Wine Industry Recruitment Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Hybrid working environment in Stellenb

Specialized training

Exposure to prestigious clients

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking a Wine Industry Recruitment Specialist to source and place talent across the wine value chain—from vineyard to winery, marketing to hospitality. The role blends in-office collaboration in Stellenbosch with remote flexibility.

You will build networks with wineries and agricultural businesses, assess candidates for technical and commercial roles, and manage end-to-end recruitment while staying ahead of industry trends and legislation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in recruitment with focus on wine, agriculture, or hospitality sectors.
• Experience sourcing and placing candidates for technical, operational, or commercial roles in these sectors.
• Strong understanding of the wine production lifecycle and related business functions.
• Excellent networking within Stellenbosch and Western Cape wine regions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with wineries and wine businesses in the Western Cape.
• Source and place candidates for Viticulturists, Winemakers, Cellar Hands and related roles.
• Assess candidates’ skills, experience, and passion for the wine industry.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes with a high-quality candidate/ client experience.
• Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and market demands.
• Build a robust talent pool within wine and agricultural sectors.
• Provide market insights and recruitment advice to clients.
• Attend industry events to network and improve sourcing.

Skills

Recruitment experience

Wine/agriculture interest

Networking abilities

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Agriculture

Degree in Hospitality

Degree in Business

Degree in Human Resources

Tools

ATS

Recruitment software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a niche recruitment consultancy with deep expertise in the wine and agricultural sectors, is seeking a Wine Industry Recruitment Specialist to join their team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape . This role is dedicated to sourcing and placing talent across the entire value chain of the wine industry, from vineyard management and viticulture to winemaking, cellar operations, marketing, sales, and hospitality. You will be instrumental in understanding the unique demands of this sector and connecting passionate professionals with leading wineries and related businesses. The role operates on a hybrid model, combining essential in-office collaboration in Stellenbosch with remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with wineries, vineyards, and associated businesses in the Western Cape wine regions.
• Identify and recruit candidates for a wide range of roles, including Viticulturists, Winemakers, Cellar Hands, Vineyard Managers, Sales Managers, and Marketing Specialists.
• Conduct thorough candidate assessments, evaluating technical skills, experience, and passion for the wine industry.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring a high-quality experience for both clients and candidates.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, new wine technologies, market demands, and relevant legislation.
• Build and manage a robust talent pool of skilled professionals within the wine and agricultural sectors.
• Provide expert market insights and recruitment advice to clients.
• Attend industry events and network within the wine community to enhance candidate sourcing and client engagement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in recruitment, with a demonstrable specialization or strong interest in the wine, agriculture, or hospitality industries.
• Experience sourcing and placing candidates for technical, operational, or commercial roles within these sectors.
• Excellent understanding of the wine production lifecycle and related business functions.
• Strong networking abilities and connections within the Stellenbosch and broader Western Cape wine regions are highly advantageous.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a hybrid environment.
• A passion for the wine industry and a commitment to quality placements.
• Relevant degree or qualification in Agriculture, Hospitality, Business, or Human Resources is preferred.

Benefits

• competitive salary
• performance-based incentives
• a supportive hybrid working environment based in Stellenbosch
• specialized training
• exposure to prestigious clients
• the chance to build a career at the heart of one of South Africa's most celebrated industries.