Quails Gate Winery jobs in Kelowna, BC

Viticultural Technician

At Quails’ Gate Estate Winery, our vineyards are the foundation of everything we do—and the source of every bottle we craft. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, hands-on Vineyard Supervisor to join our Vineyard Operations team, supporting the monitoring of vine health, the management of irrigation, and the overall success of our vineyards.

This is a year-round opportunity, offering the chance to grow your career in viticulture alongside a passionate, experienced team dedicated to quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do:

• Support vineyard scouting and monitoring for pest and disease management across estate, leased, and grower vineyards
• Operate digital technology and communication tools
• Monitor soil moisture and vine water status; support irrigation scheduling, maintenance, and repairs
• Collect and manage vineyard data, including crop estimates, vine metrics, and cluster weights
• Support Sustainable Winegrowing BC data collection and reporting
• Assist with vineyard trials, research, and new vineyard development
• Support fertigation programs, including calibration and mixing
• Perform hands-on vineyard work, including pruning, training, thinning, harvesting, and planting
• Contribute to a safe, collaborative, and high-performing team environment
• Train and supervise vineyard workers

What You Bring:

• Diploma in Viticulture, Horticulture, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in viticulture or horticulture
• Supervisory experience
• Experience with vineyard scouting and pest/disease monitoring
• Strong understanding of vine water status and irrigation systems
• Detail-oriented with accurate data collection and reporting skills
• Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to work outdoors in all conditions
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Assets:

• Degree in Viticulture, Horticulture, or related field
• Spanish/English bilingual skills
• Pesticide applicator certificate
Experience with irrigation installation and maintenance

Employee Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits program
• Team member preferred pricing on dining & merchandise
• Complimentary tours and tastings
• Employee Education Programs
• Team member appreciation events

Why Join Us?

At Quails’ Gate, you’ll gain hands-on experience across diverse vineyard sites, contribute to work that directly impacts wine quality, and be part of a team that takes pride in growing something exceptional—from the ground up. For those looking to build a long-term career in viticulture, this role offers the opportunity to develop your skills and grow into more advanced vineyard and technical roles over time.