Date: 27 Aug 2026
Location:
AU Berri, SA, Australia
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Job Function: Quality and Compliance
Employment Type:
Enrich Your Everyday
Vinarchy was created in 2025 through the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, bringing together decades of heritage, innovation and global winemaking excellence. Today, Vinarchy is redefining wine, and Berri Estates sits at the heart of that mission.
Berri Estates Winery, located in the Riverland, is the largest grape‑processing winery in the Southern Hemisphere, crushing hundreds of thousands of tonnes each vintage. It’s fast‑paced, hands‑on, and powered by an incredible team. For Vintage 2027, you can be part of it.
Whether you’re a school leaver, backpacker, working holiday maker, or returning for another season, these roles are your gateway into the wine industry - a chance to learn, grow, and experience vintage at scale.
These roles are based at Vinarchy - Berri Estates, Berri - South Australia.
The Role
As a Vintage Laboratory Assistant, you’ll support our winemaking and production teams by collecting, preparing and analysing samples throughout the winemaking process. You’ll work in our NATA‑accredited laboratory, using modern analytical equipment to ensure quality and consistency across every stage of vintage.
This is a shift‑based role, operating on a 24/7 rotating roster during peak periods -including nights, weekends and public holidays. You’ll work both indoors and outdoors, including at heights on 15‑metre catwalks, so flexibility and confidence in varied environments are essential.
You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team, working closely with experienced lab staff, winemakers and cellar teams. Vintage is busy, energetic and incredibly rewarding - no two days look the same.
Key Responsibilities
Collecting and preparing juice and wine samples
Performing basic laboratory analysis
Recording, entering and reporting results accurately
Maintaining laboratory cleanliness and safety
Working at heights (15‑metre catwalks)
Working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
Completing internal training and following SOPs
Working rotating shifts, weekends and additional rostered hours as required
Your Knowledge and Skills
Strong communication skills and emotional intelligence
Basic literacy and numeracy to follow Standard Operating Procedures
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to follow instructions and maintain accuracy under pressure
Physical and Other Requirements
Frequent standing, walking and manual handling
Regular use of stairs to access catwalks
Must have a current driver’s licence
Must have full working rights in Australia
Note: Vinarchy does not fall under eligible categories for 88‑day visa sign‑off
About Vintage 2027
Applications will be processed September–December 2026, with successful applicants commencing January–February 2027. Vintage typically runs for approximately 12 weeks, though timing may vary depending on harvest conditions.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in a global wine business, and for many, it becomes the first step toward a long‑term career in winemaking, laboratory science or production.
Why Join Us?
Work at the largest winery in the Southern Hemisphere
Learn practical lab and production skills
Be part of a global wine company shaping the future of the industry
Make lifelong friends and experience the energy of vintage
Build skills that can lead to ongoing opportunities
If you’re reliable, motivated and ready to be part of a high‑performing team during the most exciting time of the winemaking year, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and join Vinarchy at Berri Estates for Vintage 2027!
