Assistant Winemaker - Kate Hill Wines | Huon Valley, Tasmania

Kate Hill Wines is a family-owned winery nestled in the picturesque Huon Valley, just outside Huonville. Since 2008, we have built a reputation for producing premium cool-climate wines through a philosophy of minimal intervention, meticulous attention to detail, and an unwavering commitment to quality. Working with fruit from our own vineyards and carefully selected growers across Southern Tasmania, we produce sparkling and table wines in small batches, with every stage of the winemaking process completed onsite—from grape to bottle. With exciting plans for vineyard expansion, this is an outstanding time to join our growing business.

The Opportunity

We're looking for an enthusiastic and capable Assistant Winemaker who enjoys being hands-on and takes pride in crafting exceptional wines. Working alongside our Winemaker, Kate Hill, you'll play a key role across all aspects of production in our boutique 70-tonne winery. This is a varied role offering genuine responsibility, autonomy and the opportunity to further develop your winemaking career in a quality-focused environment. No two days are the same, and you'll be involved in everything from vintage operations through to bottling, filtration, cellar management and continuous improvement of winery processes.

About You

You are passionate about premium wine and enjoy working in a collaborative, small-team environment where everyone contributes. Ideally, you'll bring:

• A qualification (or currently studying) in Oenology, Viticulture or a related discipline.


• At least three vintages of practical winery experience (preferred).


• Experience operating winery equipment, including filtration and bottling systems.


• A genuine commitment to producing wines of the highest quality.


• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.


• The ability to work both independently and as part of a close-knit team.


• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.


• The confidence to supervise staff, organise workflows and delegate tasks when required.


• A commitment to maintaining a safe, clean and efficient workplace.


• A current Australian Driver Licence.


• A current Forklift Licence (essential).


• A First Aid Certificate (desirable).


• The physical capacity to undertake winery duties, including working around sulphur dioxide (SO₂).

During vintage, you'll be happy to roll up your sleeves and work flexible hours to help deliver an outstanding harvest.

Why Join Kate Hill Wines?

This is more than just another cellar role.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Be part of a respected, family-owned Tasmanian winery.


• Work with premium cool-climate fruit from some of Tasmania's best vineyards.


• Be involved in every stage of the winemaking process.


• Develop your skills in a boutique winery where your ideas and contributions matter.


• Enjoy the lifestyle of Tasmania's beautiful Huon Valley.


• Benefit from flexible working arrangements where possible.


• Join a passionate, supportive team committed to excellence.

A competitive salary package will be negotiated based on your experience and qualifications.

How to Apply

If you're passionate about producing exceptional wine and are looking for an opportunity to grow your career with an ambitious boutique winery, we'd love to hear from you.

The successful applicant will commence as soon as mutually convenient.

Please submit your CV together with a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria by Monday 10 August 2026.

You may also like to include a three minute video about yourself and why you are applying.

Applicants must be Australian citizens, permanent residents, or hold a valid Australian work visa.

Kate Hill
101 Glen Road
Huonville TAS 7109
Australia

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