Vintage Cellar Hand - Trius Winery

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At Andrew Peller Limited (APL), our mission is to be Canada’s #1 branded wine and
craft beverage company by delivering the perfect brand experience for every
lifestyle and occasion. Through our commitment to excellence, honouring our
roots, owning it, fostering belonging and driving to succeed, we inspire teammates to be extraordinary every day.

Who We Are
We are one of Canada's largest and oldest wine companies with a rich heritage in quality winemaking.
We produce some of Canada's most recognized brands and offer our teammates a challenging and rewarding employment experience.

We are currently seeking Vintage Cellar Hands to help us through the exciting and fast-paced 2026 Harvest season. As part of our 2026 Harvest team, you'll have the opportunity to work across our two production facilities, processing approximately 2500 tonnes of grapes. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team for an exciting and hands-on experience in premium wine production. These roles are based out of Trius Estate Winery and Thirty Bench Winemakers, located in the Niagara, Ontario.

Position Overview:
As a Vintage Cellar Hand, you will be part of our dynamic harvest team at Trius Winery. This is a seasonal role that requires full availability for 6 days a week, working 8 hours/day (12 at peak harvest) on day or night shifts. The Harvest season runs from late August to mid-November, with actual dates to be confirmed. The role requires availability for a Day or Night shift for the duration of the harvest. During this time, you will assist in various tasks across the Crush Pad, Cellars, and Barrel Cellar.

The Role:

• Operate equipment on the Crush Pad and in the Cellars to press grapes and clarify juice.
• Make material additions to juice/wine blends.
• Racking, transferring, and blending wine/juice.
• Perform Punch Downs, Pump Overs, Barrel Work, and Fermentation Monitoring.
• Clean and sanitize process equipment to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.

The Opportunity:

• Hourly rate – $20.20 - 22.55 depending on experience
• Employee gift card each month to use at our restaurants and retail stores.
• Training on cellar equipment and technical aspects of harvest work.
• Learn about premium, small-batch wine production from experienced winemakers.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to development seminars and a Learning Library with over 30,000 available courses.
• Work in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment!

Requirements:

• Previous vineyard or harvest experience is an asset.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload efficiently.
• Basic understanding of premium wine production and wine analysis.
• Strong commitment to quality, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain an organized workplace.
• Good problem-solving abilities, dependable, and hands-on.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work safely with co-workers.
• Ability to lift in excess of 22 kg (48lbs) regularly.
• Staff housing and transportation are available and offered as a taxable benefit for international employees. A working holiday Visa is the most successful method for international applicants. International applicants should look into the requirements for working in Canada and begin the Visa application process as soon as possible.

How to Apply:
If you’re eager to join a passionate team at Trius Winery and gain hands-on experience in premium wine production, we want to hear from you! Apply now for a chance to be part of our exciting 2026 harvest season.
Andrew Peller Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

We are conducting an internal and external search simultaneously. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Accommodation:
Andrew Peller Limited is committed to meeting the needs of persons with temporary and/or permanent disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We are happy to discuss any need for accommodation in the workplace and will make an effort to meet those needs in a timely manner by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility in the areas of information, communications, and employment. If you require an accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please email people.culture@andrewpeller.com

Equal Opportunity Employment:
At Andrew Peller Limited, we are committed to creating and celebrating a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring every person has a right to equal treatment with respect to employment without discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability.

This role is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.