Lead Vineyard Horticulturist – Cape Town Premium Wines

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Annual performance bonuses tied to vit

Accommodation on estate

Access to viticultural resources

International study tours

Job summary

Placements24 represents a renowned wine estate in Cape Town seeking a Lead Horticulturalist to oversee all vineyard operations, focusing on premium wine grape production. You will manage a vineyard team, implement sustainable practices, and collaborate with winemaking to ensure fruit meets specifications.

A degree in viticulture or related field and 8+ years of vineyard leadership are required. This hands-on role offers a base salary, performance bonuses, accommodation, and access to top

Qualifications

• Degree in Viticulture, Horticulture, Agricultural Science, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years in vineyard management for premium wine grape production.
• Demonstrated leadership with ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Knowledge of grape varietals, soil analysis, and nutrient management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily vineyard operations including planting, pruning, canopy management, irrigation, and harvesting.
• Lead, train, and supervise a vineyard team to ensure best practices.
• Develop vineyard management plans for optimal grape quality and yield for varietals.
• Monitor soil health, vine nutrition, and water status; apply treatments.
• Implement IPM programs to protect vines.
• Manage vineyard equipment maintenance and safety.
• Collaborate with winemaking team to meet grape specifications.
• Record-keeping and budgeting input for vineyard activities.

Skills

Leadership

Vineyard management

Viticulture knowledge

Soil analysis

Irrigation systems

IPM

Team management

Communication

Education

Degree in Viticulture/Horticulture/Agricultural Science

Postgraduate qualification (advantage)

Job description

Placements24 represents a renowned wine estate in Cape Town seeking a Lead Horticulturalist to oversee all vineyard operations, focusing on premium wine grape production. You will manage a vineyard team, implement sustainable practices, and collaborate with winemaking to ensure fruit meets specifications.

A degree in viticulture or related field and 8+ years of vineyard leadership are required. This hands-on role offers a base salary, performance bonuses, accommodation, and access to top