Project Manager

1 day ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Time Personnel Full time R250 000 - R500 000 per year
Job Overview
  • Application Deadline: 13 December 2025
  • Job Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
  • Job Title: Project Manager (Events Industry)
  • Education Level: Diploma
  • Job Level: Senior
  • Minimum Experience: 5- 7 Years
Project Manager (Events Industry) required in Cape Town.

Are you a hands-on Operations & Events Manager who takes lead in managing daily operations and delivering standout events.

Based in Johannesburg, this role will require excellent financial acumen, warehouse and stock management, guide sales and technical teams, and ensure every project runs seamlessly from planning to execution.

This role is perfect for a proactive, solutions-focused individual who thrives on independence and loves making things happen.

Occasional travel to Cape Town required.

Requirements:

  • Matric, with relevant qualifications – Advantageous
  • Proven experience as a Project Manager in the events industry
  • Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications
  • Bilingual in English and Afrikaans
  • Detailed knowledge and experience of delivering outdoor major events in e.g. sport, music, or similar sectors
  • Excellent financial and commercial acumen
  • Exceptional management and administration skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communication and inter-personal skills, being confident in liaising with all clients across all sectors
  • A commitment to personal development and continual improvement, having a strong desire to undertake training & development
  • A working knowledge, and personal commitment, to sustainability and environmental issues

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Report to the Managing Director and provide strong operational support
  • Take initiative and ownership — this role requires a proactive, independent leader
  • Manage the stock control system and oversee warehouse operations for accuracy and efficiency
  • Lead and motivate sales and technical teams, ensuring seamless collaboration
  • Develop budgets and manage event planning from concept to completion
  • Travel to Cape Town occasionally and be primarily office-based
  • Plan and execute all aspects of events and activations, ensuring high-quality delivery
  • Manage budgets effectively, maintaining cost-efficiency without compromising standards
  • Oversee on-site teams, logistics, and timelines to ensure smooth event execution
  • Serve as a brand ambassador, building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners
  • Manage equipment and inventory, ensuring proper use and accountability
  • Collaborate with technicians on installations and site setups.
  • Conduct site inspections and design optimal event layouts.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve on-site issues quickly and effectively
  • Maintain strong client relationships and act as the main contact for project development
  • Produce post-event reports and drive continuous improvement across projects

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