Job Status: Filled

Assistant Viticulturist (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

Full Time

  Arterra Wines Canada

  Oliver, British Columbia

Job Description:

At Arterra Wines Canada, we love inspiring the big and small moments that happen when our products are shared and enjoyed.  For us it’s not just about what’s in and on the bottle, it’s what happens in people’s lives when we’re a part of them that keeps us thirsting for more and not resting on our laurels as Canada’s largest and most enjoyed wine company.  We put the consumer at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for people who do the same.

Responsible for providing in house viticultural services, this is a technical position focused on improving the quality of wine grapes produced in Arterra vineyards while maximizing the efficiency of vineyard operations. The role works closely with the Vineyard Manager, Senior Viticulturist and Director of Viticulture, providing direction for all viticultural activities including nutrient amendments, spray programs, pesticide and fertilizer programming and procurement, pest and disease management, canopy management, pruning and experimental practices, research and development.

Key Responsibilities

  • implement and revise as required monitoring protocols within Arterra vineyards for insects, disease, weeds, crop loads, and canopy management; train and supervise vineyard technicians on monitoring protocols and GIS software; evaluate sprayer effectiveness and efficiency, develop sprayer output rates
  • interpret monitoring results and economic thresholds, determine seasonal spray programs and fertilizer program; maintenance and implementation of vineyard GIS database; coordinate and supervise collection of data from vineyards; prepare weather reports and maintain RS software
  • coordinate and execute grape maturity sampling program during harvest; provide crop estimates throughout growing season; record keeping for all harvested grape weights into database
  • Consolidate annual pesticide and fertilizer purchasing, managing stock at various vineyard sites and securing supply.
  • responsible to remain current on pesticide products and PMRA policies and review periods for compliance with sustainability and practices which are economically viable and generate applicable SOPs for application and handling of hazardous products
  • attend relevant industry conferences, communication with local researchers and other industry experts, participate in collaboration with relevant industry partners; continue to search for new technologies to improve grape quality and vineyard efficiency, conduct in house research on current viticulture issues.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelors (4 year) degree in Agriculture or related science. Preference to candidates with Viticulture or equivalent horticulture or related plant science

​Experience

  • 3-5 years experience in viticulture
  • Knowledge/experience with Integrated Pest Management and sustainable grape growing
  • Knowledge in high end cool climate wine grape growing

​Qualifications, Certifications or Designations

  • Valid drivers license
  • Microsoft Office Suite (intermediate to advanced)
  • Computer skills with GIS software
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
  • Pesticide applicators license an asset

Working Conditions

  • Ability to work well independently; must be willing to work a flexible schedule especially during harvest; must be willing to work adverse weather conditions
  • Many outdoor hours; exposure to insects common

What we offer: 

  • Competitive salary and bonus
  • Benefits and Pension Plan
  • Product Allowances & Safe Ride Home Program 
  • An organization that cares about Corporate Social Responsibility  
  • Tuition reimbursement 
  • Training & Development Programs 
  • An opportunity to learn about the world of wine

Number of Openings:1

We are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

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