Job Description

• KWV a renowned South African brand and industry leader in the production of world-class wines, and other spirits has a permanent vacancy for a Cellar Assistant, based in Paarl, Western Cape.

Purpose:

• This position will assist the winemaking team in daily winemaking activities as needed, including but not limited to tank-to-tank transfers, additions, racking, maintaining general cellar hygiene and administrative duties.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• 1 – 2 years relevant experience in a Cellar environment
• Ability to operate multiple machines will be advantageous
• Valid Forklift License will be advantageous
• SKOP qualification would be advantageous

Skills Required:

• Good administrative and planning skills
• Good interpersonal relations
• Positive, energetic and results driven individual
• Ability to work within a team

Job Summary:

• Handling of grapes
• Accurate additions according to work instructions/procedures
• Transferring wine
• Filling and emptying of barrels
• Blending according to work instruction
• Participate in MDWT and ensure the boards are updated accordingly
• Job card completion and record keeping
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety principles
• Housekeeping/5S and cellar hygiene
• Will be required to work overtime, night shift and over weekends when operationally required

Closing date for applications: 28 October 2025