Casual Sales Assistant

Autobarn; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous staff discounts

Comprehensive leave benefits

Career pathways across brands

Recognition programme

Employee wellbeing support

No late-night trading

Job summary

Autobarn is seeking a Sales Assistant for its team in Hervey Bay, QLD. You will deliver exceptional customer service, provide product advice, and help meet store targets. The role emphasizes teamwork, learning, and contributing to a welcoming store environment.

The position offers competitive salaries, continuous training, and clear career pathways within Autobarn's network of brands, along with generous staff discounts and strong team support.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer-facing roles is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn product knowledge and systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and product advice.
• Help achieve store sales and performance targets.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-presented store.
• Assist with stock management, merchandising and inventory control.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Product knowledge

Tools

POS system

Job description

With over 40 years in the business and 145 stores nationwide, Autobarn is proud to be Australia’s go-to destination for quality automotive parts, accessories, and expert advice. From motoring enthusiasts to everyday drivers, we’re here to help our customers keep their vehicles in top condition.

Help Customers Get Road‑Ready – join the Autobarn family as a Sales Assistant!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Retail Sales Assistant to join the team and make an impact!You will be responsible for providing support to our team and loyal customer base. Reporting to the Store Manager, this role has a focus on providing exceptional customer service as well as play a key role in achieving store targets.

What’s in it for you?

We offercompetitive salaries, as well as providecontinuous training & supportwithcareer development opportunities.We also offer asupportive team & networkto assist you withleaving your markon a nationally recognised business.

In addition, we also offer:

• Generous team member discounts across our brands including Autobarn, Burson, Autopro, ABS, Midas and Opposite Lock
• Industry-leading leave benefitsto support your work/life balance (including gender neutral parental leave, purchase additionalleave, volunteer leave and paid birthday leaveetc.)
• Clear career pathways with opportunities to grow across our network of brands and training and development opportunities
• Recognition programme that celebrates performance and team success
• Employee wellbeing support, including free confidential counselling (EAP) and annual flu vaccinations
• Work-life balance, with no late-night trading

...and many more!

Job Description

You don’t need to be a car expert or tick every box – we’re looking for people who will embody Autobarn values and are passionate about great service, teamwork, and making a difference.

What you’ll do

• Deliver exceptional customer service and product advice.
• Contribute to achieving store sales and performance targets.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-presented store environment.
• Assist with stock management, merchandising, and inventory control.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Qualifications

About you

You’re hands‑on, customer‑focused, and eager to learn. Leadership is a growth area, and you’re ready to develop your skills while supporting the team.

You’ll also bring:

• Strong work ethic and organisational skills
• Previous experience in retail or customer service (preferred)
• A genuine passion for helping customers.
• Basic computer literacy
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the business.

Additional Information

Autobarn is part of Bapcor Ltd, Australasia’s leading provider of automotive aftermarket parts, accessories, equipment, and service. Our group includes iconic brands like Burson, Autobarn, Midas, Truckline, Premier Auto Trade, BNT, and Baxters – with more than 1,000 locations and 5,000+ team members across Australia, New Zealand, and Thailand.

We pride ourselves on providing an inclusive, supportive and diverse work environment for our staff, and are committed to living out our companies values every day and in every way:

• Doing the right thing
• Being in it together
• Giving a damn
• Getting it done