Vintage Cellar Operator

Vinarchy group.; Barossa; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rewards package

Staff wine allowance + specials

World-class winemaking team

Real production experience

Job summary

Vinarchy is sourcing casual positions for the 2027 Vintage season in Rowland Flat, South Australia. This dynamic, hands-on winery work places you with a team that thrives on effort, safety and memorable experiences in a fast-paced environment.

Roles cover pressing, grape receival, pump-overs, barrel tasks and data logging, with training provided. Candidates must have working rights, be physically fit, and able to work outdoors across a 6-day week.

Qualifications

• Full working rights — visa holders welcome.
• Physical fitness to undertake manual tasks.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces (training provided).
• Willingness to work long shifts across a 6-day working week.
• Previous vintage experience is great — but not essential. We train well.

Responsibilities

• Operating presses, crushers, pumps and other winery equipment.
• Grape receival, crushing and juice/wine transfers.
• Performing pump overs, rack and returns, additions and fermentation support.
• Barrel work — filling, emptying, topping and cleaning.
• Recording data on log sheets and cellar notes.

Job description

Enrich Your Everyday

Vinarchy. Redefining Wine.

Vinarchy is a global wine company committed to redefining what wine can be. We craft extraordinary wines across Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Italy, South Africa, Chile and the United States and share them with the world.

We’re relentlessly innovative, ambitious and imaginative at every stage from grape to glass. And vintage is where the magic begins.

These positions are based in Rowland Flat, South Australia

About The Role

We’re gearing up for our 2027 Vintage season, and the excitement is already building. This is your chance to join a crew that works hard, laughs often, makes great wine and even better memories.

Vintage is dynamic, intense, rewarding and absolutely one‑of‑a‑kind, and we want a great team beside us to make it unforgettable.

These casual roles kick off in early to mid‑January and run right through the vintage period. It’s fast‑paced, hands‑on, physical work, and you’ll be right in the thick of the action that turns grapes into wine.

Depending on your experience, you may be involved in:

• Operating presses, crushers, pumps and other winery equipment

• Grape receival, crushing and juice/wine transfers

• Performing pump overs, rack and returns, additions and fermentation support

• Barrel work — filling, emptying, topping and cleaning

• Recording data on log sheets and cellar notes

About You

You’re a team‑orientated, passionate individual who thrives under pressure and enjoys getting stuck into hands‑on work.

• Full working rights — visa holders welcome
• Physical fitness to undertake manual tasks
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces (training provided)
• Willingness to work long shifts across a 6‑day working week
• Previous vintage experience is great — but not essential. We train well.

Why You'll Love It!

Vinarchy is a home for passionate people to do their best work. We empower our teams, celebrate success and create unforgettable vintage experiences.

You’ll enjoy:

• Competitive rewards package

• Staff wine allowance + access to unique wine specials

• Working with a world‑class winemaking team

• Real production experience that builds your skills and your career

Make your mark this vintage. Join the team that turns grapes into greatness!

Applications close Wednesday 30th September.

All applicants will be required to undergo a Drug & Alcohol Test, provide proof of legal work rights, and complete relevant pre‑employment screening, including a medical assessment. #LI-DNI