Lizl Gray

Resourceful professional with 14 years of experience in the multicultural South African wine industry and extensive exposure to international wineries. Adept at working under pressure without compromising quality and accuracy.
Currently pursuing a different career path by qualifying as information specialist with the field of information and knowledge management of particular interest, as well as expansion into data collection, analysis, and reporting.

Vinlab (Pty) Ltd – Stellenbosch, South Africa - Laboratory Supervisor: 10/2006 to 12/2018
 Prioritized work assigned, maintained accurate records of work performed and initiated corrective action in case of non-conformance, averaging 1000 samples per day.
 Maintained equipment and facilities in good working order.
 Instructed junior employees on proper use and maintenance of equipment.
 Recorded and interpreted laboratory results to present to senior colleagues as well as clients.
 Acted as SANAS accredited technical signatory on outgoing reports.

KWV South Africa (Pty) Ltd – Upington, South Africa - Laboratory Manager: 08/2006 to 09/2006
 Carried out daily responsibilities accurately and efficiently according to quality assurance guidelines.
 Reporting of analyses that were outside specified limits.
 Ensured equipment was properly maintained and inventory was stocked.
 Produced detailed daily routine documentation to maximise performance.
 Collaborated with the R&D Department to initiate and complete production material trials.

Bachelor of Information Science: 04/2023 - University of South Africa - Pretoria
This qualification enables the use, organisation and management of information and information sources, in order to make information accessible to the community.

Bachelor of Science: Oenology: 04/2004 - University of Stellenbosch - Stellenbosch
This qualification provides a clear understanding of the chemical and biological processes involved in the production of wine and brandy products.