Retail Assistant - Automotive Paint Specialist

Hammonds Paints; Warrnambool; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hammonds Paints in Warrnambool, Victoria, is seeking a retail sales assistant with specialist knowledge of automotive paint to support our clientele. You will assist customers, perform colour matching, operate the point-of-sale system, and help maintain an immaculate store presentation.

Work with a small, friendly Hammonds team; you will manage stock ordering and receiving, share expert advice on automotive refinish products, and contribute to delivering great service to DIY renovators and

Qualifications

• Experience with PPG tinters and automotive refinish processes.
• Strong customer service and communications skills.
• Team player in a small store environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and expert product recommendations.
• Perform colour matching and match paints to client needs.
• Operate the point-of-sale system and handle transactions.
• Maintain immaculate store presentation and merchandising.

Skills

Automotive paint knowledge

Customer service

Colour matching

POS operation

Stock reception

Tools

POS system

Job description

We are looking for a retail sales assistant with *specialist knowledge of automotive paint to provide customer service and support to our clientele. Based in Warrnambool, Victoria. Day to day responsibilities will also include colour matching, operating point-of-sale system, ensuring immaculate store presentation, and ordering and receiving stock.

About Us

Hammonds is a family-owned paint retailer dedicated to sharing its professional knowledge to support anyone who is painting or decorating, whether they are master painters or DIY renovators. Our specialised knowledge and expertise have helped people for over 150 years achieve the very best results with a minimum of time and effort and cost. The team at Hammonds have developed an enviable reputation as honest traders who are specialists in paint, including automotive, wallpaper, and contracting. Our stores are located around Victoria in Warrnambool, Hamilton, Portland and Colac.

About You

We seek someone who:

• *Specialist Knowledge: previous experience working with PPG tinters and automotive/ industrial machinery body works within the automotive refinish industry.
• Possesses highly developed people skills which can be used for customer service to provide expert advice and service to our clientele.
• Willingness to work within a small, friendly team and as part of the larger Hammonds group.