At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in retail operations and create an inspiring shopping experience for customers.
- Company: Join The Salvation Army, one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.
- Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging, discounts, wellness initiatives, and ongoing training.
- Other info: Flexible hours, inclusive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while gaining valuable retail experience.
- Qualifications: Retail experience is a plus, but strong customer service skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 24.3 - 29.7 $ per hour.
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
About the Role:
An opportunity for a talented, values-driven Casual Sales Assistant to support day-to-day operations and contribute to an inspiring in-store experience for our team, customers and community members. Reporting to the Area Manager, this casual role is based in Geelong North, VIC, and requires flexibility to work in a number of our stores across the Geelong area. Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Retail General Industry Award, Level 1.
Key Responsibilities:
- Retail sales and operation of Point of Sale devices
- Sort, price and prepare donations for sale.
- Assist in the development and coordination visual merchandising and store presentation
- Provide exceptional Customer Service
- Display stock in correct departments, following policy and procedure
- Follow Occupational Health and Safety policy and procedures
- Demonstrate TSA core values in all work related activities
About You:
- Retail sales experience - highly regarded but not essential
- Strong customer service skills
- Genuine passion and ability to deliver outstanding results
- Alignment with our values of integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration, and diversity
- High energy, hands-on individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Flexibility to work a rolling roster including weekends
- Preparedness to work across various locations in the retail area
The Benefits:
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit
- Range of consumer discounts
- Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives
- Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency
- Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable/social impacts
- Staff store discount
Together we can build a brighter future. Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured. The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration. At the Salvos, we believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. And it is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference.
When you work with the Salvos, you help make a real difference to the community and the lives of others. The Salvation Army offers a range of employment opportunities across the organisation, including those in community programs, aged care, retail, employment services, corporate and other support services. When you choose to work with the Salvos, you choose to believe in doing good that transforms the lives of people and communities facing hardship or crisis.
Our employees have access to a range of benefits, plus personal development and career diversity opportunities that deliver real and meaningful benefits. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a healthy work-life balance, generous salary packaging opportunities, parental leave, purchase leave schemes and much more. The Salvation Army encourages people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that accepts and recognises every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all people to achieve their highest potential.
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