Working the Grape Harvest: 350 Jobs in Galicia, Huesca and Valladolid

Valladolid – HIGRH NEWS: Grape-harvest work is once again creating employment opportunities in several parts of Spain, with 350 positions available for harvest workers, forklift operators and van drivers. Requirements vary depending on the role, and not every position requires previous grape-harvesting experience. So, what profiles is Randstad looking for, and what conditions must candidates meet?

Grape-Harvest Jobs: 350 Positions and Three Different Profiles

The grape-harvesting season creates employment opportunities both in the fields and at the facilities where the grapes are subsequently received and processed. On this occasion, Randstad is looking for 350 workers to fill positions related to different stages of the harvest in Galicia, Huesca and Valladolid.

The vacancies cover three main profiles: grape-harvest workers, forklift operators and van drivers. Each role involves different responsibilities and has specific requirements, meaning that simply being available to start work is not enough.

One of the conditions highlighted is the salary for harvest workers, which is set at €10.75 gross per hour under the applicable collective agreement. For this profile, the stated working hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with availability required to work from Monday to Sunday during the harvest season.

Experience requirements also differ between positions. While some vacancies require previous experience, in others, having worked in a previous grape-harvesting campaign is simply considered an advantage during the selection process.

This distinction may be particularly relevant for people looking for temporary work in the agricultural sector or in activities related to wineries. Before applying, candidates should check the specific conditions of the vacancy they wish to apply for.

The positions involve very different tasks. Harvest workers are directly involved in picking grapes, while forklift operators carry out duties related to receiving grapes, storage, bottling and machinery. Van drivers, meanwhile, are responsible for transporting grapes and assisting with loading and unloading.

The recruitment drive therefore does not focus on a single activity. The positions cover different stages of the process, from harvesting in the vineyards to delivering the grapes to wineries.

Requirements to Work as a Grape-Harvest Worker

Some of the 350 positions are for workers who will be directly involved in harvesting grapes. No specific educational qualification is required for this position.

However, the absence of a specific qualification does not mean that experience is not required. According to the offer, candidates must have one year of experience and knowledge related to grape-harvesting work.

Candidates must also hold a Category B driving licence and have the availability needed to work throughout the harvest campaign.

The stated working hours for this profile are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Candidates must also be available to work from Monday to Sunday, a condition that applicants should consider before registering.

The stated salary for harvest workers is €10.75 gross per hour, in accordance with the collective agreement specified in the offer.

The combination of experience and availability forms part of the requirements candidates need to review. The vacancy does not specify a particular educational qualification, but it does establish conditions relating to professional experience, a driving licence and availability.

This makes the harvest-worker position different from the other two categories included in the recruitment campaign. For forklift operators, for example, specific experience operating forklifts is essential.

The campaign also has an important distinction: previous grape-harvesting experience does not carry the same weight for every vacancy. In certain positions, having previously participated in a harvest campaign is considered an advantage, but it is not an essential requirement.

For this reason, anyone interested in working the grape harvest should review each individual vacancy rather than assuming that the requirements for one position automatically apply to the others.

Forklift Operators: Specific Experience and Winery Work

Forklift operators will perform duties related to the arrival of grapes at the facilities. Their responsibilities include receiving grapes, bottling, and operating machinery and forklifts, along with other winery and warehouse tasks.

Applicants for these positions are required to have completed Compulsory Secondary Education (ESO) and have knowledge related to winery operations, forklift work, bottling and grape harvesting.

Experience is particularly important for this role. Previous participation in a grape-harvesting campaign is considered an advantage, but it is not mandatory. However, the vacancy states that previous experience working as a forklift operator is essential.

Candidates must also be available to start work immediately when the harvest begins and be able to work from Monday to Sunday.

There is also a requirement related to transportation. Workers must have a car to travel to the winery or share a vehicle with other colleagues.

If workers choose to share a vehicle, they are responsible for arranging their own transportation. This should be taken into account before applying, particularly for positions where the workplace is located outside the candidate’s usual area of residence.

Van Drivers: Transporting Grapes to the Winery

The third profile included in the recruitment campaign is van drivers. Their work focuses on transporting grapes to the winery and assisting with loading and unloading operations.

For these positions, candidates must have completed ESO or a medium-level vocational training course. Knowledge related to grape harvesting is also required.

Unlike the specific experience requirement for forklift operators, previous experience working in grape-harvesting campaigns will be taken into consideration during the selection process, but is not listed as an essential requirement for van drivers.

This clearly distinguishes the requirements for the two categories. Candidates applying for a van-driving position must meet the stated educational and knowledge requirements, along with the other conditions specified in the vacancy, but previous grape-harvesting experience is not mandatory.

Drivers must also be available to work from Monday to Sunday and be able to travel to vineyards or wineries.

Transportation is therefore an important consideration for more than one of the profiles included in the offer. Both drivers and forklift operators must have a reliable way of getting to their workplace.

This condition may directly influence whether a candidate decides to apply. The exact location of each vacancy should be checked before completing the application, as positions are distributed across Galicia, Huesca and Valladolid.

For people looking to work the grape harvest without previous experience in these campaigns, the differences between the profiles are particularly important. Harvest experience is not an essential requirement for van drivers, whereas the forklift-operator position requires specific professional experience operating forklifts.

How to Submit Your CV for the Vacancies

Interested candidates must apply through Randstad and find the vacancy that matches both their profile and their location.

The application process takes place online. Candidates must open the relevant vacancy, check the specific conditions and follow the instructions to complete their application and submit their CV.

Checking the vacancy beforehand is important because the requirements are not the same for every position. Candidates should also check the workplace location, particularly when the job involves travelling to vineyards or wineries.

Applications can be viewed directly through Randstad’s published grape-harvest vacancies.

View Randstad’s grape-harvest job vacancies

Once a vacancy has been identified, candidates should review the requirements and conditions before proceeding. The application is completed by following the instructions provided in the relevant job advertisement.

The CV is submitted through the company’s employment portal. Applicants should therefore have the necessary professional information and documentation available to complete the online application.

Not all vacancies have the same conditions. The recruitment campaign includes positions with different experience requirements and responsibilities ranging from grape harvesting to winery work and transportation.

Location is also an important factor. The positions are distributed across Galicia, Huesca and Valladolid, meaning candidates should select the vacancy corresponding to their area and check the exact location of the workplace.

For positions requiring travel, having access to a vehicle or having an organised alternative for reaching the workplace is one of the issues that should be resolved before applying.

What Candidates Should Check Before Applying

The first thing candidates should check is the position itself. The duties of a harvest worker are different from those of a forklift operator or van driver.

Applicants should also review the experience requirements. Harvest workers are required to have one year of experience and knowledge as a grape-harvest worker. Forklift operators must have previous experience working as forklift operators. For drivers, previous grape-harvesting experience is considered an advantage but is not listed as an essential requirement.

Education and training are another point of difference. Harvest workers do not need a specific qualification, while forklift operators must have ESO and knowledge related to winery and forklift duties. Drivers must have ESO or a medium-level vocational training qualification.

Working-time availability is also an important condition. Several profiles require candidates to be available to work from Monday to Sunday throughout the harvest campaign.

Candidates should also pay attention to transportation requirements. Certain positions require workers to travel to vineyards or wineries, and the offer specifically states that, in the relevant case, workers must have a car or share a vehicle with other employees.

Finally, before submitting a CV, candidates should check the exact conditions listed in the vacancy they have selected. Applications are submitted online through the specific Randstad job listing.

The recruitment campaign includes 350 positions across three different employment profiles. The opportunities are located in Galicia, Huesca and Valladolid and cover work directly related to grape harvesting, winery operations and transportation.

For candidates, the key is to identify the vacancy that best matches their experience, qualifications, availability and ability to travel. Previous grape-harvesting experience is not essential in every case, but each position has its own specific requirements.

Conditions Vary Depending on the Position

The recruitment campaign clearly distinguishes between the three profiles. Harvest workers need one year of experience, a Category B driving licence and availability, but no specific educational qualification. Forklift operators must demonstrate specific experience operating forklifts and have knowledge related to winery work. Van drivers need ESO or a medium-level vocational training qualification, as well as knowledge related to grape harvesting.

The salary explicitly stated in the information provided applies to harvest workers: €10.75 gross per hour under the applicable collective agreement.

For this profile, the working hours are set at 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with availability required from Monday to Sunday throughout the campaign.

The information provided does not specify the salaries for forklift operators or van drivers. These conditions should therefore be checked directly in the specific vacancy before applying.

The same applies to other conditions that may vary depending on the location. Candidates should review the relevant job advertisement before submitting their application.

FAQ About Working the Grape Harvest

How many workers is Randstad looking for?

The recruitment campaign includes 350 positions across Galicia, Huesca and Valladolid.

Do all positions require grape-harvesting experience?

No. Previous grape-harvesting experience is considered an advantage for some profiles but is not essential for all positions.

How much does a grape-harvest worker earn?

The stated salary for harvest workers is €10.75 gross per hour under the applicable collective agreement.

Where should candidates submit their CV?

Applications are submitted online through Randstad’s published grape-harvest job vacancies…….MORE