Head Brewer - Belgian-Style Craft Leader (WA Gypsy Brew)

WA Beer; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on KPI's

Job summary

Artisan Brewing is seeking a Head Brewer to lead all beer making across WA. Based mainly in Swan Valley, Perth, with travel to other WA breweries.

You will oversee brewing, packaging, and cellar operations, maintain quality and sanitation, and drive continuous improvement in the brewing process. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in production brewing, knowledge of Belgian beer, yeast management, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a production brewery.
• Knowledge of Belgian Beer, Barrel-aging, and flavour profiles.
• Ability to develop, enhance, and further improve on recipe design.
• Experience with Yeast handling, management, and reuse.
• Knowledge of beer dispense systems, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Valid Forklift license, RSA, and Australian driver’s license.
• Possess a deep understanding of all aspects of brewing science and packaging.
• High level troubleshooting and problem-solving ability.
• Solid knowledge of mechanical/electrical equipment operation and hand and power tool skills.
• Willingness to learn and communicate.
• Right to work in Australia and excellent command of English.

Responsibilities

• Brewing, packaging, and cellar operations.
• Superior attention to quality and sanitation.
• Actively work on the Continuous Improvement of the brewing process.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, and enhancements.
• Festival, events, evenings, and weekend work may be required.

Skills

Brewing expertise

Quality control

Sanitation

Recipe development

Yeast management

Brewing systems

Forklift license

Driver's license

Teamwork

Continuous improvement

Education

Brewing qualifications

Job description

Artisan Brewing is seeking a Head Brewer to lead all beer making across WA. Based mainly in Swan Valley, Perth, with travel to other WA breweries.

You will oversee brewing, packaging, and cellar operations, maintain quality and sanitation, and drive continuous improvement in the brewing process. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in production brewing, knowledge of Belgian beer, yeast management, and strong problem-solving skills.