Lead Viticulturist: Elevate Vine Health & Premium Yields (Cape Town)

Placements24; Cape Town; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Performance-based incentives

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Viticulturist for a premier vineyard management company in the Western Cape. You will oversee grape cultivation, vine health, and harvest quality for premium wines, while championing sustainable viticultural practices in and around Cape Town.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Viticulture or related field, with 8+ years’ hands-on experience and strong leadership. Proficiency in IPM, organic/sustainable farming, GIS, remote sensing, and data-driven

Formación

• Master's degree or higher in Viticulture, Horticulture, Plant Science, or a related agricultural discipline.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in viticulture with significant leadership responsibilities.
• Extensive knowledge of cool-climate and warm-climate viticulture, relevant to South African wine regions.
• Experience in IPM and organic or sustainable farming principles.
• Familiarity with precision viticulture tools and techniques (GIS, remote sensing).
• Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze complex data and translate it into actionable vineyard management decisions.
• Proficiency in vineyard planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and execute comprehensive vineyard management plans.
• Monitor vine health, soil conditions, and climate data to optimize grape quality.
• Implement sustainable viticultural practices focusing on water conservation, soil health, and biodiversity.
• Manage vineyard irrigation systems for efficient water use.
• Oversee grape harvesting operations and coordinate timing to ensure peak ripeness.
• Lead and mentor a team of vineyard technicians and seasonal workers.
• Conduct research into new grape varietals, rootstocks, and vineyard technologies.
• Collaborate with winemakers to ensure high-quality grapes for wine production.
• Maintain detailed records of vineyard activities and yields.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Data analysis

Vineyard management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Educación

Master's degree in Viticulture or related

Herramientas

GIS

Remote sensing

Variable rate application

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Viticulturist for a premier vineyard management company in the Western Cape. You will oversee grape cultivation, vine health, and harvest quality for premium wines, while championing sustainable viticultural practices in and around Cape Town.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Viticulture or related field, with 8+ years’ hands-on experience and strong leadership. Proficiency in IPM, organic/sustainable farming, GIS, remote sensing, and data-driven