Paarl: Farm Manager

Responsibilities: Day-to-day operations Manage daily vineyard tasks such as pruning, canopy management, irrigation, and harvesting. Monitor and implement pest, disease, and weed control strategies. Oversee soil health, erosion control, and the installation and maintenance of trellising and irrigation systems. Ensure all equipment is in good working condition and all necessary tools and supplies are on hand. Make sure the farm is fire season ready with equipment and tools and staff schedules Staff and personnel management Train, supervise, and evaluate farm staff and contractors. Manage staffing requirements Ensure all jobs are performed safely and correctly, and enforce company policies. Handle administrative tasks like record-keeping, including staff hours, irrigation, and chemical applications. Quality, sustainability, and strategic planning Work with the winemaking team to ensure vineyard practices support wine quality goals. Monitor vineyard performance through data collection and analysis to make adjustments. Develop and implement conservation and sustainability strategies. Create and manage budgets for vineyard operations. Other duties Comply with all statutory regulations. Manage potable water, irrigation water and scheme water Maintain farm infrastructure including vehicle and machine servicing, pump maintenance, spray cart calibration, and ensure the property is presentable and gardens well maintained Conduct administrative tasks, including preparing reports and managing supplies.