Join our #MarianneDreamTeam as Viticulturist / Maintenance Manager 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 to 10 years' relevant experience; • 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 11th of October 2019. For more information, contact M³ Human Capital Management. If you do not hear from us within two weeks of the closing date you can 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.