Casual Sales Assistant - Petbarn Essendon

Animates; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance corporate rates

Wellness resources

Job summary

Petbarn Essendon in Essendon, Melbourne, is seeking a Casual Sales Assistant to support pet parents with expert advice on health, nutrition and wellness products. You'll help customers, keep shelves stocked, and contribute to a friendly, team-focused store environment.

No prior experience required, though retail or customer service is a plus. You’ll join a passionate team with training in pet care and access to staff discounts across the Greencross network, in a pet-friendly, supportive

Qualifications

• A friendly, patient approach to helping customers.
• Interest in pet health and wellness products.
• Ability to build rapport with diverse customers.
• Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus.
• Organised and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Provide knowledgeable, caring advice on pet wellness products
• Build relationships with customers, offering warm, genuine service
• Keep the store organised and shelves well-stocked (some heavy lifting)
• Assist with sales, returns, and large purchases
• Work as part of a supportive, team-focused environment

Skills

Customer service

Sales help

Product knowledge

Teamwork

Job description

Location:Essendon - 450
Posted on:23 October 2026

At Petbarn, Australia’s leading pet speciality retailer, we're passionate about making the world a happier place through the love of pets! As a Casual Sales Assistant at Petbarn Essendon, you’ll help pet parents make the best choices for their furry, feathered, or scaly friends, offering expert advice on health, nutrition, and wellness products. You’ll create connections, build trust, and make a real impact on the lives of pets and their pet parents.

Your Role:

• Provide knowledgeable, caring advice on pet wellness products
• Build relationships with customers, offering warm, genuine service
• Keep the store organised and shelves well-stocked (some heavy lifting required)
• Assist with sales, returns, and large purchases
• Work as part of a supportive, team-focused environment

Why choose Petbarn?

• Connect with pets and their owners, making a real difference
• Gain valuable training in pet care and wellness
• Be part of a team that values passion, authenticity, caring, knowledge and togetherness

About You:

• A natural love for animals and people
• Friendly, patient, and eager to help
• Team player
• Previous experience in retail or other customer service role is desirable
• Organised and detail-oriented

What’s in It for You:

• Pet-filled days with the chance to make a difference
• Discounts across the Greencross network including Petbarn stores and Greencross Vets, pet-friendly workspace, and career growth opportunities
• Access to novated leasing, workplace benefits program and health insurance corporate rates
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources, available 24/7 for yourself and your family
• Be part of a company with a commitment to giving back to the community through the Petbarn Foundation

Ready to Join?

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted