Thursday Evenings & Saturdays - Margate, QLD
Optical Retail Assistant – No Optical Experience Needed
Location: Margate, Redcliffe Peninsula
Hours: Thursday evenings + Saturdays (ideal for students)
Dwyer & Ross Optometry has been providing trusted family eye care for over 60 years, helping our patients see and feel their best. We're now looking for a friendly, intelligent and enthusiastic team member to join us in a part-time retail role.
This is a great opportunity for a high school or university student looking for meaningful, flexible work in a professional healthcare environment – with real training and career pathways available for the right person.
No optical experience? No problem. If you bring strong customer service skills, we'll teach you everything you need to know.
What You'll Be Doing
- Welcoming patients and providing a warm, professional front desk experience
- Processing sales, EFTPOS, HICAPS and basic banking transactions
- Assisting customers in selecting frames with confidence and style guidance
- Learning our systems and developing problem-solving skills on the job
- Supporting the team to ensure smooth day-to-day clinic operations
What We're Looking For
- A genuine passion for customer service and helping people
- A bright, curious mind with strong communication skills
- Confidence with basic maths and attention to detail
- An eye for style and interest in fashion or design (a bonus, not essential)
- Someone reliable, proactive, and comfortable in a busy environment
What We Offer
- Full training and ongoing development (in-practice + online learning platform)
- A supportive, friendly team environment where you're never just \"the new person\"
- Flexible, student-friendly hours (no Sundays)
- Staff product allowance
- A clear pathway into optical dispensing for those who want to grow
If you're looking for a role where you can build confidence, learn real-world skills, and work with people every day, we'd love to hear from you.
Retail Optical Assistant - Dwyer & Ross Optometry employer: ProVision Eyecare
City Optics is an exceptional employer that prioritises patient care over sales targets, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. With over 30 years of service to the local community, employees benefit from a loyal patient base, flexible working arrangements, and unique perks such as free glasses credit and discounts for family and friends. The opportunity for professional growth, including potential leadership roles, makes City Optics a rewarding place for Optical Dispensers looking to make a meaningful impact.
