Store Manager - Cairns

Ampol; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampol is redefining convenience, and as a Store Manager you’ll be at the forefront, treating each location as your own and driving outstanding one‑stop‑shop experiences for customers. You will lead teams with values‑aligned, collaborative management, delivering exceptional service while controlling costs and ensuring compliance.

The role includes six weeks of on‑site training and recognition for diversity and inclusion; salary ranges from AUD 67,000 to AUD 82,000 plus allowances, based on

Qualifications

• Experience in retail management with a supportive, people‑focused leadership style.
• Strong coaching, team development and inclusive, high-performing culture.
• Proven ability in inventory management, merchandising, and maintaining operational standards.
• Sound judgement with a solutions‑focused approach and confidence using POS and operational tech.
• Strong organisational skills, safety/compliance, financial acumen and delivering exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Lead with Collaboration: Provide supportive, values‑aligned leadership to guide teams toward consistent operational excellence.
• Deliver Exceptional Customer Experiences: Foster warm, personalised service that strengthens customer trust and loyalty.
• Enable Sustainable Performance: Promote balanced decision‑making that achieves commercial outcomes while managing costs responsibly.
• Navigate Priorities Effectively: Manage competing demands in a fast‑paced, compliance‑focused environment with strong organisation and adaptability.
• Apply Your Expertise: Leverage your management experience, professional judgement, and flexibility to contribute meaningfully to store performance.

Skills

Retail management

Coaching

Inventory management

POS systems

Customer service

Financial acumen

Tools

POS systems

Operational technology

Job description

Job Description

• 12 month Fulltime Contract

At Ampol, We’re Powered by People!

We’re redefining convenience, and as a Store Manager at Ampol, you’ll be at the forefront of this transformation. As the face of our stores, you'll treat each location as your own, driving excellence and creating outstanding one-stop-shop experiences for our customers.

As a Store Manager you will;

• Lead with Collaboration: Provide supportive, values‑aligned leadership to guide teams toward consistent operational excellence.
• Deliver Exceptional Customer Experiences: Foster warm, personalised service that strengthens customer trust and loyalty.
• Enable Sustainable Performance: Promote balanced decision‑making that achieves commercial outcomes while managing costs responsibly.
• Navigate Priorities Effectively: Manage competing demands in a fast‑paced, compliance‑focused environment with strong organisation and adaptability.
• Apply Your Expertise: Leverage your management experience, professional judgement, and flexibility to contribute meaningfully to store performance.

You will have the following skills and experience;

• Experience in retail management with a supportive, people‑focused leadership style.
• Strong skills in coaching, team development, and fostering an inclusive, high‑performing culture.
• Proven ability in inventory management, visual merchandising, and maintaining operational standards.
• Sound judgement with a solutions‑focused approach and confidence in using POS and operational technology.
• Strong organisational skills, commitment to safety and compliance, financial acumen, and a history of delivering exceptional customer service.

World-Class Training: Enjoy 6 weeks of on-site training to set you up for success.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women and are winners of an Employer Brand award through LinkedIn.

Salary range between $67,000 to $82,000 (plus allowances) based on experience.

We’re an equal opportunity workplace. We not only embrace diversity and inclusion; we celebrate what makes you unique. We welcome applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and diverse sexualities and genders (including if you identify as transgender). We also highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for roles with Ampol.