Wine Estate Operations Director

1 month ago


Hastings, East Sussex, United Kingdom Ridgeview Wine Estate Full time

Ridgeview Wine Estate is a pioneering winery in the English wine industry, renowned for its world-class sparkling wines.

About Us

We're on an exciting hunt for a Wine Estate Operations Director to join our progressive team, working at the cutting-edge of winemaking in this country. Our state-of-the-art winery and established vineyards (Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier) are based in the heart of the South Downs National Park, with breathtaking views of the surrounding area.

We believe in passion, a commitment to excellence, and strong teamwork. Ridgeview lives and breathes a family ethos, valuing all staff as individuals, with unique stories and important roles to play.

Job Description

The successful candidate will lead our operations team, planning, budgeting, and coordinating activities and resources necessary for the harvest and bottling process. They'll collaborate with contract growers and winemaking partners, manage equipment maintenance, and ensure efficient logistics.

This role requires a real can-do attitude, hands-on experience, and gravitas to influence those around you. You should be a self-motivated team player, able to work independently and delegate tasks effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Plan, budget, and coordinate winery operations
  • Liaise with contract growers and winemaking partners
  • Manage equipment maintenance and logistics
  • Lead and motivate the operations team

Requirements:

  • Confidence in managing significant budgets
  • Senior operational experience in a production environment
  • Line management experience
  • Experience in resource and production planning for businesses with seasonal variations
  • Knowledge of planned preventative maintenance

Benefits:

  • Fair salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment

How to Apply: If you're passionate about winemaking, have excellent leadership skills, and a drive to succeed, please submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you.



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