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Newton April

Cellar Assistant
Stellenbosch

Summary

I have over 5 years of experience working in the cellar, where I’ve gained strong hands-on skills in all stages of wine production — from harvest and fermentation through to blending and bottling. Along the way, I completed SKOP Levels 1–4 and recently finished a learnership in winemaking, which gave me both practical knowledge and a deeper understanding of the craft. I’m comfortable operating cellar and harvest equipment, supervising seasonal staff, and ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely. What drives me most is being part of the winemaking process and contributing to producing quality wine.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Cellar Assistant

Rustenberg Wines
01.2019 - 09.2025
  • Operated and maintained cellar equipment to ensure safe and efficient performance.
  • Followed safety protocols and maintained sanitation standards to minimize risks.
  • Oversaw wine movements, including pressing, draining, racking, blending, bottling, and fermentation.
  • Transferred wine to tanks, monitored measurements, and added ingredients as instructed.
  • Cleaned and transferred tanks to preserve wine quality and prevent contamination.
  • Assisted in blending and bottling processes to support production flow.
  • Supported fermentation activities, including pump-overs and monitoring progress.
  • Operated harvest equipment such as presses, crushers, sorting tables, and pumps.
  • Supervised interns and casual staff at assigned workstations during harvest.
  • Operated forklifts for safe and efficient movement of pallets and materials.
  • Performed barrel topping to maintain product quality.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lückhoff Secondary School
Idasvalley,Stellenbosch
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Attention to Detail

  • Teamwork

  • Organization & Time Management

  • Physical Fitness

  • Flexibility with work hours

  • Eager to learn

  • Forklift Operation

Certification

National Certificate Winemaking SAQA Qualification

Additional Information

Craig Christians
Winemaker
Contact number: 071 037 0407


Narissa Pieters
Junior Assistant Winemaker
Contact number: 071 414 5453

Gareth Le Grange
Assistant
Contact number: 062 063 3766

Timeline

National Certificate Winemaking SAQA Qualification

06-2025

Cellar Assistant

Rustenberg Wines
01.2019 - 09.2025

High School Diploma -

Lückhoff Secondary School
04.2001 -

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