Position Description: Production Manager

Following completion of a purpose built winery in 2022, an exciting opportunity has arisen to become a key member of The Grange team in creating site specific wines for both its own vineyard and a handful of equally quality-focused clients. Reporting to the Head Winemaker, the Production Manager will be responsible for overseeing winemaking and packaging operations from post bottling to dispatch while helping to ensure an efficient, safe and compliant winery. The role will commence in September and begin with harvest preparations at the winery, which overlooks the South Downs National Park. The Grange Estate where the vineyard and winery are located belongs to the Baring family and sits 7 miles to the east of Winchester in the southern county of Hampshire. At the centre of the broadly arable estate sits a semi-ruined, neo-Classical mansion that hosts a 5-week opera festival in the Summer. For more information visit http://www.thegrangewine.co.uk and http://www.thegrangehampshire.co.uk

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hands-on winemaking operations for both The Grange and contract clients, with specific responsibility for overseeing operations from post bottling to dispatch
• Cooperate with the Head Winemaker and Assistant Winemaker to ensure wine quality
• Assist with ensuring the wineries compliance with safety, maintenance, environmental and all other relevant legislation
• Contribute knowledge and innovation to wine production methods, with respect to quality, sustainability and efficiency
• Supervise and mentor junior and seasonal workforce to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures

Skills and Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification in oenology advantageous but not essential
• At least three relevant vintage experiences in modern, professional wineries
• Proficient in forklift operations
• Solid understanding of global wine styles and cool-climate winemaking
• Physically capable for hands-on winemaking
• Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel

Competencies:

• Strong, clear communication
• Constructive, effective leadership style
• Empathy for, and understanding of, luxury brands
• An eye for operational effectiveness and efficiency
• An enthusiasm for hands-on winemaking within a close-knit team

External Interfaces:

• Contract winemaking clients
• Consultant winemaker
• Suppliers and contractors

Internal Interfaces:

• Head Winemaker and Assistant Winemaker
• Managing Director
• Family board members
• Vineyard team
• Junior and seasonal winery staff
• Sales, marketing and finance teams

Applications close 4th May 2025 and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Please apply with CV and cover letter to work@thegrangehampshire.co.uk with Production Manager in the subject line.

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