Vineyard Viticulture Lead – Estate Operations

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Vor Ort; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Highly competitive salary and benefits

Performance-based bonuses and profit分享

Access to world-class winemaking facl.

International travel opportunities

Company housing or housing allowance

Wine and estate product discounts

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking an expert Viticulture Specialist to oversee all vineyard operations in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will manage grapevines from planting to harvest, implementing cutting-edge viticultural practices and ensuring premium wine grapes.

Responsibilities include developing vineyard plans, monitoring vine health, irrigation, pest control, yield forecasting, staff supervision, and compliance with environmental standards.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in Viticulture, Horticulture or related field required.
• Minimum 6 years in viticulture with premium wine grape vineyard experience.
• Deep knowledge of Western Cape varietals and terroir influences.
• Leadership and communication skills for managing vineyard staff.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute vineyard management plans from planting to harvest.
• Monitor vine health, soil, water status, and nutrient levels.
• Oversee integrated pest and disease control using sustainable methods.
• Manage irrigation systems and optimize water use.
• Forecast yields and coordinate harvest with the winemaking team.
• Supervise vineyard staff and enforce safety protocols.
• Maintain records of vineyard activities and performance data.
• Research and implement innovative viticultural techniques.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and environmental regulations.

Kenntnisse

Vineyard management

Team leadership

Soil science

Pest management

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Viticulture or related field

Tools

GIS mapping

Irrigation scheduling

Data analysis

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking an expert Viticulture Specialist to oversee all vineyard operations in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will manage grapevines from planting to harvest, implementing cutting-edge viticultural practices and ensuring premium wine grapes.

Responsibilities include developing vineyard plans, monitoring vine health, irrigation, pest control, yield forecasting, staff supervision, and compliance with environmental standards.