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Careers in Australia’s viticulture and wine sector

The Australian wine sector is vibrant and innovative and needs passionate people from all walks of life.

Whether you’re interested in science, sustainability, sales, logistics or creative pursuits there is something for everyone!


Make an impact

Be part of an industry that values innovation, environmental responsibility and community.


Diverse opportunities

From grape growing and winemaking to marketing, tourism, research and export.


Go global

Australian wine is world-renowned. Your skills and knowledge can take you anywhere in the world.


Collaborative culture

Work in close-knit teams where your ideas and passion matter.


Explore this website and various career options to see how your strengths and interests align with roles in the vineyard, the winery and beyond.

About this careers hub

This is the home of career pathways information for the Australian viticulture and wine sector. We’re offering free resources to support student education about sustainable and operational viticulture, and educational materials to support in-classroom activities. Information on this site is suitable for students under the age of 18.

  • School students

    For school students seeking to explore and understand occupations in the industry, career opportunities and study pathways.

    Learn more

  • Teachers and schools

    For teachers and schools wanting to incorporate viticulture and wine science topics into their classrooms or looking to connect with industry for incursions and excursions.

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  • Parents and career advisors

    For parents, career advisors, individuals in the industry and others talking about career pathways.

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Shape your future

  • Vineyard landscape Yeringberg, Yarra Valley

    Make an impact

    Join an industry that champions innovation, environmental responsibility and community.

  • Grenache grapes Plantings at Adelaide Botanic Gardens

    Diverse opportunities

    Explore careers in grape growing, winemaking, science, marketing, tourism, research, export and more.

  • Christ the Redeemer statue in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

    Go global

    Australian wine is renowned worldwide. Your skills and expertise can take you anywhere.

  • 107136 Katherine Brown King Valley Brown Brothers

    Collaborative culture

    Work in close-knit teams where your ideas, expertise and passion make a difference.

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About our sector

Watch the videos and explore resources to learn more about the Australian wine sector.

About our Sector
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Explore careers

Experience the immersive virtual tour A day in the life of a wine grape. Choose your own adventure and learn about careers and people.


Explore Careers
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Study and learn

Find out about schools, post-school pathways, scholarships and permanent and seasonal jobs across the Australian wine industry.

Study and Learn
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For schools and teachers

Use in-classroom resources, activities, and lessons plans linked to the Australian curriculum. Connect with industry for incursions or excursions.

For Schools
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For industry

Resources and support for you to connect with the education system.

For Industry
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Adam Schiller

"I studied a school-based apprenticeship in operational viticulture. In year 11, I did four days at school and one at work and then in year 12 jumped into four days at work and one at school."

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