Field Foreman

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Field Foreman to supervise, organize, and coordinate agricultural tasks in vineyards, ensuring quality and efficiency in accordance with technical guidelines. Key Highlights: 1. Key role in daily supervision and coordination of vineyards. 2. 100% field-based work with direct involvement and operational autonomy. 3. Opportunity for professional development within an established winery. Bodegas José Pariente is a reference family-owned winery currently undergoing growth and consolidation. Founded in 1998 by winemaker Victoria Pariente, we combine tradition, innovation, and a deep connection with our terroir to produce wines recognized for their quality and distinct character. Our way of working rests on two key pillars: * The constant pursuit of excellence * Innovation applied to vineyard and winemaking We manage vineyards across various locations and Denominations of Origin (DO), bringing diversity and richness to our fieldwork. Our primary focus lies in the **Rueda Denomination of Origin**, where we cultivate most of our hectares under **organic farming** principles, demonstrating a strong commitment to vineyard care and product quality. **What Are We Looking For?** We seek to hire a **Field Foreman** to join our Viticulture team and serve as the **day-to-day operational reference in the vineyard**. This person will play a key role in supervising, organizing, and coordinating fieldwork, collaborating closely with the Technical Director’s Assistant. The position operates across multiple locations and Denominations of Origin; therefore, **willingness and availability to travel regularly and continuously supervise various vineyards** is required. The job is **100% field-based**, requiring daily presence in the vineyard, with direct involvement in supervision, monitoring, and organization of tasks being essential. We seek a candidate with hands-on field experience, sound judgment, and the ability to interpret vineyard conditions and anticipate its needs. A profile that not only executes tasks but also understands the vineyard and actively contributes to its proper management throughout the year. This position does not require routine operation of agricultural machinery, as this function is covered by specialized profiles within the team. **What Will Be Your Mission?** Supervise, organize, and coordinate the execution of agricultural tasks in the vineyard, ensuring all work is carried out correctly according to established technical guidelines. You will act as the liaison between Technical Management and the field, conveying technical criteria to daily operations and ensuring rigorous, efficient, and standards-aligned execution consistent with the winery’s requirements. Your role entails **continuous presence in the field**, supervising different plots and adapting work organization based on vineyard condition and specific zone requirements. **Main Responsibilities:** * **Supervision of Agricultural Tasks** o Supervise correct execution of vineyard tasks (pruning, leaf removal, shoot topping, tying, structure maintenance, etc.) o Coordinate and supervise field crews (primarily outsourced) o Ensure quality, pace, and timely completion of tasks * **Fieldwork Organization** o Plan and organize daily work across different plots o Assign tasks among teams oo Guarantee adherence to planning oo Ensure availability of tools, materials, and necessary resources * **Vineyard Monitoring** o Conduct regular inspections across various plots oo Identify agronomic, sanitary, or structural issues oo Anticipate potential problems (diseases, vegetative development, intervention needs), especially in organic environments oo Provide continuous reporting to Technical Management * **Irrigation and Fertigation** o Carry out fertigation in vineyards oo Detect and resolve incidents (leaks, breakdowns, etc.) o Ensure proper system functionality * **Machinery** o Supervise correct machinery use by operators oo Coordinate basic maintenance needs with the relevant team * **Harvest** o Supervise harvest activities in the field oo Monitor harvesting pace and quality oo Coordinate with the winery oo Record grape weights in the Regulatory Council’s technological platform (C.R.D.O. Rueda) * **Recordkeeping and Control** o Record completed tasks (Geofolia or other agricultural management systems/software and digital field logbooks) o Complete reports and forms oo Report incidents **Who Fits This Profile?** We are looking for someone who: * Has genuine vineyard and fieldwork experience * Has coordinated teams or field crews * Can identify problems and anticipate issues * Possesses technical judgment and operational autonomy * Is comfortable working continuously in the field * Is available to move between different vineyard zones **Requirements:** * Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in viticulture * Experience coordinating field crews or teams * Knowledge of viticultural practices * Valid driver’s license **Highly Desirable:** * Experience in organic or sustainable agriculture * Experience in irrigation and fertigation * Phytosanitary product applicator certification **What Do We Offer?** * Integration into an established and growing winery * A solid project with long-term vision * Integration into the field team, working in direct coordination with Technical Management * Direct participation in vineyard management * A close-knit, dynamic, and demanding professional environment * Job stability and professional development within the field area **Conditions:** * Permanent contract. * 100% field-based work (company vineyards) * Standard working hours: o Monday to Thursday: 07:30 – 15:30 oo Friday: 08:00 – 15:00 * Occasional flexibility during critical periods (harvest, treatments, etc.). **Are You Interested?** If you have field experience, passion for vineyards, and seek a project where judgment, anticipation, and high-quality work make the difference, we would be delighted to meet you.