Garden Hardware Fixed Term Mitre 10 MEGA Papanui

Mitre 10; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 30,307,000 - 35,818,000; Part time

Job summary

Smith's Mitre 10 MEGA Papanui is a proudly family-owned Christchurch business committed to delivering exceptional customer service every customer, every time. We’re hiring enthusiastic team members for our Garden Hardware Department for the busy spring and summer season, in a fixed-term role through January 2027, to help make us the destination of choice for Trade and DIY customers alike.

As part of our Garden Hardware team you’ll provide friendly, knowledgeable service and help maintain a

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for customer service and helping shoppers.
• Positive attitude and strong teamwork.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Professional and reliable approach to work.
• Ability to be on your feet for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, knowledgeable service in the Garden Hardware Department.
• Help maintain a well-presented, tidy department.
• Assist customers with product questions and recommendations.
• Contribute to a positive shopping experience during peak season.

Skills

Customer service

Team player

Communication

Time management

Willingness to learn

Reliability

Physical tasks

Job description

Smith's Mitre 10 MEGA Papanui is a proudly family-owned Christchurch business committed to delivering exceptional customer service every customer, every time.

We're looking for enthusiastic and customer-focused team members to join our Garden Hardware Department for the busy spring and summer season. This is a fixed-term opportunity running through to January 2027, offering the chance to work in a fast-paced retail environment and be part of the team that helps make Mitre 10 MEGA Papanui the destination of choice for Trade and DIY customers alike.

About the Role

As a member of our Garden Hardware team, you'll play an important role in creating a positive shopping experience for our customers by providing friendly, knowledgeable service and helping maintain a well-presented department.

What We're Looking For

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

• A genuine passion for customer service
• A positive attitude and strong team spirit
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• A willingness to learn and take initiative
• A professional and reliable approach to work
• The ability to be on your feet for extended periods and perform physical tasks
• Previous retail experience would be an advantage, however we also welcome applications from people who are eager to learn and bring the right attitude.

Availability Requirements

Store trading hours are 7:00am to 7:00pm, so shifts may include early starts, late finishes, and weekends.

We have multiple positions available across a range of shift patterns.

Weekend availability is essential for all positions, and successful applicants must be available to work throughout the Christmas and New Year period.

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain retail experience, develop new skills, and work with a supportive team during one of our busiest and most exciting times of the year.