As a Wine Industry Worker, you’ll be involved in various aspects of wine production, from vineyard management to cellar operations. You’ll work in diverse environments, from sprawling vineyards to state-of-the-art wineries. In this role, you will assist in tasks related to grape cultivation, harvesting, fermentation, and wine aging. Your understanding of viticulture practices and winemaking processes will be crucial in contributing to the production of quality wines.
In this position, your duties may vary with the seasons. During the growing season, you might be involved in vineyard tasks such as pruning, tying vines, leaf pulling, and monitoring for pests and diseases. Come harvest time, you’ll assist in grape picking and sorting, ensuring only the best quality fruit makes it to the winery. In the cellar, you’ll help with crush operations, managing fermentation tanks, and conducting pump-overs or punch-downs.
You’ll also be involved in wine transfers, barrel work, and general cellar maintenance, including rigorous cleaning and sanitising of equipment. Furthermore, as a Wine Industry Worker, you’ll play a supporting role in quality control and wine development. You may assist in collecting grape samples for analysis or help conduct basic wine tests under the guidance of the winemaker. You’ll need to accurately record various data points throughout the winemaking process, contributing to the traceability and consistency of wine production. Depending on the winery’s size and structure, you might also be involved in bottling operations or assisting with wine tastings.
Your role will require physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a team. Your passion for wine, willingness to learn, and respect for the craft of winemaking will be essential as you contribute to creating wines that capture the essence of the vineyard and delight wine enthusiasts.