AddressSEVENHILL CELLARS: Located in a renowned wine region of Australia, Sevenhill Cellars is the only Jesuit winery in the world and is steeped in history with an outstanding tourism reputation. It produces sacramental wine and table wines for general consumption throughout Australia and selected export markets. It is an integrated operation that not only manages a variety of vineyards but also produces a range of market driven, award winning wines that are distributed across Australia including through the on-site cellar door.
THE AUSTRALIAN PROVINCE: Founded by St Ignatius Loyola more than 480 years ago, the Society of Jesus (also known as the Jesuits) is an international religious order within the Catholic Church. The Jesuit presence in Australia dates back to 1848 and the Australian Province of the Society of Jesus now comprises more than 90 Jesuits. They work in over 30 ministries in companionship with some 1,800 women and men who share the Ignatian vision of the service of faith and the promotion of justice.
THE ROLE: The General Manager is expected to act as an enabling resource, assisting informed decision-making by the Board of Sevenhill and furthermore to assist the Board in ensuring good governance of Sevenhill Cellars. The General Manager is required to have strong commercial business acumen in particular as it relates to the wine industry, extensive sales experience, a collaborative and engaging mindset and high-quality personal engagement skills.
