Experienced Vintage Cellar Crew

The Wine Group; Loxton; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wine Group Loxton operation is seeking enthusiastic Vintage Cellar Hands for a seasonal 10-12 week role starting mid-January 2027. Gain hands-on experience in grape receival, crushing, racking, blending and wine transfers, and operate key winery equipment.

Ideal candidates are physically fit, enjoy outdoor work, can work a rotating 3-shift roster, and hold valid drivers or forklift licenses. Visa holders welcome; full working rights required.

Qualifications

• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors and at heights.
• Motivated with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Team player who can also work independently.
• Shift-based availability across a rotating 3-shift roster.
• All licences - Drivers, Forklift, HR/MR licence (would be amazing).

Responsibilities

• Grape receival, crushing, racking, blending and wine transfers.
• Operating key winery equipment.
• General cellar housekeeping duties.

Skills

Physical fitness

Outdoor work

Team player

Shift work

Drivers license

Forklift license

HR/MR licence

Job description

At The Wine Group we are passionate about our people, our future and our wine. We are America’s second largest wine producer by volume with over 1,700 employees globally across 15 locations in California, New York and Australia. We are proud to be responsible for many of America’s most beloved wine brands, including Cupcake, Franzia, Chloe, Concannon, Benziger, Imagery, AVA Grace, 7 Deadly and more. We are dedicated to our culture built on values like entrepreneurialism, innovation, social responsibility and stewardship. To learn about us and our career opportunities, check us out at www.thewinegroup.com and then come join the exciting journey at The Wine Group.

TWG Loxton, the Australian operation of The Wine Group—one of the world’s largest wine companies—is located along the scenic River Murray. Our winery is a highly regarded production facility focused on producing and exporting wine globally.

With the 2027 Vintage season fast approaching, we’re looking for enthusiastic and hardworking – experienced Vintage Cellar Hands to join our team! This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the wine industry, whether you're new to the field or looking to build on existing skills.

Key Details:

• Location: Loxton, Riverland
• Start Date: Mid-January 2027
• Duration: 10-12 weeks (seasonal role)

What You’ll Do:

• Grape receival, crushing, racking, blending and wine transfers
• Operating key winery equipment
• General cellar housekeeping duties

What We’re Looking For:

• Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors and at heights
• Motivated with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Team player who can also work independently
• Shift-based availability across a rotating 3-shift roster (additional hours may be required)
• All licences - Drivers, Forklift, HR/MR licence (would be amazing)

This position requires 6 months or more, working in a winery cellar

Essential Requirements:

• Full working rights (Visa holders welcome; valid until end of April 2027)
• Ability to follow instructions from Leading Hands and Supervisors
• Adherence to Safe Operating Procedures (SOPs) and completion of all documentation accurately

Successful candidates will embody TWG’s Core Values: Long-Term Sustainable Value Creation, Relentlessly Entrepreneurial, Empowered People, Responsible and Trustworthy, while adhering to safety, quality, and environmental standards.

At The Wine Group, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to an environment of mutual respect, diversity and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristic protected by law.