Vineyard Viticulturist - Premium Grapes, Sustainable Practices

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Wine tasting privileges

Employee discounts

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 on behalf of a renowned winery near Welkom, Free State, seeks an experienced Viticulturist to manage its expansive vineyards. You will oversee planting, canopy management, pest control, and harvest to ensure premium quality grapes for winemaking in a sustainably run operation.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Viticulture/Horticulture, with at least five years of vineyard experience, strong leadership, and hands-on irrigation and spray expertise.

Qualifications

• Degree in Viticulture, Horticulture, Agronomy, or a related agricultural science.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in vineyard management and grape production.
• In-depth knowledge of grapevine physiology, diseases, pests, and soil management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all vineyard operations, including planting, trellis construction, and irrigation management.
• Develop and implement integrated pest and disease management programs to protect grapevines.
• Manage canopy management techniques to optimize fruit exposure and quality.
• Monitor vine health, soil conditions, and weather patterns, making timely adjustments to ensure optimal growth and yield.
• Supervise vineyard staff, providing training and ensuring safety protocols.
• Coordinate harvest activities, including timing, logistics, and quality assessment.

Skills

Leadership

Pest & disease management

Irrigation management

Canopy management

Education

Degree in Viticulture/Horticulture/Agronomy

Tools

Irrigation systems

Vineyard machinery

Spray application technology

Job description

Placements24 on behalf of a renowned winery near Welkom, Free State, seeks an experienced Viticulturist to manage its expansive vineyards. You will oversee planting, canopy management, pest control, and harvest to ensure premium quality grapes for winemaking in a sustainably run operation.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Viticulture/Horticulture, with at least five years of vineyard experience, strong leadership, and hands-on irrigation and spray expertise.