Thrift Shop Assistant - Colac, Australia - Employment Plus AU

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  • Start your career with The Salvation Army today
  • We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.
  • ABOUT US
  • The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and mostloved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a values-driven and proactive Thrift Shop Assistant to assist the Thrift Shop Manager.

Why this role matters

At Colac Corps we work alongside others to make a difference.

Wherever there are injustices and hardship, we endeavour to bring the love of Jesus to transform our community, one life at a time.


The Colac Salvos Thrift Shop is great place to find fantastic bargains including quality clothing, essential home items, toys and books fully sourced by local donations.

With our strong model of "People over Product," the shop contributes all profits to funding vital community initiatives and programs across the area and the Corps.

About the role


We currently have an exciting opportunity for a values-driven and proactive Thrift Shop Assistant to assist the Thrift Shop Manager to lead and develop the store to maximize profits and strengthen links between Community Support Services, the wider community and Corps.

You will be reporting to the Thrift Shop Manager.

You will successfully

  • Deliver excellence in customer service by responding to customer needs, and actively seeking opportunities to connect customers to TSA mission
  • Ensure that the shop operates efficiently and effectively in the absence of the manager
  • Supervise volunteers in the absence of the Manager
  • Monitor shop for security purposes
  • Open shop on time and close the shop at the end of trading
  • Assist with the store financial processes including completion of daily cash reconciliation, preparation of cash floats and banking
  • Greet all customers in a warm and inviting manner
This is a part time position, 5 hours per week based in 100 Bromfield St, Colac, VIC. Roster per week is 9am-2pm Saturdays. Salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with General Retail Industry Award Level 3.

What you have

  • Certificate in Retail Operations / Diploma of Business (desirable)
  • Experience working with volunteers (desirable)
  • Retail experience with demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service to ensure customers' needs are met with dignity and respect
  • Basic working knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel
  • A current VIC Drivers Licence
  • Be able to provide proof of Eligibility to Work in Australia
What we offer

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Independent confidential counselling service
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
  • Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
  • An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
  • Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
  • 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. W_
  • 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 National Police Check._
  • We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. _
  • Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure._
  • We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration_
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