Perform hands-on technical and operational duties in both small and large commercial vineyards, including irrigation scheduling, pest and disease management, general vineyard activities and infrastructure repairs and maintenance.Evaluate and report on the quality of grapes and grapevines at harvest according to purity and condition standards, including assessment of pest and disease, grape maturity measurements and pesticide records and residue management.Assist with a range of liaison duties with external growers related to the purchase and intake of grapes, including regular block visits and interaction with growers on a technical basis to improve the vineyard sustainability and quality of supply.Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders including the winemaking team, technical viticulture team and commercial supply to ensure alignment of business goals and objectives.

Coordinate grape intake, grape and juice processing, clarification and fermentation management.Supervise and train vintage staff in aspects of workplace safety and general vintage cellar operations.Undertake sensory and chemical analysis of juice and wine, including winemaking amendments as necessary and product classifications based on style and quality ratings.

Intermittent vintage cellar hand