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Join the Bickford’s Group a proudly South Australian-owned group of companies with over 150 years of beverage innovation. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for guiding wine and cider production from vineyard to bottle, sitting at the intersection of craftsmanship, strategic planning, and efficient operations to deliver products that meet both premium standards and everyday enjoyment.
WHATS INVOLVED?
As our Senior Winemaker, you’ll lead the strategic and technical direction of Bickford’s Group wine and cider operations. This role oversees all aspects of winemaking, viticulture, and orchard management, from grape growing and fermentation to blending and brand representation.
You’ll be responsible for:
Driving operational excellence across winery and vineyard sites, ensuring alignment with production plans, quality standards, and budget targets
Developing and executing winemaking and blending strategies for table wines, fortified wines, and cider
Providing technical leadership and mentoring to vineyard and winery teams
Championing the wine and cider brands as a senior ambassador, collaborating with Marketing to support storytelling, innovation, and market engagement
Leading continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring compliance with GMP, WHS, and regulatory standards
Overseeing strategic planning, resource management, and long-term site development
ABOUT YOU
You’re an experienced winemaker with a practical mindset, a refined palate, and a strong appreciation for both the craft and the commercial realities of wine production. You understand how to create wines that appeal to a broad audience and confident in guiding wine styles through tasting, blending, and technical oversight.
Alongside your winemaking expertise, you bring a clear focus on operational efficiency, resource management, and continuous improvement. You’re comfortable leading teams, mentoring others, and working collaboratively across departments to ensure the winery and vineyards run smoothly, sustainably, and within budget. Above all, you take pride in producing wines that are both technically sound and commercially successful.
WHY WORK WITH US?
Strategic Impact: Play a key role in shaping and executing operational strategy.
Innovative Culture: Join a proudly South Australian-owned company committed to innovation, continuous improvement and delivering cutting-edge products.
Team Environment: Work with a genuinely awesome team that makes work fun, rewarding, and a great place to be.
Robust Wellness Program: Enjoy monthly wellness initiatives that support your overall wellbeing.
Staff Discounts: Access generous pricing on our fantastic product range, venues, accommodation, and related entities.
Tell us why you want to work for us by submitting your resume and covering letter by Monday 1 September 2025. Early applications are encouraged, as shortlisting may begin before the closing date.
WHAT WE’RE ABOUT
The Bickford’s Group is an independently owned collection of companies based in Adelaide, South Australia. From humble beginnings back in 1839, we now have a footprint in over 40 countries. The team at Bickford’s are proud to offer the highest quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage products to consumers, bringing them both traditional and cutting-edge innovations. Everyone at the Bickford’s Group of companies strive to deliver upon the corporate values of integrity, empowerment, collaboration, pride and accountability.
For further information about the Company and our brands please visit our websites:
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Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics 101-1,000 employees
The Bickford's Group is an independently owned collection of companies based in Adelaide, South Australia. From humble beginnings back in 1839, we now have a footprint in over 46 countries.
We’re proud to offer the highest quality products to our consumers, bringing them both tradition and cutting edge innovation. As an entrepreneurial company we are not afraid to lead our competitors with innovative category solutions that create power brands and a legacy for future generations.
The Bickford's Group is an independently owned collection of companies based in Adelaide, South Australia. From humble beginnings back in 1839, we now have a footprint in over 46 countries.
We’re proud to offer the highest quality products to our consumers, bringing them both tradition and cutting edge innovation. As an entrepreneurial company we are not afraid to lead our competitors with innovative category solutions that create power brands and a legacy for future generations.
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