Vineyard Manager
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
Precision Winery Consulting Group
Central Okanagan,
British Columbia
Vineyard Manager- Overriding duty will be to grow exceptional quality organic grapes consistent with needs of the wine portfolio in order to achieve the goals of the Business. All farming activities associated with managing multiple vineyards, irrigation, fertilization, canopy management, pest and disease monitoring and control. Provide data and record keeping on all vineyard activity. The successful candidate will be able to manage all vineyard development activities including land preparation, trellis and irrigation system installation, planting, and equipment selection. Create and work to a yearly approved budget. They will also be able to train personnel in the areas of equipment operation and maintenance, safety procedures and regulations related to the vineyard functions while also maintaining close supervision of field crew assuring proper procedures are adhered too.
The Essentials:
Manage all aspects of the vineyards
Integration of new technology to improve farming decisionsBe responsible for timely and accurate communication with other members of management team and staff of pertinent information regarding the vineyards Interpret company policies to workers and enforce safety regulations.
Collaborate with other members of the team for strategic planning and forecasting
Initiate and participate in discussions for future projects that will enhance vineyard efficiencies
Ability to work extended hours during harvest and peak periods
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with others in a team environment.
Supervise and direct others effectively
Strong organizational and communication skills
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to lift 50lbs. without aid or assistance.
Must be able to walk and stand for most of the day; twist, turn, bend, crouch, extend, climb ladders, and have a full range of motion in all varieties of physical movement.
Working conditions:
Indoors and out; in all sorts of climatic and weather condition, including but not limited to inclement weather such as rain, snow, cold and heat.
Qualifications:
Minimum five (5) years experience as vineyard or farm manager
Knowledge of basic computer skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
valid driver’s license
Remuneration:
Based on Experience