Join this dynamic team today! An exciting position is available to a dedicated and hardworking Viticulturist/Maintenance Manager at Marianne Wine Estate in the beautiful Stellenbosch Wine Region. Production Management: vineyard and citrus orchards - Plan farming activities using budgeting techniques to achieve production targets, in close co-operation with the owner and the owner’s viticulturist - Source required supplements to achieve production targets - Develop and implement an annual nutrient management plan, in conjunction with the owner and according with the soil analyses reports - Develop and implement crop control, folia management (determent by the season) and vines establishing, soil program discussed with the owner - Manage irrigation schedule, weeds and pests to ensure optimal crops - Liaise with key rural professionals e.g. fertilizer rep, chemical rep and contractors to ensure smooth operation of the farm - Work within best practice environmental guidelines - Ensure any development work is undertaken with appropriate consents Estate Maintenance / environment - Develop, review and manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure (buildings: guesthouse, staff houses, farm buildings) - Design and enforce security rules and policies on the farm - Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to Business - Work actively as a team member in developing and achieving Company objectives - Work with the General Manager and/or Owner to develop the Business Plan and annual budget - Monitor seasonal expenditure in line with the budgeted cash flow - Supervise day-to-day activity, organize rosters and schedule tasks/activities that need to be undertaken - Provide training/coaching to staff to enable them to competently carry out tasks required of them on farm - Conduct an annual review of staff performance and maintain employment records - Ensure that health and safety policies and procedures are understood and adhered to - Review, implement and improve health and safety policies and procedures - Ensure new staff are inducted and aware of company policies and are given role clarity Requirements: • 5-10 years’ experience in a similar position; • Relevant training/qualifications in Viticulture/Farming Management; • Skills in building, electrical and mechanical maintenance; • Team player, open to new ideas and advice; • Experience with IPW, WIETA certification and audits, and experience abroad would be to the candidate's advantage. This position will report to the General Manager. Direct Reports: General farms workers and gardeners (team of 8 – 10). If you are interested, apply online at www.m3online.co.za before 09:00 on 6 August 2021. For general inquiries, please contact our Recruitment Team on 021 863 1444. Please note that only shortlisted candidates are contacted. If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks of the closing date for applications, please assume that your application was unsuccessful. *Marianne Wine Estate is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment initiatives. This position will hence be subjected to relevant Employment Equity alignment where possible.