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Desktop Support Technician

Historic Wines of the Cape requires the services of a positive, enthusiastic, and service-orientated person to join its IT Technical Team in Franschhoek.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • windows and Mac hardware fault-finding and support
  • windows and Mac maintenance
  • PC setup and assistance to PC users on the network, locally and remotely, with day-to-day IT problems and tasks
  • assistance with printer-related matters (installation and service)
  • loading of correct software onto users’ machines before delivery
  • diagnosing and troubleshooting of technical issues, including account setup and network configuration
  • managing telephone system and configuration of phones
  • managing Wi-Fi systems (Cambium and Unifi) and configuration of access points
  • assist users with work related cell phone problems
  • check Daily backups and notify manager if any fails occur
  • setup Yealink phones and manage 3cx environment
  • manage M365 tenant and environment
  • create user accounts on Active Directory
  • manage Sonos environment for all music at relevant sites

Applications are awaited from persons who comply with the following:

  • Grade 12 qualification
  • A+ and N+ certification
  • IT Diploma or MCITP/MCSE would be an advantage
  • a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar position
  • driver’s license and own transport (will need to travel between sites)
  • knowledge of 3CX IP systems and Yealink phones
  • knowledge and experience with setting up and managing Wi-Fi Access Points (Unify, Aruba, Cambium)
  • knowledge of networking and managing switches (Aruba)
  • knowledge of Sonos music systems
  • overtime and standby will be required on occasions
  • strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • ability to prioritise and work under pressure
  • ability to work independently
  • positive attitude, always portraying a professional image

Historic Wines of the Cape offers competitive remuneration, commensurate with the extent to which the above requirements and responsibilities are met.

Commencement date: As soon as possible

Please forward your CV to reach Anél Odendaal at recruitment.hr@hwines.co.za before 22 July 2026.

If no response is received within two weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Administrative Officer

A dedicated person with a positive outlook is required to join the Farm team of La Motte Wine Estate in Franschhoek.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

  • general office duties and administration
  • diary management
  • setting up meetings and taking minutes
  • handling telephone enquiries
  • responsible for petty cash and monthly reconciliations
  • processing of invoices
  • processing of logbooks
  • liaison with suppliers
  • assistance with audits (WIETA, IBW, IPW, and Farming for the future)
  • all other administrative duties and tasks related to this position

Applications are awaited from candidates who comply with the following:

  • appropriate tertiary qualification
  • at least 3 years’ relevant experience
  • excellent people and communication skills
  • advanced computer skills (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook)
  • experience in Wine MS, Donkerhoek Farm Management, and Adagin perscision farming advantageous
  • thorough, organised work methods and attention to detail
  • bility to work independently

La Motte offers a competitive salary, commensurate with the extent to which the above criteria are met.

Please forward your CV and covering letter to reach Anél Odendaal at recruitment.hr@hwines.co.za before 22 July 2026

If no response is received within two weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.