Senior Winemaker: Lead Quality & Team Innovation

wine.co.za; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Windmeul Cellar in Paarl seeks a professional Winemaker to lead production and ensure quality—overseeing wine production, stock control, and health & safety. The role requires relevant Viticulture and Oenology qualification with 2–5 years in the wine industry, strong tasting skills, and good Afrikaans/English communication.

A driver’s licence is essential. The incumbent will manage maintenance, record keeping, and external liaison while guiding a dynamic production team in the Windmeul Cellar’s

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification (degree or diploma in Viticulture and Oenology or similar qualification).
• 2–5 years’ proven experience in the wine industry.
• Mechanical and technical knowledge of winemaking machinery and equipment.
• Well-developed wine tasting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (Afrikaans and English).
• Detail oriented and able to work in team or alone.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Winemaking and overseeing production processes.
• Quality control and ensuring product standards.
• Stock management and administration of wine and dry goods.
• Personnel management and team leadership.
• Maintenance, housekeeping and record keeping.
• Wine tasting and external liaison with partners.
• Health & Safety compliance and accreditations.

Skills

Wine tasting skills

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Maintenance and problem solving

Education

Viticulture and Oenology degree/diploma

Tools

Wine MS

Computer skills

Job description

Windmeul Cellar in Paarl seeks a professional Winemaker to lead production and ensure quality—overseeing wine production, stock control, and health & safety. The role requires relevant Viticulture and Oenology qualification with 2–5 years in the wine industry, strong tasting skills, and good Afrikaans/English communication.

A driver’s licence is essential. The incumbent will manage maintenance, record keeping, and external liaison while guiding a dynamic production team in the Windmeul Cellar’s