Part Time Sales Assistant - Kings Meadows

The Salvation Army Australia; Launceston; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Paid parental leave

Staff discount

No Sunday work

Health & wellness initiatives

Cultural support

Training & development

Purpose-driven work

Job summary

The Salvation Army Australia in Kings Meadows, TAS is seeking a Sales Assistant to support the Store Manager with day-to-day operations and to provide an inspiring in-store experience for our team and customers. This permanent, part-time role (28 hours per week) includes one Saturday per fortnight, training, and opportunities to develop retail skills.

Salary and conditions follow the Retail General Industry Award, Level 3.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail is desirable but not essential.
• Strong customer service skills are required.
• Align with The Salvation Army values of integrity, respect, compassion, collaboration and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Retail sales and operation of Point-of-Sale devices.
• Collecting, sorting and pricing donations in store.
• Assist in visual merchandising and store presentation.
• Provide exceptional customer service.
• Display stock in correct departments and follow policy.
• Follow OH&S policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate TSA core values in all work-related activities.

Skills

Customer service

Retail sales

POS operation

Cash handling

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

Kings Meadows 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.

Permanent, part-time role (28 hours per week), located in Kings Meadows, TAS. As part of this position, you will work one Saturday per fortnight.

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.

Equal Opportunity, Child Safe and Values Statement

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

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

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