Deadline for applications: Saturday, 13th Dec 2025

Tasmanian Wineworks is a new custom contract winemaking facility located in Launceston, and a dynamic new venture for acclaimed winemaker Jeremy Dineen. Committed to quality and excellence, it will deliver premium, flexible and collaborative winemaking services to producers of all sizes, from emerging brands to established producers – offering custom winemaking for boutique labels, through to efficient solutions for large scale fruit processing and dispatch.

Tasmanian Wineworks already has a committed premium client base ready for operations to begin in February 2026. Designed for staged growth, plans are in place to increase production from 800T to 3000T over the coming years.

Reporting to the Chief Winemaker/CEO, this is a senior role that will be responsible for managing the site, winery operations and the cellar team. The Winemaker will work closely with contract clients to provide proactive support and meet their requirements. The inaugural Winemaker will be the key driver in establishing high-quality and efficient operations, contributing to innovations and continuous improvement.

This is an exciting role for an ambitious winemaker who will have the opportunity to grow alongside the business, with mentorship and professional development support from industry leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all aspects of wine production and the winery team, coordinating work programs and delivering wines to specification and schedule
• Develop and lead a high-performing team, providing training and guidance
• Maintain regular communication with contract winemaking and contract processing clients regarding processing specifications, harvest timing, logistics and progress updates
• Ensure quality control processes are followed and standards are met, protecting the integrity of all wines produced
• Implement and maintain SOPs for winery equipment and production processes
• Manage a safe work environment, ensuring Workplace Health and Safety, environmental, regulatory and policy compliance is adhered to and met
• Ensure accurate and timely updates of bulk wine system and records, from grape receival to laboratory records and bottling
• Manage winery operating costs and budgets
• Provide regular reports on client requirements, operations, progress updates and any issues
• Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement to drive quality and efficiency
• Assist with final stages of winery fit out and commissioning, and next stage of expansion plans, providing recommendations and support
• Develop and oversee a preventative maintenance program
• Provide hands-on operational support, assisting with cellar duties, laboratory analysis and quality control processes as required

Key Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Oenology or equivalent
• 5+ years’ relevant winemaking experience, with exposure to premium wine production, commercial and/or contract winemaking
• Wine sensory and quality assessment experience such as AWAC or show judging
• SWA experience an advantage
• Proficiency in winery software use and record keeping, experience using Vintrace an advantage
• Ability to lead a team and provide technical direction
• Strong technical skills and proficient in production processes and bottling
• Excellent communication skills and a high level of professionalism
• Practical and an ability to adapt to changing requirements
• Organised and developed planning skills
• Focus on quality and attention to detail
• Physically capable of performing operational duties
• Ability to work extended hours when required
• Valid forklift and driver’s licence

To discuss this role or receive a copy of the position description, contact Glenn Thompson at gthompson@winenet.com.au or 0438 308 278.

The Tasmanian wine industry is in a period of significant expansion with total state yield growing by 35% per annum for each of the last two vintages. Additionally, 20% of the total Ha planted in the state are yet to bear fruit. With only 6% of Tasmanian wine currently exported, the future for the state’s premium cool climate Pinot Noir, Sparkling and Chardonnay looks very bright.

Tasmanian Wineworks is a new business co-founded by winemaker Jeremy Dineen and finance professional Martin Rees.

Jeremy Dineen

Jeremy Dineen is an acclaimed Tasmanian winemaker, celebrated for his dedication to crafting pure, expressive wines that reflect the unique terroir of Tasmania. Best known for his long tenure as Chief Winemaker and General Manager at Josef Chromy Wines, Jeremy played a pivotal role in establishing Tasmania as a premier destination for cool-climate wines.  He is co-founder of Haddow + Dineen, a boutique collaboration focused on small-batch, terroir-driven wines and partner in Broad Arrow Wines. Jeremy’s contributions to the wine industry have earned him widespread respect, including a three-time finalist nomination for the Australian Society of Viticulture and Oenology’s Winemaker of the Year. He is also a seasoned wine show judge and active member of industry committees, helping shape the future of Australian winemaking.

Martin Rees

Martin Rees is a prominent businessman with a long history in accounting and business consulting, known for his 20-year tenure as managing partner of KPMG in Launceston. He now serves on various boards, including St Lukes Health and Pets Domain, is Chairman of peak industry body Wine Tasmania, and has provided strategic consulting services to a number of public and private sector clients. His family owns Spikey Bridge Vineyard which produces Broad Arrow Wines and carries a deep connection to Tasmania’s convict heritage and a commitment to crafting wines that reflect the island’s rich history and natural terroir.

About the Facility

The contract winemaking facility located in St Leonards, 10 mins from the Launceston’s centre, will provide local and mainland producers with a range of high-quality wine services including de-juicing and bottling.

The fully equipped winery is designed for staged expansion with plans to increase the initial 800T capacity to 2000T over the next few years.

Currently being fitted out, the facility will commence operations in February 2026 ready for vintage.