Senior Hair Stylist

Amahle Hair & Beauty Lounge; Sydney; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Amahle Hair & Beauty Lounge in Sydney is offering a first year apprenticeship in hairdressing. You will earn a wage while you complete a Certificate III in Hairdressing, starting with foundational skills and progressing to cutting, colouring, and styling under senior team guidance.

Join a friendly, creative salon that values learning, education nights, and hands‑on training. Year 10 or equivalent, right to work in Australia, and a portfolio or social media presence are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Hairdressing is pursued or completed during apprenticeship.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and strong communication.
• Year 10 or equivalent completed; Year 12 is a bonus.
• Right to work in Australia; portfolio or social media presence appreciated.

Responsibilities

• Shampoo, condition, and care for clients; make them feel welcome.
• Assist stylists with colour services, foils, toning, and blow-dries.
• Learn consultation skills and observe, gradually taking part in services.
• Keep the salon clean, organised, and welcoming to clients.
• Greet clients, offer drinks, and support front desk as needed.
• Attend training and team meetings to build skills.

Skills

Haircutting

Balayage techniques

Customer service

Blow-dry

Education

Certificate III in Hairdressing

Job description

Consult with clients and deliver cuts, colour, and finishing to a high standard

Build and maintain your own clientele, with support from our existing client flow

Mentor and guide junior team members

Keep your station and the salon clean and welcoming

Stay current with trends and techniques

About you

Certificate III in Hairdressing (or equivalent) and [3-5+] years of experience

Strong skills in [cutting / balayage / blonding / colour correction / etc.]

A portfolio or social media presence that shows your work

Excellent communication and a client-first attitude

A team player who takes pride in the salon’s reputation

Start your hairdressing career at Amahle Hair & Beauty Lounge Paid apprenticeship, hands‑on training, and a supportive team who’ll help you grow from day one.

Why you’ll love it here

Everyone starts somewhere, and we love helping new talent find their feet. At Amahle, you’ll learn from experienced stylists in a friendly, creative salon where questions are welcome and mistakes are part of learning. No experience? No problem. We care more about your attitude and enthusiasm than your résumé.

The opportunity

We’re looking for a first year apprentice to join our team and complete a Certificate III in Hairdressing while earning a wage. You’ll start with the fundamentals and build up to cutting, colouring, and styling under the guidance of our senior team.

What you’ll do

Shampoo, condition, and care for clients, making them feel relaxed and welcome

Assist stylists with colour, foils, toning, and blow‑dries

Learn consultation skills by observing and, over time, taking part

Keep the salon spotless: sweeping, laundry, restocking, sanitising tools and stations

Greet clients, make drinks, and support the front desk

Learn product knowledge and help with retail recommendations

Attend training, education nights, and team meetings

Gradually take on your own services as your skills develop

What you bring

A genuine passion for hair, beauty, and creativity

A positive, friendly attitude and a strong willingness to learn

Good communication and a real interest in looking after people

Reliability and punctuality

Comfort being on your feet and in a fast-paced environment

Year 10 or equivalent completed (Year 12 is a bonus but not essential)

Right to work in Australia

Previous salon or customer service experience is a plus, but not required