Cellar Hand

Established in 1994, Wither Hills (Lion) is dedicated to the philosophy that exceptional wines are 'created in the vineyard'. Named after the landmark Wither Hills range that borders our vineyards, our expert team grow and craft exceptional wines that reflect our unique sense of place. At Wither Hills we are passionate about providing an enjoyable working and learning environment for all our team!   

We are looking for an enthusiastic Cellar Hand to join our friendly and dedicated winery team. This is a full-time permanent position at the Wither Hills winery, conveniently located close to Blenheim, in Marlborough. This role participates actively in all aspects of daily operations in the winery and offers potential for growth and development.
 

About you

• Cellar Hand experience preferable but not essential
• Enthusiastic and motivated, with a willingness to learn
• A positive mindset, strong work ethic, and a team player
• Strong practical and technical ability and good learning agility; being open to new ideas
• The ability to be flexible and versatile in the face of changing priorities
• Organised and eager to maintain a tidy work environment
• Interested in training and supporting new staff members, particularly during harvest
• Forklift experience an advantage but not essential
• Ability to work flexible and longer work hours such as nights and/or weekends during the harvest period
• You will be a New Zealand resident or be legally entitled to work in New Zealand on a permanent basis, this role is not suitable for working holiday or sponsorship visas

What we offer

• Comprehensive training to support you in your role, both in-house and external
• A warm environment where we are passionate about your safety and wellbeing
• Annual product allowance
• A great learning environment with opportunities for you to reach your full potential
• Flexible working environment (also known as Lion Flex)
• Lion provides the opportunity to do two days volunteering within the community
• A fully funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A commitment to creating a diverse, fair and inclusive culture where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can be themselves at work
• Ongoing commitment to sustainability (Environment, social and governance), and opportunities to be involved in supporting this. For example we are a major supporter of the Graeme Dingle Foundation locally

If you want to be part of our outgoing and friendly team in a stimulating environment and are keen to make a positive contribution please apply.