Overview
House of Arras/Handpicked Wines is a medium sized winery in Tasmania focused on producing high quality sparkling and table wines from premium hand-picked fruit. The winery sources fruit from across Tasmania, including the Derwent Valley, East Coast, Coal Valley and Tamar Valley, and is located approximately 35 minutes north of Launceston in the Pipers River region.
We are seeking suitably qualified persons to apply for the positions of Vintage Cellarhand and Vintage Laboratory Assistant for the 2026 vintage. Successful applicants will commence in mid to late February, with the first fruit typically arriving during the first week of March, and the assignment extending for approximately 8 to 10 weeks depending on seasonal conditions. Please forward your application and CV, clearly marked "Vintage Cellarhand" or "Vintage Laboratory Assistant", via email using the APPLY NOW link above. House of Arras/Handpicked Wines is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Requirements
Previous winery experience of at least 2 vintages.
Possess a full range of cellar skills.
A passion for premium quality wine.
Enthusiastic and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
Can work autonomously as well as in a team setting.
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
A level of fitness to cope with the physical nature/demands of the position.
Driver's licence and current Australian forklift licence are preferable.
Capability to provide own transport to and from winery during harvest.
Flexibility to work outside of normal office hours as essential.
A commitment to Work Health & Safety, Hygiene & Housekeeping, Environmental Standards and Food Safety principles.
Vintage Cellarhand – Key duties and responsibilities
Carry out vintage operations, including: fruit receival, press operation, tanker loading, racking, red and white fermentation management, barrel work and general additions.
Cleaning and sanitation of barrels and all wine equipment.
Keeping the workplace neat and tidy at all times.
Ensure cellar operations are recorded and completed in an appropriate and timely manner.
Vintage Laboratory Assistant – Key duties and responsibilities
Undertake analysis of all juices and wines, including: fruit maturities, sulphur aspiration, pH/TA titration, enzymatic analysis using spectrophotometer, fining trial setup, daily monitoring of ferments.
Undertake data entry and assist with transcription and checking of analysis.
Assist with maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment.
Maintain general housekeeping and cleanliness of the laboratory and cellar.
Assist with cellar operations when required.
Accommodation and Work Schedule
For accommodation, the winery is 20 minutes drive from the nearby towns of Georgetown/Low Head and Bridport, and 35 minutes to Launceston. Successful applicants will need to organise their own accommodation and transport to the winery. During the vintage period, the winery will run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with vintage staff working up to 6 x 12-hour shifts per week.
Remuneration
Remuneration is in line with the Australian Wine Award. Please note these roles do not count towards the 88 days of regional farm work for Working Holiday visa holders.
Employer Contact Information
DMG Fine Wine
Level 33, 31 Market Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia
Handpicked Wines is an Australian wine producer with a unique business model. Unlike most wineries, we do not limit ourselves to one region or style. Instead, we 'hand pick' the world's best regions and varietals to make wines with a supreme sense of place. Our winemakers travel the world to ensure we produce the highest quality grapes from each region.
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📌 2026 Vintage Cellarhands And Laboratory Assistants - House Of Arras/Handpicked Wines Tasmania
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