Vintage Laboratory Assistant

About us

At Accolade Wines, our purpose is to enrich everyday moments.  

Our award-winning portfolio includes beloved brands such as Hardys, Grant Burge, St Hallett, Mud House, Jam Shed and many more. Having recently been voted Employer of Choice 2024, we are excited to continue our journey as one of the top wine companies in the world for market share. 

About the role

The driving force behind our business is our people – we have over 1,000 staff across Australia, the UK, Europe, Asia, South Africa, New Zealand and the Americas, and every one of us is passionate about making the ordinary extraordinary through our amazing wines.

The Berri Estates Winery is the largest grape processing winery in the Southern Hemisphere, crushing hundreds of thousands of tonnes each vintage. It is our team that make this possible, a team you can be part of for vintage 2025. Vintage is a fantastic opportunity for those new to the industry to experience and learn the skills for a potential career in the wine industry. 

Our Vintage Laboratory Assistants support the winemaking teams with the collection and analysis of samples throughout the winemaking process. Laboratory Technicians work in our NATA approved laboratory utilising state of the art analysis apparatus.

Key responsibilities

Some of the tasks you may be involved in include;
•    Collection and Preparation of samples
•    Performing laboratory analysis
•    Recording and reporting of results
•    Stock control
•    Laboratory housekeeping
•    Working at heights (15 metre high catwalks)
•    Working inside and outside in all weather conditions 
 

What you'll bring

Whether you are a school leaver, on a working holiday or returning for another vintage these roles could be for you, if you have;

Essential;
•    Full working rights – visa holders included
•    Good communication
•    Literacy and numeracy skills
•    Ability to work rotating shift work (weekends also)

Desirable;
•    Previous wine industry experience
•    Year 12 Chemistry or Laboratory AQF qualifications

Apply before Friday 18 October, for your best chance in gaining a position with Accolade Wines – Berri Estate Winery for vintage 2025 apply now!

Successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical, which includes drug and alcohol testing.

Accolade Wines Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
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Sound like your kind of drop? Apply now.

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