Vintage Cellar Hands | Vintage **** | Buronga Hill WineryBe part of Vintage ****!
Ever wondered what it's like to be part of a working winery during vintage?
Australian Vintage is looking for enthusiastic and reliable Vintage Cellar Hands to join our Vintage **** team at Buronga Hill Winery, just a short drive from Mildura.Whether you have worked several vintages or this would be your first, Vintage **** is an opportunity to gain hands‐on experience in a large-scale winemaking environment, work alongside experienced people and be part of the team that brings each year's vintage to life.Previous wine industry experience is highly regarded, but it is not essential.
If you are practical, safety conscious, enjoy working with others and are ready to learn, we encourage you to apply.About Australian Vintage:At Australian Vintage (AV), our purpose is to make the world a smaller place through sharing good times.Australian Vintage is an ASX listed company and owner of the multi-award winning McGuigan, Tempus Two, Nepenthe, Barossa Valley Wine Company, POCO VINO TM and Lemsecco TM brands.Innovation and sustainability are an important part of how we operate.
Our Merbein Packaging Winery and Buronga Hill Winery are powered by 100% wind and solar energy, supporting our commitment to achieving Net Zero carbon emissions across our value chain by ****.We are also proud to be recognised by Mental Health First Aid Australia as an accredited Mental Health First Aid workplace.What you'll be doingVintage is one of the busiest and most exciting times in a winery.As a Vintage Cellar Hand, you will work alongside our Cellar and Winemaking teams, helping to safely process and care for wine throughout vintage.Depending on your experience and the requirements of the winery, your work may include:Completing cellar operations safely,



efficiently and in accordance with instructionsTransferring wine between tanks and other vesselsAssisting with filtration operationsCollecting samples from wine tanks and barrelsMaking additions and gas adjustments to tanksPreparing wines to meet production requirementsMonitoring wine and supporting our team to maintain wine qualityRecording production and cellar information accuratelyCleaning equipment and maintaining high housekeeping standards throughout cellar areasYou will receive site induction and guidance to help you work safely and confidently within our winery.What we're looking forWe are looking for people who will bring a positive attitude to Vintage **** and work well as part of a diverse team.You will ideally bring:A strong commitment to working safely and following instructionsReliability and willingness to contribute throughout the full vintage periodA practical approach and mechanical aptitudeGood communication skillsThe ability to work effectively as part of a teamPrevious vintage, cellar, winery or production experience is highly regarded, but not essentialA forklift licence is highly regardedA vintage worth experiencingVintage can be demanding, but it is also a unique opportunity to learn, earn and experience something different.You will work alongside people from different cultures and backgrounds and gain hands‐on experience in a large-scale commercial winery.Finished school and taking a gap year?
Vintage can be a great way to try something completely different, build practical workplace experience and earn money before travelling, starting university or deciding what comes next.For people considering a future in production or winemaking, it is an opportunity to build practical skills and learn from experienced people across our Cellar and Winemaking teams.And for experienced Cellar Hands, it is an opportunity to bring your skills to a large commercial vintage and work with fruit and wine from across our Australian operations.Hear from people who have done itMy time at AVL helped me learn a lot about the wine industry,



in a good work environment wherein I was able to experience the intricacies of large-scale winemaking and was supported by a outstanding winemaking team.
I'd highly recommend the role to anyone looking for a vintage role that carries more responsibility than most other jobs with exposure to a variety of fruit from across the country.
TF, former Vintage team memberThe placement at AVL was an extraordinary opportunity to be exposed to commercial winemaking and a lot of responsibility.
The challenge of such responsibility resulted in a really rewarding vintage of learning and skill development.
EK, former Vintage team memberWhat you need to knowVintage is a seasonal operation and requires flexibility and commitment throughout the season.Successful applicants will need to:Be available to attend our mandatory Vintage induction prior to commencementBe available for the full Vintage period, generally around 10 to 12 weeksBe available to work a rotating roster across day, afternoon and night shifts, including weekendsHave reliable transport to and from Buronga Hill Winery and hold a current drivers licenceMeet the physical requirements of working in an operational winery environmentHave the right to live and work in AustraliaSome Vintage opportunities may extend beyond the initial Vintage period depending on operational requirements.Competitive casual rates apply, with applicable afternoon, night shift and weekend loadings.Applicants must have appropriate Australian working rights for the full period of employment.
VEVO and identification checks will apply.LocationBuronga Hill Winery557A Silver City HighwayMourquong NSW ****Approximately five minutes by car from Mildura.Ready to experience Vintage ****?
If you are ready to work hard, learn, meet new people and experience one of the most exciting times of the year in winemaking, we would love to hear from you.Australian Vintage values a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Appointments are made based on the skills, experience and merit of each applicant, and we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and experiences.Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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📌 Vintage Cellar Hand Positions (New South Wales)
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