Vintage 2018 (casual roles)
Job No:
91848
Location:
The Barossa, SA
- Join Yalumba, Australia's oldest family owned winery
- Competitive hourly rate + overtime
- Fantastic working environment within the beautiful Barossa
About the Organisation
Established in 1849 and led by fifth-generation Chairman Robert Hill-Smith, Yalumba stands proud. It is dedicated to remaining under family ownership for the sixth generation to nurture; committed to crafting wines of conviction, quality and provenance. A timeless expression of its place within this world, the place it calls home – Eden Valley, South Australia.
About the Opportunities
For over 167 years, Yalumba has been providing opportunities for local people to join our team for vintage, to learn about winery and wine making operations and to make an important contribution to our wines.
Yalumba now has multiple opportunities for Cellar Hands to join their team based in The Barossa, on a casual basis.
These positions will comprise of 12 hour shifts 6 days a week during the peak of vintage, and will involve indoor and outdoor work. Ideally you will have worked in a cellar, manufacturing or agriculture / horticulture, however this is not essential.
Day to day responsibilities of a Cellar Hand may include (but may not be limited to):
- Crushing and pressing grapes;
- Actively managing the fermentation processes;
- Making additions to the wine; and
- Setting up equipment and transferring wine.
Yalumba is also seeking Laboratory Technicians to join their team on a casual basis, working indoors. These roles will suit either individuals with experience working in a laboratory setting, or school leavers who have excellent attention to detail and an aptitude for chemistry. Day and afternoon shift work and some weekend work will be required.
Both of the above positions require team players who are able to work well with others in order to successfully complete the task at hand. You'll also need to be a self-starter with a great attitude!
Your ability to pick up tasks and learn quickly will be vital to your success, as will your ability to operate in a smart and safe manner. Additionally, basic computer and mathematical skills will come in handy.
Vintage will commence in early January and finish in April. Applicants must be available for the whole of this period.
About the Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience and develop transferable skills.
For your hard work and dedication you'll enjoy a competitive hourly rate and significant overtime.
Full on the job training is provided, making this a great opportunity for recent school leavers, or for candidates with experience who are driven and motivated to take on a new challenge.
If you are excited about the opportunity to develop your skills and experience with one of Australia's most well respected brands, then this is the role for you - Apply Now!
Applications close Monday, 18th September, 2017.