Wine Operations Manager

Established in 1988, Dorrien Estate is nestled in the heart of the Barossa on the site of the historical Dorrien settlement. Once the railway centre of the Barossa, Dorrien was where the Barossa’s highly prized wines started their journey by train to other parts of Australia and beyond.

This connection to far reaching places has always been at the core of what we do, which is to source the best grapes from passionate growers in the finest regions across Australia, and craft them into premium small batch wines that are enjoyed all over the world.
- **Join a business which is rapidly expanding and committed to quality**:

- **Career development and opportunities for growth**:

- **Located in the heart of the famous Barossa Valley in South Australia**

**What you’ll do**:
As the Wine Operations Manager, you will develop and implement policy/procedures, and advise on winery technical and operational matters across the company. You will review quality, safety and suitability of cellar and maintenance operations, and plan for peaks in workload including the annual planning for the vintage period.
This role will also be responsible for the ongoing assessment of work practices identifying opportunities for improvement through the implementation of industry best practices, including but not limited to technology, equipment and process. To this end, identifying and managing capital investment falls within the remit of this role.

**Some Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to**:

- Develop and implement an annual winery management plan to ensure best practices in the fields of Vintage, winery additives & chemicals, site maintenance, cleaning management program and Safety
- Plan, coordinate and manage Dorrien Estate winery operations
- Ensure wine meets end-use quality specifications through industry best practice of winery process
- Ensure a safe working environment and conditions for all staff and contractors as per WH&S regulations and the Dorrien Estate Safety Policies and Procedures.

**Your background**:
To be successful in this role, you will be an excellent planner and organiser, be able to quickly establish meaningful networks both internally and externally, and operationally have a demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement. Ideally you will demonstrate considerable experience in the following key areas:

- People and operational management skills
- Minimum 10 years experience gained within a structured work environment where good process and competent management have demonstrated high-quality outcomes
- Ability to interpret analytical and financial data/reports
- Negotiation skills with both internal and external partners
- Ability to work in team environment
- Ability to design and maintain records in various formats
- Experience dealing with external suppliers and contractors
- Technical and practical approach to managing a winery and a deep interest in delivering process efficiencies
- A deep understanding of winery infrastructure and equipment and it’s maintenance
- Drivers Licence

**How will you be rewarded?**
- Everyday Rewards plus card - access exclusive employee discounts across Woolworths, BigW and Endeavour Group brands (BWS, Dan Murphy’s etc) and 50% off food at ALH venues.
- Our innovative ways of working include headspace mornings once a month (no meetings company-wide), opportunity to partner alongside bright minds and genuine investment in leading technologies
- Paid learning & development opportunities
- Career progression to help you realise your potential. As our business grows so do the opportunities for our people
- Access to our Endeavour Group Employee Share Scheme
- Work with an industry-leading team and be a part of one of the most exciting transformations in Australia

Endeavour Group comprises a diverse range of drinks and hospitality businesses including BWS, Dan Murphy’s, ALH Hotels and Pinnacle Drinks. We are focused on growing and transforming our businesses to meet the changing needs of customers and we’re driven by a culture that puts our customers and team first.

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do. We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation. At Endeavour Group we value flexibility, and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating a more sociable future - for our customers and for each other.

We’d love to hear from You

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