Vineyard Operations Lead

Placements24

Upington

On-site

ZAR 220,000 - 360,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 is looking for a Farm Operations Supervisor to oversee viticulture activities in Upington. The role is hands-on, requires vineyard experience, and involves leading a team of farm workers to perform pruning, trellising, irrigation, and harvesting to high standards.

The candidate should have 3-5 years of vineyard or farm operations experience, plus supervisory skills and knowledge of vineyard practices.

Qualifications

3-5 years of vineyard or farm operations experience.
Previous supervisory experience preferred.
Good understanding of viticulture practices (pruning, trellising, irrigation, pest control).
Ability to manage and motivate a team of farm laborers.
Basic record-keeping skills.
Familiarity with agricultural machinery and tools.
Strong work ethic and ability to work outdoors.

Responsibilities

Supervise vineyard workers and coordinate daily tasks.
Oversee planting, pruning, tying, trellising, and canopy management.
Ensure correct application of fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides per farm plan.
Monitor irrigation systems and manage water usage.
Assist in planning and execution of grape harvesting.
Ensure health, safety, and environmental protocols are followed.
Train new workers on tasks and best practices.
Maintain basic labor and crop records.
Report daily progress and resource needs to Farm Manager.
Contribute to overall health and productivity of the vineyards.