Maintenance and Irrigation Coordinator - Vineyards
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 24, 2026. Vinarchy scores A on the Alion truth index.
Enrich Your Everyday
Shape the vineyards behind St Hugo, Katnook & Orlando
Vinarchy is home to some of Australia’s most celebrated wine brands. Formed in 2025 through the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, we unite the heritage and global reach of St Hugo, Katnook and Orlando , names synonymous with excellence across the Limestone Coast.
We craft extraordinary wines across Australia, New Zealand, Europe, Africa and the Americas, driven by innovation, ambition and an unwavering commitment to quality from grape to glass.
The Opportunity
We’re seeking an experienced Assistant Vineyard Manager to support and elevate our Limestone Coast vineyards , the source of fruit for St Hugo’s iconic Coonawarra reds, Katnook’s award-winning classics and Orlando’s renowned regional expressions.
This hands-on leadership role focuses on optimising irrigation performance while supporting broader vineyard programs and seasonal operations.
You’ll work closely with the Vineyard Operations Manager, guide vineyard operators, and uphold the high standards expected of brands with such distinguished reputations.
What You'll Lead
You’ll oversee daily irrigation scheduling, system monitoring and troubleshooting, ensuring water delivery aligns with seasonal needs and fruit-quality objectives. The role includes managing moisture-probe data, pressure readings and monitoring equipment, coordinating vineyard programs, and supporting operational teams during peak periods.
Key technical areas include:
- Soil-moisture interpretation
- Fertigation & acid injection
- System calibration & maintenance
- Water metering & evaporation data
- Frost monitoring & continuous improvement
What You'll Bring
- Minimum 4 years’ vineyard or equivalent experience
- Strong communication skills and confidence working autonomously
- Experience supervising operational staff
- Solid understanding of seasonal vineyard operations and safety
- Competence with computer-based data systems
- Irrigation or viticulture qualifications (highly regarded)
Why This Role Matters...
This is a rare chance to directly influence the vineyards behind some of Australia’s most respected wine brands.
You’ll enjoy autonomy, a supportive team, development opportunities, and the satisfaction of working across beautiful sites in the Limestone Coast and Langhorne Creek regions.
Why Vinarchy?
We empower our people and celebrate success. You’ll receive a competitive rewards package plus:
- Staff wine benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Loyalty & anniversary leave
- Community volunteering days
- Wellbeing and support programs
If you’re ready to elevate your career and contribute to vineyards that shape globally recognised wines, apply today!