Grade 2-4 Cellar Hand, Coonawarra, South Australia - Leconfield Wines
Leconfield Wines
Coonawarra, SA 5263
Australia
Job Start Date
13/01/2025
Application Closing Date
24/01/2025
Qualifications Required
No
Work Schedule
VINTAGE / HARVEST
Job Description
Family-owned Leconfield Wines produces premium red, white and sparkling wines, primarily from our own vineyards in Coonawarra and McLaren Vale.
We are looking for a cellar hand, preferably with previous vintage experience, to work with all facets of cellar work with our small, close team in Coonawarra. Initially this will be a vintage position but will lead to a full-time position for the right person. Ideally, the person will be available to commence work in mid-January to gain experience with our current cellar person.
A licence and competency in forklift driving will be an advantage.
Key tasks:
- Grape receival and processing
- Operating the crusher and press
- Wine racking and transfers
- Fermenter management
- Barrel filling and emptying
- Cellar hygiene and maintenance
- Filtration
Job Requirements
- Friendly, cheerful and a positive attitude to work independently in our close-knit team
- Reliable, trustworthy and energetic, with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Good level of fitness and the ability to work at times in an outdoor environment
- Self-motivated, proactive, the ability to preempt and solve issues and work autonomously
- Mechanical aptitude
- Take pride in your work and lead by example, maintaining a high standard of quality and hygiene
- Understanding and commitment to safe work practices
- Own reliable transport and accommodation.
- Applicants that show accommodation arrangements are in place will be highly regarded
- A valid working visa or Australian residency is essential for this role
Please forward a copy of your CV and a brief cover letter via email using the 'Apply for Job' link.
Employer Contact Information
Leconfield Wines
PO Box 14
Coonawarra
SA
5263
Australia
Leconfield is a family owned wine business with vineyards in Coonawarra and McLaren Vale specializing in premium red, white and sparkling wines . Winemaking is at our Coonawarra Winery.