Laboratory Technician
An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced Laboratory Technician to support to our Laboratory Manager at Tyrrell’s – one of Australia’s most iconic family-owned wine producers.
- Permanent full-time position
- Tight knit, welcoming family business
- Unique opportunity to work in the wine industry
About the role
Based at our picturesque Pokolbin winery, the Laboratory Technician will work closely with the Laboratory Manager to ensure the efficient day-to-day operation of our onsite laboratory. This role is an integral part of our winemaking team and plays a key role in maintaining quality and consistency across all stages of production.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Conduct routine laboratory analyses on wine and juice at all stages of production.
· Preparation and standardise accurate standards and reagents for routine analysis.
· Calibration, maintain, and care for laboratory equipment.
· Sampling and analyse wine and juice during the vintage period, including nitrogen levels and yeast cell counts on primary ferments.
· Record all analysis results promptly and accurately.
· Maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory databases.
· Assist in establishing and maintaining work procedures in accordance with the company Quality System.
· Ensure the laboratory is kept clean and well organized at all times.
· Comply with Company Work Health & Safety (WHS) requirement at all times
The successful candidate will possess
· Minimum 5 years experience in Industrial Chemistry
· Practical experience in Quality Assurance (preferred)
· Familiarity with third-party certification processes (eg. NATA, ISO-9000)
· Strong computer literacy and data management skills
· Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and departments
· A proactive, detailed-orientated approach with strong organisational skills
What’s in it for you
· A rare opportunity to work with one of the world’s most prestigious wine producers
· A supportive, family-orientated work environment
· Competitive salary package
If you meet the above requirements and are ready for your exciting new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now by emailing your cover letter and current CV to careers@tyrrells.com.au
