· Develop a viticulture program that will ensure production of Pinot Noir and Riesling to the highest possible quality. This program will include functions such as pruning methodology, canopy management, shoot and cluster thinning.
· Implement a sustainable organic and/or biodynamic program for North Okanagan estate vineyards and provide oversight for other targeted estate vineyards, including conversion from conventional farming.
· Develop individual block management plans to achieve desired quality and yield targets.
· Site selection, establishment and farming of new vineyards in the North Okanagan area.
· Monitor soil and vine status to determine organic nutrition programs.
· Detailed irrigation management/soil and vine moisture management.
· Monitor vineyards for phenology, pest and diseases while producing sustainable organic pest and disease management programs.
· Communicate viticulture decisions using written viticulture work orders to vineyard managers. Ensure work orders are executed appropriately.
· Oversee the management of the vineyard operations resources for the vineyards for the North Okanogan vineyards and operations crew.
· Ensure efficient application of equipment and human resources.
· Promote a safe working environment and ensure all activities comply with the company safety policy and provincial and federal regulations.
· Plan, prepare and manage within the annual North Okanagan vineyard operation budgets, using the various departmental cost centers. Contribute to capital budgeting process.
· Ensure monthly variance reports and explanations from Vineyard Managers are completed on time and in accordance with the budget.
· Establish and maintain a direct working relationship with winemakers from all four wineries to realize the aim of producing world class wine.
· Ensure all work directed, nutrient and spray programs comply with all provincial and federal regulations.
· Track all viticulture programs on computer databases including written work orders for vineyard operations.
· Coordinate fruit maturity sampling programs and related harvest activities in the North Okanagan area.
· Carry out field trials and cooperate with research organizations on industry research projects.
TEAM AND LEADERSHIP FUNCTIONS
· Lead and manage all employees successfully, dealing with any employee relations issues that arise (i.e. absenteeism, discipline, safety, unprofessional conduct), holding all employees accountable to the Code of Conduct and Standards.
· Complete the Performance Management Process on time and create performance plans for employees to close gaps and increase effectiveness.
· Champion vineyard health and safety program including setting the culture, monitoring training and maintaining a safe working environment. .
· Responsible for the documentation of employee relations issues, conferring with Human Resources when necessary and utilize progressive discipline where required.
· Any other duties and responsibilities as required.
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