Vineyard Manager
(Wine Jobs:
Vineyards & Cellars )
Full Time
Summerland,
British Columbia
Vineyard Manager
Okanagan Crush Pad
www.okanagancrushpad.com
Summerland
British Columbia
Okanagan Crush Pad, is located on a beautiful organic vineyard overlooking Lake Okanagan in Summerland, BC. This is where Haywire and Narrative wines and spirits are made. The team is dedicated to organic farming and to creating wines that are hallmark examples of the Okanagan.
Position Overview:
Okanagan Crush Pad currently is currently seeking a fulltime, year-round Vineyard Manager to work closely with the Okanagan Crush Pad viticulturist in managing our 25 acres of Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Riesling vineyards in the Summerland.
The successful applicant will be responsible for leadership, day to day staff management and quality of workmanship in our vineyards.
Requirements for position:
· Minimum of 5 (+) years of vineyard experience in a staff management role.
· Great communication, time management, record keeping and organizational skills
· Good mechanical background, Previous experience with vineyard infrastructure (irrigation systems, tractors and general machinery).
· Interest in / aptitude with organic growing practices for grapevines.
· Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
· Good physical fitness.
Duties will include:
· Day to day management, leadership, and training of a small motivated vineyard crew through all vineyard operations.
· Scheduling and management of vineyard spray programs and pest / disease monitoring and management.
· Understanding and operation of irrigation systems (including pumps, controllers and all vine watering systems.
· Machinery and equipment maintenance and operations.
· Winery and vintage work as needed.
· Property maintenance as required.
This role provides an excellent salaried position for the successful applicant to advance their career with one of Okanagan’s organic wineries. As an integral part of our team you will be responsible for growing and managing some of the region’s most interesting vineyards.
Excellent remuneration and benefits commensurate with experience.
Contact: [email protected]