Cellar Technician – Stellenbosch

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POSITION INFO:

Our client, a well-established wine estate situated just outside Stellenbosch, is seeking a hands-on and mechanically skilled Cellar Technician to join their team. This role is vital to the smooth running of the cellar, with a strong focus on maintenance and repair of pumps, motors, and other cellar machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with all cellar operations during harvest and throughout the year, including crushing, fermentation, racking, and bottling.
• Maintain and repair pumps, filters, presses, and general cellar equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Support cellar hygiene and ensure equipment is properly cleaned and sanitised.
• Adhere to safety and operational standards at all times.

Requirements

• Mechanical experience is essential – including the ability to maintain and repair pumps and machinery.
• Previous cellar experience will be beneficial.
• Physically fit and comfortable with hands-on, labour-intensive work.
• A proactive, positive attitude and ability to work well in a team.
• Valid driver’s licence and own reliable transport.

If you’re mechanically minded, practical, and eager to be part of a respected winemaking team, we’d love to hear from you.