Vineyard Manager

Brown Family Wine Group
Published
5 May 2023
Location
Bicheno, Australia
Category
Job Type

Description

We are seeking a progressive and suitably experienced Vineyard Manager to head up our vineyard team based in Tasmania, near Bicheno.

About Us:  Brown Family Wine Group is one of Australia’s most loved and respected wine companies built on over 130 years’ experience in quality winemaking, market leading innovation and family values that are at the heart of everything we do as a business.

Our portfolio has grown over time to now include market leading wine brands such as: Devil's Corner from the East Coast of Tasmania, Tamar Ridge and Pirie from Tamar Valley Tasmania, Innocent Bystander from the Yarra Valley and of course Brown Brothers from Milawa Victoria the spiritual home of our business.

At Brown Family Wine Group, we are passionate about both our quality wines and our amazing people, and we remain committed to the core family values of our company being: Wellbeing, Respect, Innovation and Pride in What We Achieve Together. We are proud that our business has recently been certified as "A Great Place to Work" and remain committed to honouring this recognition throughout all aspects of the business.

About the Vineyard:  Located on the East Coast of Tasmania (near Bicheno), The Devil’s Corner Vineyard is a picturesque cool climate vineyard comprising 183Ha of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling.

The Opportunity:  Reporting to the Head of Viticulture and Sustainability, the role includes responsibility for overseeing all aspects of the day-to-day management of this vineyard, as well as the development of some new plantings.  A major focus will be on the production of high-quality fruit at an appropriate cost.

What’s Required:  The successful applicant will demonstrate experience in the management of vineyard operations including knowledge of cool-climate viticultural techniques, excellent communication and management skills, financial management skills and an ability to undertake all administrative duties related to vineyard operation.

Competency in staff management, machinery operations and a commitment to Quality Systems are all essential elements to succeed in this position.  A qualification in Viticulture or other related area would be desirable but not essential.

What’s on Offer:

  • Work within one of Australia's leading wine companies
  • Be part of a passionate and friendly team
  • A competitive salary package including vehicle and accommodation
  • Generous employee benefits including discounts on products

If this sounds like you, apply today and let’s get the conversation started!

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