Good Drinks Australia Who We Are Good Drinks Australia is one of the country's largest independent craft beverage companies and home to iconic brands including Gage Roads Brew Co and Matso's. From our Palmyra production brewery we produce award winning beers enjoyed across the country. Our brewing team is built on passion, craftsmanship and a strong culture of mentoring. Many of our brewers began their careers as trainees and have gone on to become some of the most respected brewers in Australia. This role is designed for people who genuinely want to build a career in brewing. The Role We are looking for a Trainee Brewer to join our production team. This is your entry point into a real brewing career — you'll be trained across the entire brewing process through a structured development pathway, working within a team of four brewers on shift, led by an experienced Team Leader who will provide day-to-day mentoring. The Training Program You'll progress through all key stages of brewing: Hygiene and sanitation systems Cellaring and fermentation management Wort production in the brewhouse Filtration and beer preparation for packaging Alongside hands-on floor training, you'll complete formal industry education through the Chartered Institute of Brewers and Distillers (CIBD) — a recognised qualification that will follow your career. This is a hands-on manufacturing role in a fast-paced production environment. It requires physical work, attention to detail and a genuine commitment to learning. Roster The shift structure is worth understanding before you apply: 12 hour shifts Rotating days and nights Sunday night through to Friday Equal rotation across a three week roster Flexibility and reliability are essential. What We're Looking For We are looking for people with the attitude and drive to become brewers. Essential: Genuine passion for beer and brewing Strong work ethic and willingness to learn Desire to build a long-term career in brewing Attention to detail and pride in your work Ability to work effectively in a close-knit team Physical capability to perform manual tasks in a production environment Advantageous: Basic understanding of brewing or beer styles Previous experience in food, beverage or manufacturing environments Forklift licence OHS training The Good Stuff Gage Bucks — beer money allocated throughout the year Staff discounts on merch, food and drink at our hospitality venues Access to our Employee Assistance Program Invites to events through our industry, sporting and entertainment partnerships A Note to Applicants The strongest applications come from people who truly want to become brewers. In your cover letter, tell us why brewing interests you and what you enjoy about beer. No formal brewing experience is required. We're looking for attitude, curiosity and commitment. If that's you, we'd love to hear from you!
