Grower Liaison & Vineyard Planning Specialist

Vinarchy group.; Berri; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff wine allowance and access towine

Wine discounts

Loyalty Leave - up to 1 week after 5+

Vinarchy Anniversary Day off

Go Beyond Day

Online learning library

Employee Assistance Program

Exclusive employee discounts with retC

Job summary

Vinarchy is seeking a Grower Liaison Officer to manage the Riverland grower portfolio, coordinate grape supply across the region and support vintage planning. You will spend time in the vineyard building relationships with growers, guiding quality expectations and monitoring progress from grape to glass.

You will report to the Grape Supply Manager – Commercial & VIC, lead seasonal staff, analyse viticultural data, and ensure timely communications for harvest planning and logistics.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within viticulture or agricultural operations.
• Diploma as a minimum or Degree preferred in Viticulture or a related field.
• Excellent problem-solving, time management, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability in stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution and team leadership.
• Commercial acumen and sound decision-making capability, with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with GIS platforms such as ESRI/ArcGIS.
• A valid Driver’s Licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage fruit intake at Berri and support vintage planning and programming.
• Administer grower grape payments, bonuses and accurate contract records.
• Lead seasonal staff during vintage, including weighbridge and booking officers.
• Analyse viticultural data and prepare reports for internal planning and regulatory bodies.
• Support the adoption of GIS tools for vineyard mapping and data applications.
• Ensure compliance with industry reporting requirements and winery certifications.
• Assist with strategic initiatives and process improvements that enhance quality and efficiency.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Viticulture

Tools

GIS (ESRI/ArcGIS)

MS Office

Job description

Vinarchy is seeking a Grower Liaison Officer to manage the Riverland grower portfolio, coordinate grape supply across the region and support vintage planning. You will spend time in the vineyard building relationships with growers, guiding quality expectations and monitoring progress from grape to glass.

You will report to the Grape Supply Manager – Commercial & VIC, lead seasonal staff, analyse viticultural data, and ensure timely communications for harvest planning and logistics.