Salvation Army

Retail Assistant

Coolum Beach, QLD, Australia Full time

Number of Positions Available:

1

ABOUT US

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.  

Position title: Retail Assistant - Noosa/Coolum
Classification: General Retail Award, Level 3 
Location: Noosa/Coolum
Status: Casual 
 
The role: 
The position exists to perform customer focused retail tasks that support the daily operation of the stores, back of store warehouse where required and the missional objectives of The Salvation Army. 

 

How you will make an impact: 

  • Provide  exceptional  customer  service  to  all  customers  and  provide  appropriate  assistance  when working on the shop floor, fitting room, the register or anywhere else as reasonably required. 

  • Assist in the execution and coordination of all marketing and promotional activities at the store. 

  • Assist with the processing of all donations and ensure adequate amount of stock is on the shop floor at the correct price point. 

  • Perform store open & close established procedures as required. 

  • Maintain the appropriate visual standards of the store and ensure stock is organised as per Stores Visual Merchandising guidelines. 

  • Assist  with  all  housekeeping  activities  at  the  store  to  ensure  all  activities  are  done  in  a  timely manner 

 

What you will bring: 

  • Demonstrated customer service experience working in a retail environment with an ability to work collaboratively in a team setting 

  • Incumbent needs to have a reasonable level of fitness to carry out the duties of this position 

  • Experience supervising workers in retail or similar setting highly regarded 

  • Sound presentation and communication skills (both verbal and written) with an ability to interact with a variety of people  

  • Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively 

What we offer 

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including: 

  • 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. 

How to apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role.  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 people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people 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