Viticulturist

Reference: 11227 MLR Consultant: Michelle le Roux

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all vineyard production activities throughout the growing season.
• Manage all aspects of vineyard production, including soil preparation, planting, irrigation, nutrition, pruning, canopy management, crop protection, and harvesting.
• Monitor vineyard health, growth, and yield potential through regular field inspections and technical assessments.
• Develop and implement production programmes to optimise grape quality, yield, and sustainability.
• Analyse production data and recommend improvements to enhance efficiency and performance.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Work closely with production teams, technical advisors, and the winemaking team to achieve optimal grape quality.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in viticulture.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Viticulture, Agriculture, Horticulture, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–10 years' experience in commercial vineyard production or viticulture.
• Strong knowledge of vineyard management, irrigation, soil management, plant nutrition, crop protection, and harvest planning.
• Experience with production planning, data analysis, and modern viticulture practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and agricultural or farm management systems.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Passion for sustainable agriculture and continuous improvement.

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