Maintenance Fitter

Enrich Your Everyday

At Vinarchy, we're redefining wine for a new generation. Formed through the merger of Accolade Wines and Pernod Ricard Winemakers, we're one of the world's largest dedicated wine companies, bringing together iconic brands, exceptional people, and a bold vision for the future.

From grape to glass, we manage every stage of the winemaking journey across Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Italy, South Africa, Chile, and the United States. Our portfolio includes globally recognised brands such as Jacob's Creek, Hardys, Campo Viejo, Grant Burge, St Hugo, St Hallett, Petaluma, Brancott Estate, Stoneleigh, Mud House, and Jam Shed.

We're now seeking a skilled Winery Maintenance Fitter to join our team and play a critical role in keeping our winery operations running safely, efficiently, and reliably.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Maintenance Team, you'll be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and improving winery equipment and mechanical systems to ensure maximum reliability and minimal downtime. This is a hands-on role suited to a proactive tradesperson who enjoys troubleshooting, solving problems, and working in a fast-paced production environment.

What You'll Do

• Carry out preventative and breakdown maintenance across winery equipment and systems


• Diagnose and repair faults on pumps, presses, filtration systems, conveyors, tanks, and associated equipment


• Maintain and troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems


• Support the installation, commissioning, and optimisation of new equipment


• Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimise production disruption


• Work closely with winery and production teams to identify and implement improvement opportunities


• Maintain maintenance records and update activities within the CMMS system


• Manage and monitor spare parts inventory requirements


• Support general facility maintenance activities as required


• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with food safety, environmental, and quality standards


• Contribute to continuous improvement and preventative maintenance programs

About You

You are a qualified tradesperson with strong fault-finding capabilities and a commitment to safety, reliability, and teamwork.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Trade qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (Certificate III or equivalent)


• Experience in a winery, food and beverage manufacturing, or industrial processing environment


• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and fault-finding skills


• Experience working with pumps, conveyors, pneumatic and hydraulic systems


• Forklift licence (or willingness to obtain)


• Understanding of lockout/tagout procedures


• Knowledge of working at heights, confined space, and hot work requirements


• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team


• Strong communication and organisational skills

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience with preventative maintenance systems and CMMS software


• Continuous improvement mindset


• Ability to prioritise competing tasks in a dynamic operational environment


• Previous experience supporting operations during vintage or seasonal production periods

Additional Requirements

• Participation in a 24-hour roster during vintage


• Shift work as required


• Manual handling activities


• Working at heights


• Confined space work


• Exposure to hazardous substances

Why Join Vinarchy?

At Vinarchy, you'll be part of a global business with local heart. We offer the opportunity to work with industry-leading brands, modern winemaking operations, and a team passionate about shaping the future of wine.

Guided by our values, we:

• Grow Together


• Integrity in Every Drop


• Own Your Impact


• Simplify to Amplify

If you're a motivated Maintenance Fitter looking to make your mark in a world-class winery operation, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help keep our wines flowing from grape to glass.