Peter Lehmann Wines Vintage 2027 Laboratory Assistant

Casella Family Brands; Tanunda; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Casella Family Brands in Tanunda, Barossa Valley, Australia, invites you to join our Vintage Laboratory team for the 2027 grape harvest. This seasonal role offers hands-on sampling and analysis within a vibrant winemaking environment.

Ideal for science-minded applicants with a willingness to learn; you’ll support winemaking by performing routine tests, working weekends, and engaging with a diverse team in one of Australia’s iconic wine regions.

Qualifications

• Physically fit and ready to roll up your sleeves.
• Willingness to learn and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work well with others in a small team environment.

Responsibilities

• Routine sampling and analysis of tanks.
• Testing grape samples.
• Monitoring wine and ferments for parameters including Baume, Temperature, pH, TA, Alcohol, SO2, Potential Alcohol, Turbidity and Stability.

Skills

Physically fit

Attention to detail

Team player

Basic science background

Job description

Join our vintage Laboratory team inTanunda, Barossa Valleyfor the2027 grape harvest!

Each year, we welcome enthusiastic people from across Australia and around the world to be part of this exciting seasonal experience in one of Australia’s most iconic wine regions.

We’re seekingVintage Laboratory Assistantsto support our winemaking team with routine sampling and analysis throughout the vintage period. This is a fantastic opportunity for those with a science background or an interest in wine production.

As a Vintage Laboratory Assistant, you’ll be involved in:

• Routine sampling and analysis of tanks
• Testing grape samples
• Monitoring wine and ferments for parameters including Baume, Temperature, pH, TA (Titratable Acidity), Alcohol, SO2, Potential Alcohol, Turbidity and Heat and Cold Stability.

No experience? No worries!
We value a great attitude, willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic. These positions do require excellent attention to detail and the ability to work well with others in a small team environment.

What you’ll need:

• Physically fit and ready to roll up your sleeves
• Able to work shifts and weekends
• Your own reliable transport
• Available for the full vintage period (End of January to April 2027)
• At least 18 years old by 31 January 2027

Nice to have:

• Previous experience in a laboratory environment
• Previous winery experience

What’s in it for you?

• Great pay and conditions
• Work with a fun, diverse team
• Learn new skills in a fast-paced winery environment
• Make friends from around the world
• Explore the beautiful Barossa Valley during your time off

Important info:

• All successful applicants will complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing
• Interviews will be held inTanunda, SAin October 2026. If you're not local, we’ll arrange a video interview