Vineyard and Winery Operations Coordinator

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Overtime during peak seasons

Wine club participation and staff wine

Staff discounts on wine purchases

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Vineyard and Winery Operations Coordinator in Stellenbosch. You will support daily vineyard and winery tasks, manage inventories, and assist viticulture and winemaking teams to ensure smooth operations from grape to bottle.

Ideal candidates are organized, detail-oriented, with strong communication skills and a passion for wine. The role involves hands-on work in a fast-paced agricultural setting with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations coordination, logistics or a related administrative role.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail in record-keeping and task management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; willingness to learn new software systems.
• A genuine interest in viticulture and winemaking is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operational tasks within the vineyard and winery, ensuring production schedules and quality standards.
• Assist in managing inventory of grape supplies, winemaking materials, and finished products with accurate records.
• Support viticulturist and winemaker with vineyard activities including irrigation, pest control and harvesting.
• Facilitate communication between teams to ensure efficient workflow and timely task completion.
• Maintain detailed operational logs, production data, laboratory results and compliance documentation.
• Assist in organizing winery tours and tastings for visitors.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned winery in the picturesque region of Stellenbosch , is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Vineyard and Winery Operations Coordinator . This crucial role supports the daily activities within both the vineyard and the winery, ensuring smooth operations from grape to bottle. You will assist in managing schedules, coordinating resources, maintaining records, and supporting the viticulture and winemaking teams. The ideal candidate will have a passion for wine, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a hands-on, fast-paced agricultural and production environment, contributing to the creation of high-quality wines.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operational tasks within the vineyard and winery, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards.
• Assist in managing inventory of grape supplies, winemaking materials, and finished products, maintaining accurate records and stock levels.
• Support the viticulturist and winemaker with vineyard management activities, including scheduling irrigation, pest control, and harvesting operations.
• Facilitate communication and coordination between different teams and departments, ensuring efficient workflow and timely task completion.
• Maintain detailed operational logs, including production data, laboratory results, and compliance documentation.
• Assist in organizing winery tours and tastings for visitors, ensuring a high-quality guest experience.

Requirements

• Previous experience in operations coordination, logistics, or a related administrative role, preferably within the agricultural or food and beverage industry.
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail in record-keeping and task management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable learning new software systems.
• A genuine interest in viticulture and winemaking is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package and opportunities for overtime pay during peak seasons.
• Participation in the company's wine club and staff discounts on wine purchases.
• Exposure to the fine art of winemaking and viticulture in a world-renowned region.
• Opportunities for training and development in vineyard and winery management practices.
• A supportive and passionate team environment dedicated to producing exceptional wines.