Experienced Vineyard Tractor Operator

Location TroyesGrand EstFrance
Type Full-Time
Seniority Mid-Level
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Moët & Chandon in Troyes seeks an Experienced Vineyard Tractor Operator (CDI) to run mechanised vineyard operations and equipment in Champagne.

Overview

Moët & Chandon is a preeminent Champagne house and part of the LVMH luxury group, renowned for its winemaking heritage, exacting quality standards and global presence. As an employer it combines traditional viticultural craftsmanship with modern vineyard mechanisation, offering structured training and mobility within a prestige luxury network.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Operate vineyard machinery (tractor, mini-excavator, telehandler, forklift) to perform mechanised vineyard tasks in compliance with quality, safety and regulatory requirements.
  • Execute a full range of viticultural operations: mowing, destruction and sowing of cover crops, soil work (including combined implement operations), rognage, pre-pruning, shredding of canes, uprooting dead vines, wire unwinding and mechanical tie-up.
  • Prepare and apply soil and foliar amendments: spreading fertilisers, composts, lime, mulches and chelates; calibrate and control volume/coverage of sprayers and maintain traceability of treatments.
  • Perform workshop tasks including equipment assembly/disassembly, adjustment, basic maintenance, part cutting and MIG arc welding repairs.
  • Manage phytosanitary spray preparations, associated transfers and stock/inventory monitoring for the sulfaterie; ensure correct handling and safety procedures.
  • Install and repair trellis systems and carry out path repairs and site maintenance using telescopic handlers and mini-excavators.
  • Take charge of commissioning and familiarisation with new equipment; carry out pre-season and in-season checks and adjustments of sprayers.
  • Document work performed, report anomalies, and implement corrective actions as required while adhering to internal procedures and traceability standards.

Qualifications

  • Certificate of aptitude in vine pruning issued by the Corporation des Vignerons de Champagne (required).
  • CAPA Vigne et Vin, BPA Travaux de la Vigne or equivalent vocational qualification (desired).
  • Training in Agro-Equipment or equivalent technical training, or completion of internal machinery operation training.
  • Mandatory certifications: CERTIPHYTO.
  • CACES certifications: R489 catégorie 3 (forklift), R485 catégorie 2 (order picker/gerbeur), R482 catégorie A (mini-excavator) and F (telehandler).
  • Valid category B driving licence.

Skills

Operation of agricultural tractors and vineyard-specific implements Mini-excavator operation Telehandler operation Forklift operation (CACES R489 catégorie 3) Order picker / gerbeur (CACES R485 catégorie 2) MIG arc welding (soudure MIG à l'arc) CERTIPHYTO Preparation of phytosanitary spray mixtures and sprayer calibration Spreading and application of soil amendments and fertilisers Vineyard pruning and rognage techniques Identification of vine diseases, pests and nutritional deficiencies Use of vineyard-specific software for recordkeeping and traceability

Experience

Minimum three years of hands-on experience executing the full range of manual and mechanised viticultural operations, including operation and maintenance of vineyard machinery.

Education

Vocational qualification in viticulture/agricultural mechanics preferred (CAPA Vigne et Vin, BPA Travaux de la Vigne or equivalent); Certificate of aptitude in vine pruning (required); agro-equipment training or equivalent.

Culture

Moët & Chandon combines deep respect for Champagne terroir and traditional winemaking with rigorous standards of craftsmanship and safety. The workplace emphasises teamwork in the vineyards, continuous skills development, and operational excellence within the LVMH group framework.