Marnong’s inaugural Winemaker will be the key driver of wine quality and culture for the emerging brand, from the Estate’s 12 Ha cool-climate vineyard to its extensive tourist and hospitality venues. Responsible for crafting the estate wines in the architecturally designed and high-spec winery, due for completion for Vintage 2024, this role will also take ownership of the final fit-out and commissioning of the facility.

Located just 35-minutes from Melbourne’s CBD in the Sunbury region, this is an exceptional opportunity to join a young and ambitious wine business, building on its recent successes and taking it to the next level.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the Winemaker will be part of the senior leadership team, responsible for developing and managing all winemaking operations and planning for future growth.

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Oenology
• 10 years relevant experience
• Business management & financial reporting experience
• Wine sensory & quality analysis training, such as AWAC, Len Evans Scholar or show judging
• Valid forklift & driver’s licence
• Leadership & communication skills
• Eye for operational efficiencies
• Proactive and innovative approach
• Aptitude for managing a diverse workload
• Physically capable of performing operational duties
• Capacity for domestic travel
• Ability to work extended hours when required

View more information and a detailed Position Description at Wine Network Consulting.

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