Sales Assistant Nursery/Yard Hand

ASQ Group; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award hourly rate + Super

Weekend work available with penalties

Family-owned business

Job summary

ASQ Garden & Landscape is seeking a full-time Sales Assistant/Nursery Yard Hand in Eaglehawk. You will help customers, maintain displays, and support daily site operations in a busy landscape yard.

Join a family-owned business serving Central Victoria with multiple sites. Weekend work is required with penalty rates; above award hourly rates plus superannuation apply.

Qualifications

• Proven retail experience is essential.
• Knowledge or experience in nursery and landscape products.
• Experience using Point of Sale (POS) systems.
• Ability to work weekends and public holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and product advice.
• Maintain and present nursery products to a high standard.
• Assist with daily site operations and work with the site supervisor.
• Comply with Workplace Health, Safety and Environment policies.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

POS systems

Weekend availability

Education

Valid driver's license

Tools

Nursery/landscape products knowledge

Job description

Our Garden & Landscape team is looking for a full-time Sales Assistant Nursery/Yard Hand who is customer-focused and passionate about garden landscape.

• Fulltime with competitive above award hourly rates + Super
• Ability to work on weekends and public holidays as required - penalty rates apply
• A great opportunity to work in a reputable family-owned and operated business.

Company Overview

ASQ is a locally owned, family-operated business, which has been servicing Central Victoria since 1970. ASQ Garden & Landscape is a locally owned and operated business supplying a large range of landscaping and horticultural needs for the novice gardener through to the professional landscaper. Operating three unique sites across Central Victoria, our landscape supply yards and garden nurseries located in Bendigo/ Eaglehawk, Castlemaine and Maryborough are presented and maintained to the highest industry standard. Our sites are operated by professional, qualified staff who deliver expert advice, knowledge and services to our retail and trade customers.

About the role

ASQ Garden & Landscape is currently recruiting for a Sales Assistant and Nursery/Yard Hand within our Eaglehawk Landscape Yard Team. These hands-on roles are ideal for individuals who are passionate about customer service, enjoy working in a busy environment and have an interest in sales, landscaping and retail sales. You will be responsible for assisting customers, maintaining product displays, supporting daily site operations and contributing to a safe, professional and welcoming environment.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Providing excellent customer service and appropriate product advice
• Ensuring all nursery products are maintained and presented to a high standard.
• Working closely with site supervisor and perform additional duties as and when required
• Complying with ASQ’s Workplace Health, Safety, and Environment management system

For more information on the role, follow the link to download the Position Description from our Careers Page: https://www.asq.net.au/careers/current-vacancies/

Why work for ASQ?

ASQ is a proud employer of over 100 staff working across seven sites within our organisation. Being a locally owned, family-operated business, we aim to foster a family friendly workplace and are committed to the health and wellbeing of our staff and working environment.

• Develop your career within a growing company
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Workplace Flexibility
• Inclusive Environment
• Staff discount on products at our retail stores

Key Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will have a passion for customer service, be able to provide positive and confident customer interaction and the ability to perform manual and office duties.

• Must have proven retail experience.
• Knowledge/ experience in nursery and landscape products.
• Experience using Point of Sales (POS) systems.
• Able to work weekends and public holidays as required.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines/customer requirements and follow direction.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and exemplary personal presentation.

Education, Certification and Licenses required:

• Industry experience (desirable).
• Valid driver's license.

All positions are subject to the completion of medicals, including drug and alcohol screening. Only successful candidates will be contacted.