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Op Shop Assistant / Papamoa

Elmo SpcaTauranga, New ZealandPosted 3d ago
Jobs by Adzuna
Introduction

ABOUT THE ROLE
SPCA is one of New Zealand's most trusted charities, working to improve animal welfare and advocate for animals in need. Every purchase and donation made through our Op Shops helps fund this important work. That’s why we are looking for an enthusiastic Casual Op Shop Assistant to join our SPCA Papamoa Op Shop that's known for its friendly volunteer team, quality second-hand finds, and strong support from the local community. Whether you're working the shop floor, processing donations, or chatting with customers, you'll be making a difference every day.

  • Casual Op Shop Assistant – Papamoa
  • Casual Hours as required to cover leave, busy periods, and weekends

Key Responsibilities

  • Work sole charge on rostered days, taking full responsibility for daily shop operations.
  • Receive, sort, price and merchandise donated goods
  • Assist customers and donors with friendly, professional service
  • Process sales transactions and complete cash handling duties
  • Maintain a clean, safe and well-presented store environment
  • Ensure stock is replenished and displayed effectively
  • Help support and guide volunteers in their roles.
  • Provide cover and basic team supervision in the manager’s absence.

To find out more about the role, click here to view the position description

ABOUT YOU
You’re practical, reliable, and enjoy working in a busy retail environment. You take pride in your work, enjoy helping people, and are comfortable taking responsibility when working on your own.

What we're looking for

  • Retail or customer service experience essential (charity retail a bonus).
  • Flexibility around availability to work on call and as needed
  • Confident and experienced working sole charge
  • Able to work flexibly across the shop floor, till, and sorting area.
  • Confident communicator who enjoys helping others.
  • Reliable, organised, and proactive with good attention to detail.
  • Comfortable working in a team, with volunteers and independently.
  • Physically fit and able to lift/move stock as required.
  • Confident using POS systems, email and basic computer applications

OUR PURRRKS
This is more than just a retail role, it's an opportunity to work for a cause where your values, wellbeing, and contributions truly matter. Here's what else you can look forward to:

  • Weekly pay cycle, staff discounts and exclusive employee benefits
  • Career development and internal opportunities across SPCA
  • Access to 24/7 confidential wellness support.
  • Meaningful work that directly supports animal welfare in New Zealand

HOW TO APPLY
We're looking for people who embody kindness, collaboration and professionalism, and who want to use their retail skills to support a cause that matters. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Click Apply Now and you'll be redirected to our careers page, where you can complete a few screening questions and upload your CV and cover letter. The application process is simple, takes just a few minutes, and could be the start of your journey with SPCA helping to create a better future for animals across New Zealand.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.



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