Permanent Cellar Hand

We currently seeking a Permanent Cellar Hand to support their Production team in crafting award-winning wines.

As a Cellar Hand, you will play a key role in supporting high-quality sparkling wine production, working closely with the Cellar Supervisor, Master Cellar Hand and Winemakers. This hands-on position is ideal for someone with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a genuine passion for the wine industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out day-to-day cellar operations involving wine tanks and bottle stock

• Operating the disgorging line when required, acting as deputy to the Senior Cellar Hand

• Assisting with the training of junior team members and new starters

• Operating key equipment such as filters and heat exchanger

• Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment at all times

• Working within established standard operating procedures and risk assessments

Requirements:

• Experience in a similar cellar hand role, harvest experience, or a relevant qualification such as a degree in Viticulture and Oenology

• Previous winery production experience is preferred, although food or drink production experience will also be considered

• Must have access to own transport due to the rural location of the winery

• Physically capable of lifting weights up to 20kg

• Willingness to work additional hours during the busy harvest season

• Strong numeracy and literacy skills

• Ability to complete checking reports accurately

• Positive, can-do attitude and team player

• Keen attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely

If you’re looking to be part of a passionate and professional winemaking team with a strong reputation for quality and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

Please click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.

Harris Lord is acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Cellar Hand, Wine Production, Bottling, Food Production, Viticulture, Oenology, Manufacturing, Racking, Transferring, Pressing, Forklift, Forklift Licence