Part Time Sales Assistant

The Salvation Army Australia; Deniliquin; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax‑fee

Meal entertainment benefit $2,650

Paid parental leave (12 weeks)

Staff store discount

No Sunday work

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Indigenous supports and cultural leave

Job summary

The Deniliquin Salvos Store, operated by The Salvation Army Australia, is seeking a values-driven Sales Assistant to support the Store Manager and deliver an inspiring in-store experience for our community. This permanent, part-time role (12 hours per week) covers Saturdays and flexible weekdays at Deniliquin, VIC, with salary conditions aligned to the Retail General Industry Award, Level 3.

You will assist with retail sales, donations processing, visual merchandising, customer service, stock

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in retail sales is valued but not mandatory.
• Strong customer service skills are essential.
• Genuine passion and proven ability to deliver results in a busy retail environment.
• Alignment with the Salvation Army values: integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration and diversity.
• High energy, hands-on approach with good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work a rolling roster including weekends and across different locations within the retail area.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily store operations and POS transactions.
• Sort and price donations in-store.
• Support visual merchandising and store presentation.
• Provide exceptional customer service at all times.
• Display stock in correct departments per policy.
• Follow Occupational Health and Safety procedures and TSA values.

Skills

Retail sales experience

Customer service skills

Interpersonal communication

Roster flexibility

Job description

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

About The Role:

Deniliquin Salvos Store are seeking a talented, values-driven Sales Assistant to support the Store Manager with day-to-day operations and provide an inspiring in-store experience for our team, customers and community members.

This is a permanent, part-time role (12 hours per week), located in Deniliquin, VIC. Working every Saturday 4 hours and working 8 hours flexible weekdays.

Salary and conditions are in accordance with the Retail General Industry Award, Level 3.

You Will Assist With:

• Retail sales and operation of Point-of-Sale devices.


• Collecting, sorting and pricing donations in store.


• Assist in the development and coordination visual merchandising and store presentation.


• Provide exceptional Customer Service.


• Display stock in correct departments, following policy and procedure.


• Follow Occupational Health and Safety policy and procedures.


• Demonstrate TSA core values in all work-related activities.

About You:

• Demonstrated experience in retail sales, while highly regarded, is not essential.


• Strong customer service skills.


• Genuine passion and proven ability to deliver outstanding results in a rewarding, complex retail environment.


• Alignment with the values of integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration, and diversity.


• High energy, hand-on individual with strong interpersonal and communication skills.


• Flexibly to work a rolling roster including weekends and preparedness to work across various locations in the retail area.

The Benefits:

The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.


• Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.


• Staff Store Discount.


• No Sunday work - work-life balance!


• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport


• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander supports such as: Burra Burra Network (pastoral care network), Cultural Events, Sorry Business and Ceremonial Leave (up to 10 days)


• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.


• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration