My client in Stellenbosch has an exciting opportunity for a technically minded individual to work in a dynamic environment. They require the services of a â??hands-onâ? Manager / Operator for its sales, rental and fee-for-service business.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day scheduling, operation and successful completion of all the services they offer to South African wineries.
IDEALLY, THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
A strong background in the wine industry
Extensive experience in cellar operations.
A solid understanding of good winemaking practices.
The capability for independent operation and maintenance of advanced equipment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
The ability to work alone as well as part of a team
A professional attitude to work & is self-driven.
Enthusiastic, honest and hard working.
Ability to develop skills quickly.
Attention to detail.
Acceptance to constructive criticism.
Engaging and persuasive personality.
Forklift licence, Medium Rigid Truck Licence and a current First Aid Certificate are preferable, not essential.
KEY DUTIES:
PLANT OPERATION:
Ensure setting up of equipment on sight.
Accurate assessment of litres to be filtered.
Control of equipment while in operation.
Correct Regeneration of Resin Columns.
Control of differential pressure settings.
Information gathering on time sheets.
Communicate with operators on all operations.
Set up calendar for job scheduling.
MAINTENANCE:
Ensure wash and sterilizing of membranes after each job.
Resin wash according to schedule.
Control of pump lubrication etc.
Wash and sterilize pre-filter.
Ensure checking of the calibration of equipment on a weekly basis.
MARKETING:
Personal and telephonic liaison with winemakers.
Mailing of advertising material.
Participation at wine equipment shows
Leasing of equipment to wineries
Generate quotes for the wineries.
Identify market and sale opportunities.
GENERAL:
Being familiar with wine organoleptically as well as the wine legislation of South Africa.
Provide monthly reports to directors,
Follow up with debtors.
Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa Base
Package: Appropriate salary plus bonuses, laptop computer, mobile phone and internet connection will be provided, along with a fully maintained vehicle for travel to /from the work place.
Please forward CV and short summary of wine equipment knowledge to; ****@*****.*** Paa000486/D
Recruiter: Placement Partners