Established in ****, Tarrawarra Estate is a family-owned estate and pioneering wine company, operating at the forefront of Yarra Valley wine production and hospitality.The TarraWarra Estate philosophy has always been rooted in respect for excellence, provenance, and sustainability, with a vision 'to produce wines of great quality and integrity, amidst a location of beauty and welcome.'
Reporting to the General Manager and as an integral member of the TWE production team, dedicated to the delivery of the company's philosophy, this is a hands-on role with responsibility for all aspects of TWE winemaking and winery operations.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage the winery and production, overseeing all winemaking activities
• Drive wine quality, maintaining assurance processes, controls, standards, and benchmarks
• Manage budgets and reporting for the winery
• Maintain accurate and up to date winemaking and production systems and records
• Operate a safe work environment, ensuring processes are followed and regulatory compliance is met
• Work collaboratively with the General Manager, Viticulturist, and experienced Technical/Industry Advisors.
• Collaborate with the DTC team to understand the brand strategy and customer expectations
• Represent TarraWarra Estate among customers, trade, media, and industry.




• Introduce and embed improvements in efficiency, quality, and sustainability
• Champion sustainable winemaking practices and resource efficiency across the winery, assessing winemaking inputs and processes
The successful candidate will require:
• Tertiary qualifications in Oenology
• A minimum of five years relevant winemaking experience
• Demonstrable skill, understanding and appreciation of fine Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines
• Wine sensory and quality analysis training, such as AWAC, Len Evans Scholar or wine-show judging
• Solid technical knowledge
• Software competency and experience with Vintrace or similar
• Management experience & capability
• Excellent communication skills
• Capacity for domestic travel
• Ability to work extended hours when required
• Ability to attend the winery at short notice when required
• Valid driver's and forklift licence
• Current RSA
Attractive remuneration and flexible conditions are available for the right candidate.
Applicants must have Australian citizenship/residency or a valid existing Australian work visa.
Please forward a copy of your CV and cover letter via email using the 'APPLY FOR JOB' link above.

📌 Winemaker - Tarrawarra Estate (Victoria)
🏢 TarraWarra Estate
📍 Victoria