Berton Vineyards is looking for a reliable and safety-focused Cellar Hand to join our winery team in a permanent, full-time role.
You’ll support the day-to-day production and handling of wine, working with the cellar to help meet production targets and maintain our quality and food-safety standards.
What you’ll be doing
- Assisting with grape processing, crushing, pressing, fermentation, racking, blending, and filtration
- Operating cellar equipment such as pumps, hoses, filters, and presses
- Cleaning and sanitising tanks, equipment, and work areas
- Measuring and recording product additions as directed
- Completing cellar records and production paperwork accurately
- Handling and storing chemicals safely
- Supporting vintage operations, which may involve night shifts, weekends, extended hours, and overtime
What we’re looking for
- A strong work ethic, good punctuality, and attention to detail
- The ability to follow instructions and work independently and as part of a team
- Clear communication and basic literacy and numeracy for record-keeping
- The ability to carry out the physical tasks of the role safely, with training and equipment provided as required
- Winery or vintage experience will be an advantage
- A forklift licence will be an advantage
- A current driver’s licence and reliable transport is essential.
Work rights
This is a permanent, full-time position. Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia and be able to meet the ongoing work requirements of the role in accordance with any visa conditions. The position may not suit applicants whose current work rights limit them to a short period with one employer. Applicants whose visa conditions, applicable exemptions or written permissions allow them to work in this role on an ongoing basis are welcome to apply.
