Hybrid Viticulture Lead for Premium Wines

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation

Health coverage

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Viticulture Specialist to oversee vineyard operations at a renowned wine estate near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This hybrid role combines hands-on vineyard management with data analysis and reporting conducted remotely.

You will optimize grape production through advanced viticultural practices, monitor vine health, and collaborate with the winemaking team to ensure high-quality grapes for premium wines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Viticulture/Horticulture/Plant Science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on viticulture and vineyard management experience.
• Strong knowledge of grape physiology, soil science, climate impacts, and pest and disease management.
• Experience with precision viticulture technologies is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement vineyard management plans including pruning, irrigation, and nutrient application.
• Monitor grapevine health and development through the season and address issues proactively.
• Manage IPM-based pest and disease control programs.
• Oversee vineyard sanitation and hygiene protocols.
• Collect and analyze soil, climate, vine performance, and grape quality data.
• Determine harvest timing based on maturity and quality indicators.
• Collaborate with winemaking team to meet grape quality specs.
• Supervise vineyard staff and provide training.
• Stay current with viticulture research and technology.

Skills

Viticulture knowledge

Pest & disease management

Data analysis

Leadership & teamwork

Canopy management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Viticulture/Horticulture/Plant Science

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Viticulture Specialist to oversee vineyard operations at a renowned wine estate near Nelspruit, Mpumalanga. This hybrid role combines hands-on vineyard management with data analysis and reporting conducted remotely.

You will optimize grape production through advanced viticultural practices, monitor vine health, and collaborate with the winemaking team to ensure high-quality grapes for premium wines.