Vintage Laboratory Technician

Vinarchy; Marlborough; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global wine company based in Marlborough is seeking a Lab Technician to perform daily analysis on grape juice and wine. The ideal candidate should have lab work experience or a background in science. You will work within a small team, providing timely support to the winemaking team. This position offers unique staff benefits and requires availability for extended hours during vintage.

Benefits

Staff wine allowance

Access to online learning library

Annual Flu Vaccination Program

Employee Assistance Program

Exclusive discounts with national retailers

Qualifications

• Experience in winery lab work is preferred, but science background is acceptable.
• Candidates must communicate well and collaborate effectively in a small team.
• Availability for extended hours during vintage periods is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily analysis on grape juice and wine.
• Support the winemaking team with timely and accurate results.

Skills

Wine production understanding

Lab work familiarity

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree/qualification in wine production

Job description

Overview

Enrich Your Everyday Vinarchy. Redefining Wine. Established in 2025 from the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Wines, Vinarchy is an exceptional global wine company committed to redefining wine.

This role involves daily analysis and lab work using some of the latest technology and high-spec equipment available in the industry. We provide the winemaking team with accurate and timely analysis on grape juice and wine.

Responsibilities

Provide accurate and timely analysis on grape juice and wine to support the winemaking team.

Qualifications

• Ideally, you would have some winery lab experience, but you may come to us with a science background.
• Familiar with lab work or have done aspects of lab work in a winery cellar hand role.
• Good communication skills
• Able to work within a small team environment
• Available for extended hours over vintage
• Degree/qualification within wine production desirable

Benefits

• Staff wine allowance and access to unique wine specials
• Access to an extensive online learning library
• Annual Flu Vaccination Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Exclusive employee discounts with national retailers

Application Details

Applications will close Friday 31st October, so please apply prior to this date in order to be considered for an opportunity with us with roles commencing in January 2026.

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At Vinarchy, we are dedicated to building a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture. Prospective candidates will be required to provide proof of legal work rights and undertake relevant pre-employment screening to verify eligibility and suitability.