Casual Sales Assistant - Petbarn Waurn Ponds

Petbarn; Geelong; On-site; AUD 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts across Greencross

Wellness resources and EAP

Novated leasing options

Health insurance corporate rates

Job summary

Petbarn Waurn Ponds is seeking a casual Sales Assistant to help pet parents choose the best products for their furry, feathered, or scaly friends, offering expert advice on health, nutrition and wellness.

You’ll build trust with customers, assist with sales and returns, and keep the store organised as part of a supportive team. Training in pet care and wellness is provided, with discounts across the Greencross network.

Qualifications

• Natural love for animals and people.
• Friendly, patient, and eager to help.
• Team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Retail or customer service experience is desirable.
• Organised and detail-oriented.
• Forklift license is desirable.

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 required).
• Assist with sales, returns, and large purchases.
• Work as part of a supportive, team-focused environment.

Skills

Love animals

Friendly and patient

Team player

Organised

Customer service experience

Retail experience desirable

Job description

At Petbarn, Australia’s leading pet specialty retailer, we're passionate about making the world a happier place through the love of pets! As a Casual Sales Assistant at Petbarn Waurn Ponds 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

Forklift license is desirable

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