Viticulture Specialist | Hybrid Vineyard Lead for Premium Wines

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wine estate access and professional de

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Horticulturist specialized in Viticulture to join a premium wine producer in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on managing vineyard health, optimizing yields, and supporting winemaking with close collaboration with the winery team.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in horticulture-related fields and at least 5 years of viticulture experience, with a hybrid on-site/off-site mix and opportunities for remote data analysis and planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in horticulture related field.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in viticulture and vineyard management.
• Knowledge of grape varietals, vine physiology and terroir.
• Experience with pest and disease management and IPM.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily vineyard operations: pruning, training, canopy management, irrigation.
• Monitor vine health, pests, diseases, nutrient deficiencies.
• Implement sustainable viticulture practices to enhance quality and sustainability.
• Conduct soil and tissue analysis to inform nutrient and irrigation strategies.
• Manage vineyard yield and quality for winemaking requirements.
• Operate and maintain vineyard equipment safely and efficiently.
• Collaborate with winemaking team on grape needs and fermentation requirements.
• Maintain records of vineyard activities and crop performance.
• Supervise and train vineyard staff adhering to safety standards.

Skills

Vineyard management

IPM knowledge

Attention to detail

Team supervision

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Viticulture, Plant Science, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Horticulturist specialized in Viticulture to join a premium wine producer in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on managing vineyard health, optimizing yields, and supporting winemaking with close collaboration with the winery team.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in horticulture-related fields and at least 5 years of viticulture experience, with a hybrid on-site/off-site mix and opportunities for remote data analysis and planning.