Casual Optical Assistant - St Kilda

Bailey Nelson; Saint Kilda Junction; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free glasses quarterly

Contacts supply annually

World-class online learning

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Bailey Nelson in St Kilda is seeking a Casual Optical Assistant to join our team. You’ll help customers find their perfect frames, support eyecare needs, and ensure memorable store visits.

We value a customer-first mindset, energy, and flexibility, including weekend availability. Experience in retail helps, but a willingness to learn is welcome. You’ll take part in our friendly, fast-paced environment with opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused service orientation.
• Open to learning and training in optical products.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Help customers find the right frames and eyewear.
• Support eyecare needs and ensure a memorable visit.
• Uphold brand standards and provide excellent service.

Skills

Customer-first mindset

Optical experience

Passion & energy

Fast-paced adaptability

Strong time management

Problem-solving

Team player

Results-driven

Flexibility weekends

Adaptable & reliable

Job description

Bailey Nelson is on the lookout for a Casual Optical Assistant to join our St Kilda team!

At Bailey Nelson, we’re on a mission to change how people see the world - and how the world sees them. We’re a down-to-earth team that’s obsessed with improving every day, and we’re growing fast.

Our secret? Our people. The connections and experiences we build - with each other and with our customers are what set us apart and make us a brand of choice.

Ready to be part of it?

What you’ll be doing

As an Optical Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of the customer experience, helping people find their perfect frames, supporting their eyecare needs, and making every visit unforgettable.

What’s in it for you?

• A role where you canmake a real impactevery single day
• Access to ourworld-class online learning platformto keep you sharp and in the know with all things BN
• 1 free pair of glasses per quarter product allowance so you can rep the brand in style and a year's supply of contacts!
• Asupportive leadership teamthat genuinely invests in your growth

What we’re looking for

• Customer-first mindset-You’ve got experience in retail, hospitality, or similar and know how to deliver standout service
• Optical experience? Great. No experience? No worries.If you’re keen to learn, we’re keen to teach
• Passion & energy-You bring positivity, enthusiasm, and a can-do attitude
• Fast-paced adaptability-You thrive in a dynamic, ever-evolving environment
• Strong time management-You get things done without compromising customer experience
• Problem-solving skills-You love helping people find therightsolution
• Team player-You build great relationships with everyone around you
• Results-driven-You love hitting goals through amazing service
• Flexibility- Requires flexible availability across weekends
• Adaptable & reliable- We are looking for someone adaptable who has full availability during peak trading periods and is eager to pick up extra shifts throughout the week as needed

This is your chance to step into an exciting role, elevate your career and experience, and be part of a brand that’s growing fast.

Bailey Nelson is proud to be an inclusive, diverse workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities.