Lead Viticulturist: Elevate Grape Quality at Prestige Estate

Placements24; Benoni; Sur place; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng seeks an experienced Viticulturist to oversee vineyard operations, from soil management to canopy, pest control and harvest. You will lead vineyard staff and collaborate with the winemaker to ensure top-quality grapes for winemaking.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in viticulture or related field, has at least five years in cool-climate viticulture, and is willing to relocate to or reside in Benoni.

Qualifications

• Degree in viticulture or related field.
• Minimum 5 years viticulture experience.
• Knowledge of grape varietals, soils, and climate impacts on wine quality.
• Experience with pest and disease management in vineyards.
• Familiar with vineyard machinery and irrigation systems.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Willingness to reside in Benoni, Gauteng.

Responsabilités

• Develop vineyard management plans to optimize quality and yield.
• Manage soil health, fertilization, and irrigation for varietals.
• Implement pest, disease, and weed control with sustainable practices.
• Oversee canopy management: pruning, shoot thinning, leaf removal.
• Monitor grape development and harvest timing.
• Supervise and train vineyard workers.
• Maintain records of vineyard activities and inputs.
• Collaborate with winemaker to meet winemaking requirements.
• Stay updated on viticulture research and technology.

Connaissances

Leadership

Team management

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Wine knowledge

Formation

Degree in Viticulture / Horticulture / Agronomy

Outils

Vineyard machinery

Irrigation systems

Description du poste

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng seeks an experienced Viticulturist to oversee vineyard operations, from soil management to canopy, pest control and harvest. You will lead vineyard staff and collaborate with the winemaker to ensure top-quality grapes for winemaking.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in viticulture or related field, has at least five years in cool-climate viticulture, and is willing to relocate to or reside in Benoni.