About the role

This is a hands-on role for someone who's happiest on the tools. You'll run the bottling line day to day — operating the filler, corker/capper and labeller, handling changeovers between wine runs, and fixing the mechanical hiccups that come with any production line before they turn into downtime. You'll also hold a current forklift licence and help move stock around the winery.

Key responsibilities

• Set up, run and adjust the bottling and labelling line for each production run

• Diagnose and fix mechanical faults and stoppages on the spot — jams, misfeeds, sensor and alignment issues

• Carry out changeovers between wine varieties and formats, plus routine cleaning and basic servicing

• Check fill levels, seals, labels and packaging as bottles come off the line

• Operate a forklift to move stock, load/unload materials and support production logistics

About you

• Mechanical aptitude — you can spot what's wrong with a machine and fix it, not just report it

• Experience on a bottling, packaging or similar production line (highly regarded, not essential)

• A current forklift licence, or willingness to obtain one

• Good physical fitness — this role involves regular lifting, standing and being on your feet

• A full driver's licence and reliable transport

• Based in, or able to commute reliably to, West Auckland

About us

Soljans Estate Winery is a proudly family-owned winery based in West Auckland, with a long-standing reputation for quality wine and a close-knit, hands-on team.