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Senior Production Manager (Vineyard)

Babylonstoren

South Africa

On-site

ZAR 500 000 - 600 000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

A South African vineyard company is looking for a Senior Production Manager to oversee vineyard operations. The successful candidate will manage a team, handle irrigation and pest control, oversee audits, and prepare budgets. A degree in viticulture and at least six years of relevant experience are essential. This role requires strong organisational and supervisory skills. Applicants from designated groups will be given priority.

Qualifications

  • At least six years of experience in a similar role.
  • Sound working knowledge of vineyard production.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the Production Manager and Senior Supervisor within the vineyard division.
  • Oversee the team’s daily activities.
  • Manage the irrigation, pest control, and weed control schedules.
  • Facilitate communication between the farm and cellar teams.
  • Manage all vineyard audits (SAWIS & WIETA).
  • Prepare and manage the budget.
  • Conduct detailed weekly planning of activities and labour requirements.
  • Support other departments as needed.

Skills

Organisational skills
Time management
Supervisory skills
Ability to perform under pressure

Education

Qualification in viticulture
Job description

Babylonstoren has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Production Manager with a passion for vineyards and farming!.

Requirements:
  • A relevant qualification in viticulture
  • At least six years’ experience in a similar role
  • Sound working knowledge of vineyard production
  • Strong organisational, time management and supervisory skills
  • Ability to work and perform under pressure

Suitably qualified applicants from designated groups will be given priority

Responsibilities:
  • Manage the Production Manager and Senior Supervisor within the vineyard division
  • Oversee the team’s daily activities
  • Manage the irrigation, pest control and weed control schedules
  • Facilitate communication between the farm and cellar teams
  • Manage all vineyard audits (SAWIS & WIETA)
  • Prepare and manage the budget
  • Conduct detailed weekly planning of activities and labour requirements
  • Support the other department as needed
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