Winemaker – Catalina Sounds

WineJobs; Blenheim; Presencial; NZD 90.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Car allowance

Wellness leave

Wine allowance

Wholesale pricing – Red + White Cellar

Resumo da vaga

Tsel Catalina Sounds, based in Blenheim, Marlborough, seeks a Winemaker to support the Head of Winemaking and drive the portfolio's growth with external contract partners. You will ensure quality from grape to bottle, maintain records, and contribute to continuous improvement across processes.

Join a values-driven, family business within the Joval group, with development opportunities and a strong network to support ambitious growth in domestic and international markets.

Qualificações

• Degree in Oenology, Viticulture or related discipline.
• Relevant experience as a winemaker across all aspects of the winemaking process.
• Sound technical knowledge of wine production, wine chemistry and quality assurance.
• Ability to evaluate wine quality through analytical and sensory assessment.

Responsabilidades

• Support the Head of Winemaking in executing winemaking plans that protect wine quality and brand reputation.
• Coordinate with external contract winemaking, laboratory and bottling partners to meet specifications.
• Assist across harvest, fermentation, maturation, blending, stabilisation, filtration and bottling.
• Conduct analytical testing and sensory evaluation; recommend corrective actions.

Conhecimentos

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Formação

Degree in Oenology or Viticulture

Ferramentas

Winery management systems

Descrição da vaga

Celebrating 20 years, Marlborough producer Catalina Sounds is preparing for its next chapter, building on their continuing success and growth in both domestic and international markets. Part of Joval Family Wines, Catalina Sounds also has a range of brands within its portfolio including Crowded House.Crafting elegant wines that capture the unique character and complexity of Marlborough’s Southern Valleys, Catalina Sounds has a long-held commitment to quality and fruit expression. Across the range, Sauvignon Blanc remains at the heart of the portfolio, whilst also producing Chardonnay, Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir.Reporting to the Head of Winemaking, this is a new role that will support the production and growth of the Catalina Sounds portfolio. Based in the Blenheim office, the Winemaker will work closely with external contract winemaking and bottling partners to ensure the delivery of wines that meet quality, production and business objectives.You will be joining a values-driven family business and be part of the broader Joval team and its group of winemakers. With three of the top distribution businesses in Australia and New Zealand, Joval has a strong platform and established networks to support ambitious growth plans across global markets. There is significant potential for the new Catalina Sounds Winemaker to grow alongside the business, with career development pathways and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Winemaking in executing winemaking plans that protect wine quality, consistency and brand reputation
• Act as the day-to-day operational contact with external contract winemaking, laboratory and bottling partners, ensuring wine preparation and finishing meet bottling specifications
• Assist across all stages of production, including harvest, grape intake, fermentation, maturation, blending, stabilisation, filtration and bottling
• Carry out day-to-day quality monitoring through analytical testing and sensory evaluation and recommend corrective actions
• Set up, run and report on winemaking trials as directed, and contribute to blending, fining and ferment tasting
• Maintain tank, stock and winemaking records, and prepare reports to support production planning and inventory management
• Assist with fruit maturity sampling and vineyard visits during vintage
• Work with the Production & Export Logistics Coordinator to support timely and accurate production of wine as planned
• Follow regulatory, compliance and food safety requirements in all winemaking activities
• Follow and contribute to sustainable winemaking practices and environmental improvement initiatives
• Participate in health, safety and wellbeing programs and help maintain a positive safety culture
• Provide technical winemaking support to Viticulture, Operations, Sales and Marketing teams

Key Requirements

• Degree in Oenology, Viticulture or related discipline
• Relevant experience as a winemaker across all aspects of the winemaking process
• Sound technical knowledge of wine production, wine chemistry and quality assurance
• Ability to evaluate wine quality through analytical and sensory assessment
• Experience in cool climate winemaking and the Marlborough region is an advantage
• Experience working with external production facilities, contract winemaking operations or bottling providers will be highly regarded
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality and consistency
• Well-developed organisational and planning skills, with the ability to adapt
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to work collaboratively across teams, and independently
• A proactive and practical approach, with good problem-solving skills
• Experience with winery management systems and accurate record keeping
• Current driver's licence
• Be a New Zealand or Australian citizen or permanent resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa

Why join Catalina Sounds and Joval?

• Work with one of New Zealand's leading wine brands and a highly regarded winemaking team
• Influence wines from vineyard through to bottle, and contribute to innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Enjoy a strong family culture, where people are valued, and professional development is encouraged
• Be part of a larger wine portfolio and business, surrounded by wine experts and fully immersed in the wine industry
• Live and work in Blenheim, central to Marlborough vineyards and wineries
• Great additional benefits such as car allowance, wellness leave, wine allowance and access to the Red + White Cellar NZ portfolio at wholesale pricing

Wine Network Consulting is recruiting for this role on behalf of Catalina Sounds.