2nd year + Apprentice/ Assistant Hairdresser

Hair Keen; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

3-week Christmas closure

Hands-on mentoring from senior stylsts

TAFE training available

Job summary

Hair Keen in Elsternwick is seeking a 2nd-year+ apprentice or experienced salon assistant to join a close-knit team. You will assist with colour services, perform basin care, and support senior stylists with blow-dries and styling.

Applicants must have valid Australian work rights and a strong, professional presence. The role offers above-award wages based on experience, a 4-day work week (Wed–Sat), and mentoring from senior stylists.

Qualifications

• 2nd-year apprentice or above, or equivalent salon assistant experience.
• Basic colour applications and blow-dries independently.
• Reliable, friendly, well-presented and professional.

Responsibilities

• Assist with colour services: root tints, toners, foil placement.
• Basin care: shampoo, scalp and hair treatments.
• Blow-dries and styling support for senior stylists.
• Keep the salon clean, organised and running smoothly.

Skills

Team player

Reliable

Organised

Positive attitude

Well-presented

Education

TAFE training

Job description

2nd year + Apprentice/ Assistant Hairdresser

Salon Assistant / 2nd Year+ Apprentice – Permanent Full-Time or Part-Time | Elsternwick

Above-award pay

• 4-day work week
• 3-week Christmas closure every year

Hair Keen is a boutique, client-focused salon in the heart of Elsternwick. We're a close-knit team with a loyal clientele, and we're always busy. We're looking for someone who can keep up, stay positive, and is ready to start straight away.

What we offer

Above-award wages, based on your experience and skills

Great work-life balance: you only work 4 days a week, Wednesday to Saturday

The salon closes for 3 weeks every Christmas, so you can spend real time with family and friends

Hands-on mentoring from senior stylists

TAFE training can be arranged if required

What you'll do

Assist with colour services: root tints, toners, foil placement

Basin care: shampoo, scalp and hair treatments

Blow-dries and styling support for senior stylists

Keep the salon clean, organised and running smoothly

What we're looking for

2nd-year apprentice or above, or equivalent salon assistant experience

Able to do basic colour applications and blow-dries independently

Able to stay calm, organised and efficient in a busy salon

Reliable, friendly, well-presented and professional

A positive team player

Valid Australian work rights (citizen, PR, Working Holiday Visa, etc.)