Retail Attendant

Sealink-K; Eurong; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual travel allowance

Staff dining/retail/spa discount 25%

Employee training programs

Employee awards

Free ferry transfers and tours

Counselling services via EAP

Pool and staff gym access

Job summary

SeaLinkK'gari Beach Resort is seeking a part-time Retail Attendant for the General Store, reporting to the Group Retail Manager and working with a small team to manage POS, stock and customer service on K’gari Island.

The role is permanent part-time, up to 76 hours per fortnight, with rostering across days on a 10-on/4-off cycle. Relocation to staff accommodation at the resort is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Committed to delivering brilliant customer experiences.
• Prior experience working in a retail store.
• Knowledge of cash handling and store opening/closing.

Responsibilities

• Manage point-of-sale transactions and assist customers at the General Store.
• Keep shelves merchandised and ensure stock is replenished for travellers.
• Serve supplies for travellers heading off on island adventures.

Skills

Customer service

Retail experience

Cash handling

Merchandising

Education

Food Handling Certificate

Queensland RSA

Job description

Live, Work and Lead on World Heritage-Listed K’gari (Fraser Island)

Benefits of Joining Our Team*

• Annual $1000SeaLinkEmployee Travel Allowance
• 25% off resort dining, retail and spa
• Access to Employee Training Programs
• Employee Award Programs
• Free passenger ferry transfers andK'gariExplorer Tours
• Employee Assistance Program with free counselling services
• Access to the resort pool & staff gym

*Conditions and employment duration may apply

The Opportunity

With an unbeatable beachfront address on 75 Mile Beach, K’gari Beach Resort (formerly Eurong Beach Resort) is the hub for four-wheel-driving experiences along K'gari (Fraser Island's) east coast. This remote base is only accessible by 4WD and ignites a sense of adventure within a relaxed coastal escape. The resort includes newly renovated hotel accommodation, as well as a restaurant and bar, renowned Eurong Bakery and a general, the expansive grounds include a relaxing swimming pool and bar.

About the Role

Bring your experience working in a retail/customer service position to the General Store at K'gari Beach Resort. Reporting to the Group Retail Manager and working alongside a small team of Retail Attendants, you will manage point-of sale, store merchandising and serving up supplies for traveller's setting off on adventures across the island's sandtracks.

This is a permanent part-time retail role, working up to 76 hours per fortnight across a broad rostering system, 10 days on / 4 days off. The ideal candidate will be able to relocate into the staff accommodation based at the resort.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Committed to delivering brilliant customer experiences
• Prior experience working in a retail store
• Knowledge of cash handling and store open/closing
• Merchandising skills - desirable
• A valid Food Handling Certificate (or the ability to obtain)
• A valid Queensland RSA

About Us

K'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Fraser Coast, Queensland, Australia. It is the world’s largest sand island, stretching over 120km. Featuring amazing wildlife, towering rainforests and over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby. Plus an iconic beach highway, where else would you rather be?!

SeaLinkK'gari is part of SeaLinkMarine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia’s most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences.

With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.

SeaLinkMarine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.

Living and working in paradise… we can’t think of anything better!

All final applicants for this position will be required to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position, as each application will be considered on its merits.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.