Senior Hairstylist & Mentor — Creative Styling, Flexible

Colour & Co Studio; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on services

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Colour & Co Studio in Ballarat, VIC, is seeking an experienced Senior Hairstylist for a full-time role. Lead by example, mentor junior stylists and deliver outstanding hair services to our valued clients in a busy salon environment.

You will be responsible for cutting, colouring, styling and treatments, while building strong client relationships and contributing to salon growth. A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years professional hairstyling experience in cutting, colouring and styling.
• Current qualifications in hairdressing or equivalent certification recognised in Australia.
• Strong technical skills across cutting and colouring methods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mentor able to guide less experienced stylists.
• Committed to continuous learning and staying current with trends.
• Professional presentation and grooming standards.
• Reliability, punctuality and a strong work ethic.
• Experience in a busy salon environment is desirable.
• Knowledge of hair care products and ability to recommend treatments.
• Full Australian work rights.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality hairstyling services including cutting, colouring, styling and treatments to a diverse range of clients.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional customer service at every appointment.
• Mentor and support junior stylists, providing guidance on techniques and professional development.
• Contribute to a positive and collaborative salon environment with teamwork and respect.
• Stay current with industry trends, techniques and products through training.
• Maintain salon cleanliness, hygiene and organisation at all times.
• Manage client bookings and time to maximise productivity.
• Assist with salon marketing initiatives and grow the client base.
• Support salon management in achieving business objectives and targets.

Skills

Hairstyling expertise

Client communication

Mentoring

Reliability

Education

Hairdressing qualification

Job description

Colour & Co Studio in Ballarat, VIC, is seeking an experienced Senior Hairstylist for a full-time role. Lead by example, mentor junior stylists and deliver outstanding hair services to our valued clients in a busy salon environment.

You will be responsible for cutting, colouring, styling and treatments, while building strong client relationships and contributing to salon growth. A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is essential.