Senior Viticulturist – Premium Vineyard Specialist

Placements24

Centurion

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Professional development & industry曝光

Wine collection access & tasting

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, invites an experienced Viticulturist to lead vineyard operations, combining hands-on cultivation with strategic planning for premium wine quality. You will oversee planting, canopy management, irrigation, pest control, and harvest coordination, while collaborating with the winemaker to meet varietal targets.

This hybrid role requires a degree in Viticulture and at least six years in vineyard management.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Viticulture, Horticulture, Agricultural Science, or related field.
Minimum of 6 years of progressive vineyard management experience in premium wine regions.
In-depth knowledge of grape varietals, soils, climate influences and vineyard diseases.
Experience with irrigation, pest and disease management, canopy management and harvest planning.

Responsibilities

Manage all vineyard operations including planting, pruning, trellising, and irrigation.
Conduct soil and vine health assessments; address pests, diseases and nutrient deficiencies.
Develop and implement IPM and disease control strategies.
Oversee irrigation scheduling and water resource management.
Plan and manage harvest operations; coordinate labour and pick timing.
Maintain records of vineyard activities, inputs and yields; collaborate with winemaker.
Research and implement innovative viticultural techniques for sustainability.