Mulline Vintners Pty Ltd (Mulline) was established in **** by Ben Mullen (Head of Winemaking & Viticulture) and Ben Hine (Head of Operations & Business). Mulline produces premium cool climate wines from the Geelong Region, Victoria.
After experiencing rapid growth and success, we are looking for an energetic Vineyard Manager to lead our vineyard team and manage the 3 sites that we look after.
This role is responsible for leading viticulture & vineyard management for Mulline and its group companies, coordinating all elements of the vineyard program – spray, nutrition, pruning, harvest and maintenance – across multiple vineyard sites, and leading a team of viticulture staff and contractors. We seek a candidate with demonstrated vineyard management experience who is ready to step into a senior leadership role.
Key Responsibilities
Planning and coordinating all elements of the annual vineyard program – spray, nutrition, pruning, canopy management, harvest and maintenance – across multiple vineyard sites
Developing and implementing spray programs, including chemical selection, safe application, spray diary record keeping and withholding period compliance
Developing and managing vine nutrition programs, including fertigation/fertilisation and irrigation scheduling
Planning and coordinating pruning and harvest programs in conjunction with the Head of Winemaking & Viticulture, including yield estimation and fruit quality monitoring
Pest and disease management, including monitoring and integrated management strategies
Training, mentoring and supervising viticulture staff, including work allocation, upskilling and performance feedback
Engaging, supervising and quality assuring contractors and casual/seasonal labour across all sites




Coordinating maintenance of machinery, irrigation systems, fencing and vineyard trellis, including preventative maintenance scheduling
Hands‐on vineyard and machinery operations as required, working alongside the team
Ensuring compliance with safe systems of work and Mulline policies and procedures, and promoting a safe workplace culture across all sites
Accurate and timely record keeping and reporting using vineyard management software and the Microsoft Office suite
Working with the Head of Operations & Business on budget planning, cost management and compliance
Any other duties as requested
A competitive salary with company vehicle commensurate with experience
Demonstrated experience in vineyard management, including planning and delivering spray, nutrition, pruning and harvest programs
Demonstrated experience training, mentoring and supervising staff, and managing contractors
Experience coordinating operations across multiple vineyard sites
Prepared to work flexible hours, in all weather conditions, and do overtime as required
Effective written and in person communication skills
Ability to lead and motivate a team, and to operate autonomously
Robust organisational and planning skills
Interest in the wine industry
Minimum Qualifications
Valid licence to perform High Risk Work (fork lift)
Current chemical accreditation (ChemCert/ACUP or equivalent)
Additional Qualifications of benefit
Tertiary education in Viticulture and Oenology
Other vehicle licences (such as truck)
*Note this is a hands on role working in a small team over multiple sites in the Geelong region*
Applicants must have Australian citizenship/residency or a valid existing Australian work visa.
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