Winery Operations Project Leader

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Medical aid coverage

Generous annual leave

Professional development in wine-indu​

Job summary

Placements24 is actively seeking a dedicated Project Manager for a prestigious winery in Paarl, Western Cape. You will oversee diverse projects from vineyard development to plant upgrades, coordinating cross-functional teams and external suppliers to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with top quality and sustainability.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and 4+ years of PM experience, preferably in wine or related industries, and demonstrates strong operations and supply chain insight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Food Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of project management experience.
• Experience in wine, agriculture or food processing industries preferred.
• Proven ability to manage projects from initiation to completion.
• Strong understanding of operations and supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse projects related to winery operations, including vineyard development, cellar upgrades, and equipment installations.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, defining scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate with internal teams (viticulture, oenology, marketing) and external suppliers or contractors.
• Ensure projects comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and quality controls.
• Monitor project progress, track KPIs, and manage project budgets effectively.
• Identify potential risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate clear and consistent communication among all project stakeholders.
• Oversee the procurement of necessary materials, equipment, and services.
• Ensure successful implementation and handover of project outcomes.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and identify areas for improvement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Analytical thinking

MS Project / Primavera

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agriculture/Engineering/Business

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is actively seeking a dedicated Project Manager for a prestigious winery in Paarl, Western Cape. You will oversee diverse projects from vineyard development to plant upgrades, coordinating cross-functional teams and external suppliers to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with top quality and sustainability.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant degree and 4+ years of PM experience, preferably in wine or related industries, and demonstrates strong operations and supply chain insight.