At De Bortoli Wines, wine is more than what we make — it’s what brings people together. Family-owned and proudly Australian, De Bortoli Wines has been making wine for generations, with a deep connection to the people, places and communities behind every bottle.
Our Rutherglen winery is at the heart of a unique wine region, where tradition meets up-to-date winemaking. We are seeking Vintage Cellar hands to join our team at our Rutherglen winery for the 2027 vintage period.
This is a hands-on opportunity to gain practical experience across a range of winery processes while working alongside an experienced and collaborative cellar and winemaking team.
About the Role
As a Vintage Cellar hand, you will assist with key cellar operations to ensure fruit, must, juice and wine are processed safely and in accordance with quality standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Safely receiving fruit into the crusher area
- Transferring must, juice and wine as directed
- Operating winery equipment, including crushers, presses, pumps and clarification equipment
- Cleaning and sanitising tanks and cellar equipment
- Safely handling cleaning chemicals and wearing required PPE
- Maintaining a clean, tidy and organised work environment
- Following all workplace health and safety policies and procedures
About You
We are looking for reliable and motivated people who are safety-focused and willing to get involved in all aspects of vintage cellar operations.
To be successful, you will have:
- A willingness to learn and develop your knowledge of winery operations
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team
- The ability to work flexible shift arrangements, including up to 12-hour days, 5–6 days per week and night shifts as required
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety and the use of required PPE
- Previous wine industry experience is desirable but not essential. A forklift licence and/or Confined Space Entry Ticket will also be highly regarded.
Why Join Us?
Join De Bortoli Wines in Rutherglen for Vintage 2027 and gain valuable hands-on experience in the winemaking process while working alongside an experienced cellar and winemaking team.
If you're hardworking, reliable, keen to learn and ready to get involved in Vintage 2027, we'd love to hear from you!
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📌 Vintage Cellar Hand 2027 - Rutherglen
🏢 De Bortoli Wines
📍 Rutherglen
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