Vineyard Supervisor (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Constellation Brands, Inc.

  Oliver, British Columbia

JOB DESCRIPTION

Constellation Brands Canada Western Viticulture Department is a multi-farm operation with properties spanning across the South Okanagan from Osoyoos to Summerland. We farm over 1000 acres of vineyards containing a wide range of grape varieties, soil types and growing conditions. Our culturally diverse team consists of over 150 field workers split over multiple crews and locations. We are always looking to expand our team to include dedicated, hardworking applicants who wish to build a career in the farming industry.

We are currently recruiting for a detail orientated, organized individual who is self-motivated and goal oriented to fill the position of Vineyard Supervisor based out of our Viticulture Office located in Oliver, BC. Our organization has an industry leading leadership team; a collaborative working environment full of determination and success; and a structure which offers best in class training and development to our team members.

THE ROLE

The primary responsibilities of a Vineyard Supervisor is assisting in day to day management of vineyard operations to ensure production of the highest quality fruit in the most economic fashion. You will supervisor a team of viticulture professionals and operate a range of vineyard equipment including tractors, mowers, hedgers, fungicide/herbicide sprayers, leaf removers and mechanical harvesters.

• Ensure all vineyard duties are completed in a timely and optimal manner as directed 
• Work closely with other Vineyard Managers and the Technical Assistant 
• Maintain competence in key vineyard operations/management functions 
• Competency training and development of all Vineyard staff 
• Safe and effective operation of vineyard equipment, implements and vehicles 
• Promote and ensure compliance with HR Policies & Procedures and OH&S guidelines 
• Ensure all goals are achieved within required budget levels

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 3-5 Years of Hands-on Vineyard Experience 
• Pesticide Applicators Certificate 
• Prior experience in a supervisory or management role in a vineyard producing premium quality fruit 
• Competency in safe operation of vineyard equipment, pruning, canopy management, disease/pest control, harvesting and irrigation management. 
• Familiarity working in a cross-cultural environment 
• Successful experience in delivery of hands-on training for workers 
• Demonstrated successful problem-solving abilities –people and technical 
• Working knowledge of WCB requirements as they relate to vineyard operations 
• Demonstrated effective communication skills –verbal and written 
• Team Leadership Training an asset

How To Apply