Vintage Laboratory Technician, Marlborough Winery

Delegat has earned a reputation as one of New Zealand's leading winemakers achieving global success with our Oyster Bay brand.  We focus exclusively on making the world's most sought-after Super-Premium wines and have invested in modern technology and facilities. Delegat Marlborough winery is a large and modern facility with a 40,000-tonne capacity and focuses primarily on Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir varieties which are all harvested locally.

The opportunity

We are seeking dynamic and motivated people to join our team for a truly rewarding vintage experience.

Our Vintage Laboratory Technicians work in a fast-paced environment and are responsible for the accurate analysis and quality testing of our world class wines, consistent with industry best practices.

Employment would commence February 2026 through mid-April 2026, for some people this would be extended to May / June 2026. Peak harvest operations will involve 12 hours per day, six days per week. We also guarantee a minimum of 30 hours a week before and after the harvest period.

About you

• You thrive in a team environment
• You have strong attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills.
• You have a self-starting attitude with the energy, motivation, and stamina required to be effective in a dynamic and demanding environment.
• You have previous laboratory experience or are interested in gaining experience in the wine industry.

Our offer

We support our vintage team by providing competitive pay rates, thorough in-house training, daily transport to and from the winery, personal protective equipment, and vintage meals.

If you have the energy and passion to make a positive contribution to one of New Zealand's most successful and exciting wine companies, please apply.