NZW is a dynamic, multi-regional wine processing company who provide the winemaking services for a select number of super premium New Zealand and International wine companies.

Harvest Crew 2026 – Marlborough

We are currently recruiting for our 2026 Harvest Crew. Processing premium grapes from multiple regions and multiple varieties on behalf of our Clients, you will join a large sized winery in a hands-on role in Cellar operations.

We have positions available as follows:

Experienced Cellar Hands (40 required)

• More than 1 vintage experience (no formal training required)
• Pay rate between $29.70 - $33.00 per hour.
• Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Perform routine tasks in the cellar and operate winery machinery. These tasks include grape receival and processing, general juice additions and transfers, barrel filling, racking, floatation, and lees processing of juices.

• Supervisory experience desirable

Cellar Hands (40 required)

• No experience required.
• Pay rate between $25.70 - $29.70 per hour.
• Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Perform routine tasks in the cellar and operate winery machinery. These tasks include grape receival and processing, general juice additions and transfers, barrel filling, racking, floatation, and lees processing of juices.

Lab Technician (2 required)

• No experience required.
• Pay rate between $25.70 - $29.70 per hour.
• Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Perform routine laboratory tasks which include collection of samples and analysis of juices.

Key attributes for all positions will include:

• Excellent time management skills
• Strong work ethic.
• Attention to detail.
• The right attitude, lots of enthusiasm, and energy
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Good command of the English language
• Compliance with quality, hygiene, and safety

All jobs will commence in late February/early March for a period of between 6 - 16 weeks. During the vintage peak, staff will be expected to work a 12-hour shift, 6 days per week. If applying for any jobs under the Accredited Employer Special Purpose Work Visa scheme, you must have at least 4 months relevant work experience

We offer a great team environment, fabulous vintage meals (when 12hr shifts are operating), daily snacks, and a big Vintage party once all the grapes are harvested. As well we have:

• Extensive in-house training in all aspects of your job.
• Help with finding accommodation
• Transport to work (available on request)
• Personal protective equipment
• Information pack to help you with your stay in Blenheim.