Vineyard Operations Lead | Viticulture & Harvest

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional growth

Relocation assistance

Cutting-edge vineyard tech

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Farm Operations Manager for an esteemed George-area vineyard in the Western Cape. You will oversee day-to-day vineyard operations, plantings, canopy management, irrigation, pest control, and harvest logistics to ensure high-quality wine production.

The role requires a Viticulture or Agriculture degree, 5+ years of vineyard experience, strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and proficiency with farm management software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Viticulture, Horticulture, Agriculture, or related field.
• 5+ years vineyard management experience.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and farm operations decision making.
• Experience with irrigation, soil management, and pest control.
• Familiarity with farm management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all vineyard operations including planting, pruning, canopy management, irrigation, and pest/disease control.
• Develop and implement strategic plans for vineyard development and expansion.
• Manage the vineyard workforce, ensuring efficient task allocation, training, and performance evaluation.
• Monitor soil health, water usage, and climate conditions, implementing adjustments as necessary.
• Coordinate harvesting operations to ensure timely and optimal grape collection.
• Manage farm equipment and machinery, ensuring maintenance and operational readiness.
• Maintain detailed records of farming activities, yields, and resource utilization.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations in George area.
• Collaborate with winemaking teams to understand grape quality requirements and delivery schedules.
• Implement sustainable farming practices to enhance vineyard health and minimize environmental impact.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Viticulture or Agriculture

Tools

Farm management software

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Farm Operations Manager for an esteemed George-area vineyard in the Western Cape. You will oversee day-to-day vineyard operations, plantings, canopy management, irrigation, pest control, and harvest logistics to ensure high-quality wine production.

The role requires a Viticulture or Agriculture degree, 5+ years of vineyard experience, strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and proficiency with farm management software.