Agriculture & EnvironmentISCO 9211
Vineyard worker
Vineyard workers carry out manual activities related to cultivation, propagation of grape varieties and the production and/or packaging of wines.
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harvest grapes
plant vine yards
execute fertilisation
participate in vine maintenance
operate hand pruning equipment
European Skills Framework
Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.
Essential (13)
sustainable manufacturingsustainable manufacturingThe generation of manufactured products using efficient and sustainable production process that enhances the conservation of natural and energy resources while minimizing negative environmental impact...viticultureviticultureUnderstanding of vine growth and principles of viticulture.personal protective equipmentpersonal protective equipmentTypes of protective materials and equipment foreseen for various types of tasks such as general or specialised cleaning activities.harvest grapesharvest grapesHarvest wine grapes.plant vine yardsplant vine yardsPlant vine yards perform planting preparation activites, plant vines and install trellis.execute fertilisationexecute fertilisationCarry out fertilisation tasks by hand or using appropriate equipment according to fertilisation instructions taking into account the environmental, health and safety regulations and procedures.participate in vine maintenanceparticipate in vine maintenanceParticipate in the maintenance of vines, trellising, pruning, weeding and watering.operate hand pruning equipmentoperate hand pruning equipmentEfficiently perform hand pruning by using specific pruning tools like shears, lopping shears, saw, a small pocket scale to weigh the pruned material, and twine.perform trellis repairsperform trellis repairsPerform repairs on trellis in order to support grapes. Secure grapes to the trellis using a twine in case the grape wine should fall from the trellis and not break.produce sustainable productsproduce sustainable productsManufacture goods in a sustainable manner throughout the product lifecycle which involves promoting social responsibility, conserving resources, and minimizing negative environmental impacts.manage datamanage dataAdminister all types of data resources through their lifecycle by performing data profiling, parsing, standardisation, identity resolution, cleansing, enhancement and auditing. Ensure the data is fit ...tend vinestend vinesPlant, thin, weed, sucker and tie vines.manage canopymanage canopyManage the parts of the vine visible above ground to improve grape yields, quality, and vigour. Prevent grape diseases, uneven grape ripening, sunburn, and frost damage.
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organic farmingorganic farmingPrinciples, techniques and regulations of organic farming. Organic farming or ecological agriculture is an agricultural production method, which places a strong emphasis on environmental protection an...agronomyagronomyThe study of combining agriculture production and protection and regeneration of natural environment. It includes the principles and methods of critical selection and adequate application methods for ...fertilisation principlesfertilisation principlesThe study of plant, soil structure, climatic and environmental issues in agronomical production.integrated pest managementintegrated pest managementAn integrated approach to the prevention and/or suppression of organisms harmful to plants that aims to keep the use of pesticides and other forms of intervention only to levels that are economically ...assign duties to agriculture workersassign duties to agriculture workersAssign duties, such as the cultivation, irrigation, or harvesting of crops or plants. Supervise product packaging or grading and equipment maintenance.assist bottlingassist bottlingPrepare wine for bottling. Assist with bottling and corking.propagate plantspropagate plantsCarry out propagation activities by appling appropriate propagation methods such as grafted cutting propagation or generative propagation considering the plant type. Carry out propagation control cons...provide agri-touristic servicesprovide agri-touristic servicesProvide services for agri-tourism activities on the farm. This may include providing B & B services, small scale catering, supporting agri-tourism activities and leisure such as riding, locally gu...present the farm facilitiespresent the farm facilitiesPerform customer adapted presentations of the farm organization and farm processes taking under consideration the farm sustainability and local environment.sanitise winery areasanitise winery areaClean and sanitise the winery using chemical, water hoses, brooms, brushes, and shovels. Safely use caustic solution to remove tartrate material from refrigeration equipment.tend press operationtend press operationOperate press that separates juice from pomace. Start up the conveyor that transports pomace to the disintegrating machine.operate wine pumpsoperate wine pumpsConnect pumps between wine tanks and turn valves to pump wine from one tank to the other. Pump the wine from fermenting and fortifying tanks to cooling tanks, then on to clarifying tanks when cooled, ...grow plantsgrow plantsCarry out plant growing activities. Carry out grow control considering the required terms and conditions for specific plant type.manage environmental impactmanage environmental impactImplement measures to minimise the biological, chemical and physical impacts of mining activity on the environment.manage environmental impact of operationsmanage environmental impact of operationsManage the interaction with and impact on the environment by companies. Identify and assess environmental impacts of the production process and related services, and regulate a reduction of the effect...maintain tanks for viticulturemaintain tanks for viticultureClean and sanitise the interior of tanks and hoses using chemicals. Remove and install manhole covers from the top of the tank, and tank fans made of solid or expanded metal. Wash the exterior of tank...execute disease and pest control activitiesexecute disease and pest control activitiesExecute disease and pest control activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the climate, plant or crop type, health and safety and environmental regulations. Store and han...
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Frequently asked questions
What does a vineyard worker do?
Vineyard workers carry out manual activities related to cultivation, propagation of grape varieties and the production and/or packaging of wines.
What skills does a vineyard worker need?
A vineyard worker needs 13 essential skills, including sustainable manufacturing, viticulture, personal protective equipment, harvest grapes, plant vine yards.
Will AI replace vineyard worker jobs?
The AI disruption score for vineyard worker is 18/100 (low risk). Skills most exposed to automation: manage data, assist bottling, personal protective equipment. Most resilient: operate hand pruning equipment, participate in vine maintenance, perform trellis repairs.
AI Replacement Risk
18/ 100
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Quick Facts
ISCO GroupAgricultural, forestry and fishery labourers
Essential Skills13
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