Winery Operations Project Lead | Growth & Upgrades (Paarl)

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Medical aid coverage

Pension fund contributions

Wine industry development

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a dedicated Project Manager to oversee winery operations, from vineyard improvements to processing plant upgrades and new product development.

You will plan, execute, monitor, and handover projects on time and within budget, working with viticulture, oenology, and other teams, ensuring quality, sustainability, and stakeholder satisfaction. Experience in agriculture or food processing is preferred, with PM software proficiency and KPI tracking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 4+ years of project management experience.
• Interest or experience in wine, agriculture, or food processing industries.

Responsibilities

• Manage winery-related projects including vineyard development, cellar upgrades, and equipment installations.
• Develop comprehensive project plans with scope, objectives, timelines and resources.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers or contractors.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and quality controls.
• Monitor progress, KPIs, and budgets; handle risk mitigation.
• Facilitate clear communication among stakeholders.
• Oversee procurement of materials and services.
• Ensure successful implementation and handover of project outcomes.
• Conduct post-project reviews for continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Data analysis

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

PM software

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a dedicated Project Manager to oversee winery operations, from vineyard improvements to processing plant upgrades and new product development.

You will plan, execute, monitor, and handover projects on time and within budget, working with viticulture, oenology, and other teams, ensuring quality, sustainability, and stakeholder satisfaction. Experience in agriculture or food processing is preferred, with PM software proficiency and KPI tracking.