Winemaker

Reference: 11023 MLR
Consultant: Michelle le Roux

Job Description:

• Winemaking:
  • Direct all aspects of wine production from grape reception to bottling
  • Determine optimal harvest timing in coordination with viticulturist
  • Manage fermentation processes and monitor wine development
  • Develop and execute blending strategies
  • Oversee quality control throughout production
  • Maintain detailed records of all winemaking processes
  • Ensure compliance with Wine of Origin scheme requirements
  • Conduct regular tastings and quality assessments
  • Manage barrel program and cellar operations

• Technical Management:
  • Monitor and maintain wine chemistry through analysis
  • Ensure proper sanitation protocols
  • Oversee laboratory operations and testing
  • Implement and maintain HACCP and food safety programs
  • Maintain rigorous quality and food safety standards, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and continuously improve processes to consistently deliver safe, high-quality products
  • Manage wine movements and stock control
  • Supervise bottling operations
  • Maintain cellar equipment and infrastructure

• Personnel Management:
  • Lead and develop cellar team
  • Train staff in winemaking procedures and safety protocols
  • Schedule labour resources according to production demands
  • Manage relationships with consultants and suppliers

• Administrative Duties:
  • Prepare production reports and forecasts
  • Manage cellar budget and costs
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations
  • Maintain required documentation and certificates
  • Contribute to marketing efforts and wine presentations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Oenology/Viticulture or a related field
• Minimum 10 years winemaking experience
• Proven track record of Cap Classique production as well as still white and red wines.
• Strong understanding of wine chemistry and analysis
• Experience with different winemaking styles and techniques to produce both quality and commercial wine
• Valid driver’s license
• Proficiency in English and Afrikaans

How to Apply:

• Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.

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