Lead Wine Production Team in Stellenbosch

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Scenic Stellenbosch location

Job summary

Placements24, a renowned winery in Stellenbosch, seeks a Production Team Lead to oversee daily wine production from grape reception through bottling. You will guide cellar and bottling staff, ensure quality standards, and drive continuous improvement in a hands-on role.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in wine production with strong leadership, communication, and safety practices, and a solid understanding of winemaking processes in a premium winery environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in wine production or cellar environment.
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of winemaking processes, hygiene and QC.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise production staff in cellar and bottling operations.
• Ensure activities meet quality standards and winery procedures.
• Oversee fermentation, racking, blending, and bottling line operations.
• Train new team members and provide ongoing guidance.
• Maintain safe, clean working environment and health & safety compliance.
• Assist with wine stock and bottling supplies inventory.

Skills

Leadership

Winemaking knowledge

Quality control

Communication skills

Team management

Education

Viticulture/Oenology qualification

Tools

Bottling line equipment

Job description

Placements24, a renowned winery in Stellenbosch, seeks a Production Team Lead to oversee daily wine production from grape reception through bottling. You will guide cellar and bottling staff, ensure quality standards, and drive continuous improvement in a hands-on role.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in wine production with strong leadership, communication, and safety practices, and a solid understanding of winemaking processes in a premium winery environment.