Marlize Jacobs
Nelspruit
Summary
Adaptable professional with a B.Agric in Agriculture and 13+ years' experience in viticulture, wine production, agriculture, real estate, and customer-facing roles.
Strong in operations, analysis, systems and administration, with proven ability to improve efficiency, reduce costs (water, fuel, electricity), and manage people, recources, and budgets.
Practical, detail-oriented, and comfortable with data, numbers, and software, with a strong willingness to learn new skills.
Seeking a role in operations, administration, or analytical support
Overview
2
2
Languages
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Viticulturist / Agricultural Operations
Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate
Stellenbosch
04.2016 - 07.2020
Managed a 71 - hectare farm operation with responsibility for staff, resources, and production
- Supervised 30 employees
- Improved tool, equipment, and resource accountability
- Reduced fuel, water, and electricity usage
- Improved irrigation efficiency and monitoring
- Implemented operational systems and procedures
- Ensured health, safety, and fire compliance
- Supported decisions using operational data
Assistant Winemaker / Wine Production
Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate
Stellenbosch
12.2007 - 04.2016
Supported wine production and quality control
- Created award-winning Runner Duck Red 2009 blend
- Contributed to award-winning wines
- Worked with production data and quality control
- Gained full grape-to-bottle production experience
Real Estate Professional
Chas Everitt Lowveld
Nelspruit
11.2020 - 05.2024
Transitioned successfully into real estate
- Completed PDE4 Cum Laude (2022)
- Strong client service and communication
- Worked with property systems and documentation
- Adapted quickly to new software and processes
- Awards: Chas Everitt Customer Service Award (2022)
Restaurant / Operations Management
Blue Gate Café
Nelspruit
04.2024 - 07.2026
- Managed daily operations and service flow
- Handled sales, stock, and admin tasks
- Staff coordination and customer service
- Supplier and quality management
- Fast-paced problem-solving environment
Education
B.Agric - Cellar Technology
University of Stellenbosch
12-2007
NQF Level 4 - Real Estate
PDE4 Examination
01-2022
Grade 12 - Matric
Winburg High School
Winburg, FS01-1987
Skills
- Data analysis & reporting
- Operational planning
- Systems & process improvement
- Cost & resource management
- Administration & record keeping
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Staff coordination
- Compliance & safety
- Agricultural & production operations
- Real estate administration
- Fast learner (software & systems)
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
Awards
- Runner Duck Red 2009 - Award-winning blend
- Best Acedemic Student (2007)
- Best Practical Student (2007)
- Chas Everitt Customer Service Award (2022)
- PDE4 Cum Laude (2022)
References
- Available on request
Technology
- Microsoft Excel, Word & Outlook
- Property / CRM systems (various)
- POS systems (restaurant)
- Quick learner of new software
Personal strengths
- Analytical, practical, and systems-focused with strong problem-solving ability
- Highly adaptable, customer-oriented, and experienced in improving operational efficiency
- Fast learner with strong attention to detail
Timeline
Restaurant / Operations Management
Blue Gate Café
04.2024 - 07.2026
Real Estate Professional
Chas Everitt Lowveld
11.2020 - 05.2024
Viticulturist / Agricultural Operations
Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate
04.2016 - 07.2020
Assistant Winemaker / Wine Production
Vergenoegd Löw Wine Estate
12.2007 - 04.2016
B.Agric - Cellar Technology
University of Stellenbosch
NQF Level 4 - Real Estate
PDE4 Examination
Grade 12 - Matric
Winburg High School