Vineyard Manager
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
Canada,
Southland
We are a premium vineyard, winery and farm that focuses on a low-interventionist and a low-impact approach to winemaking and viticulture.
What we have…
Home Vineyard - 12 acres planted high-density
Chardonnay
Pinot Noir
Cabernet Franc
Off-site Vineyard - 20 acres planted
Riesling
Chardonnay
Pinot Noir
Cabernet Franc
What we are looking for….
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-Applicants must have degree in Viticulture and/or in related field
- vineyard management experience with an extensive working knowledge of farm equipment.
-Knowledge of soils, drainage, nutrient management, insects, weed management, canopy management, and crop harvesting and handling
-Experience in innovation is a value addition and new product development considered an asset
-Vested interest in progressive IPM programs
-Good observational and diagnostics skills
-Excellent communication and ability to deliver clear and concise instructions
-Experience with critical thinking/problem resolution, data collection – establishing facts and drawing conclusions.
-Must be self-motivated, and able to work independently, or as part of a team with demonstrated ability to lead and inspire others.
-Skilled in writing reports, data collection, correspondence and procedure manuals.
-Must be flexible and able to work overtime up to 7 days per week as needed.
Roles and Responsibilities
-Organizing and optimizing efficiency of vineyard/harvest staff and assigning daily tasks and setting ongoing goals.
-Providing proper safety training and personal protective equipment for all vineyard staff.
-Designing effective spray program and ensuring that all applications meet safety standards.
-Vineyard purchasing and inventory maintenance.
-Recording activity and maintaining logs for vine growth, weather patterns, pest/disease control, nutrient applications, crop assessments, grape weights etc.
-Must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel programs.
-Repairing vineyard equipment and conducting preventative maintenance on equipment such as tractors, tools, vehicles etc.
-Coordinating with independent growers on maintenance of grapes and organizing contracts.
-Preparing and adhering to operations budget.
-Staying current on industry trends, evaluating and recommending new grape varietals, growing trends/techniques and technologies.
-Assisting in wine cellar when required.
-Assisting with other property tasks when needed (i.e. helping/organizing staff for vegetable garden, assisting with farm animals when needed etc.)
Remuneration is based on skills and experience.