Assistant Winemaker and Winery Production (Wine Jobs: Vineyards & Cellars )

  Artelium Limited (http://www.artelium.com)

  Artelium Wine Estate, Madehurst, West Sussex, BN18 0NJ, England

 

As our Assistant Winemaker and Winery Production, you’ll be a key member of the winery team, supporting both primary and secondary winemaking operations reporting to the Winemaker. You’ll work hands-on throughout the year, contributing to every stage of production.

Primary responsibilities:

·        Winemaking during harvest: grape receival, pressing and fermentation.

·        Carry out cellar operations including racking, blending, stabilising, filtering.

·        Assist with bottling, labelling and packaging of still and sparkling wines.

·        Assist with traditional method sparkling wine production including tirage, secondary fermentation, riddling, disgorging, and dosage trials. 

·        Oversee winery equipment maintenance and coordinate sparkling wine production logistics. 

·        Conduct wine analysis and lab work.

·        Stock control, record keeping, and order dispatch.

·        Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the winery.

·        Implement and refine production systems to support growth. 

·        Maintain rigorous quality control, hygiene, and traceability standards. 

·        Collaborate with vineyard and commercial teams to align production with sales strategy. 

·        Ensure compliance with UK food safety and regulatory requirements. 

Supporting responsibilities:

·        Provide some support the vineyard team during key stages of grape growing.

·        Assist with hospitality, events and customer tastings at the estate.

·        Support vintage planning, seasonal staff supervision and assist in seasonal demand in other areas of the business. 

 

About You

We’re looking for someone enthusiastic, hands-on, and eager to grow their winemaking career in a dynamic, award-winning environment.

·        Must have qualifications in Winemaking (Viticulture and/or Oenology)

·        Passion for crafting world-class wines. 

·        Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.

·        Team player with a positive, can-do attitude.

·        Physically capable of lifting up to 25 kg.

·        Self-motivated; able to work independently and collaboratively.

·        Willingness to learn and continuously improve.

·        Full UK driving licence and access to own transport (essential).

Desirable Experience

·        Previous experience in wine production and harvest (essential)

·        Forklift experience and certification (preferred).

What We Offer

·        Competitive salary and benefits package (DOE)

·        Full training and career development opportunities

·        The chance to join a passionate, growing team producing award-winning English wines

How to Apply

Please email your CV and cover letter to [email protected]

Application deadline: 31 March 2026, Early applications encouraged — interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

 

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