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 modern 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
- Robust 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.

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📌 Vintage Cellar Hand 2027 - Rutherglen
🏢 De Bortoli Wines Pty
📍 Rutherglen