Op Shop Assistant / Mosgiel (Casual)

SPCA; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday day off

Discounts and pet insurance benefits

Wellness support 24/7

Job summary

SPCA Mosgiel Op Shop is seeking a Casual Op Shop Assistant to cover leave and busy periods. You will assist with sorting, pricing and merchandising donated goods while ensuring the shop is welcoming and well stocked.

You’ll interact with customers, handle sales and cash, and support volunteers. This role suits a reliable, team‑oriented person who can jump in where needed.

Qualifications

• Retail or customer service experience preferred.
• Able to work across shop floor, till and sorting areas.
• Confident communicator who enjoys helping others.
• Reliable, organised with good attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, price and merchandise donated goods according to SPCA guidelines.
• Keep the shop clean, welcoming, and well‑stocked throughout the day.
• Serve customers warmly and professionally to enhance donor and shopper experiences.
• Process sales and cash handling with end‑of‑day reconciliation.
• Provide cover and basic supervision in the manager’s absence.
• Support and guide volunteers in their roles.
• Follow health and safety and SPCA procedures.

Skills

Retail experience

Flexible availability

Customer service

Reliable & proactive

Team player & independent

Physically fit

Tools

Till operations

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity at our MosgielSPCA Op Shop for aCasual Op Shop Assistant to work as and when required to cover leave and busy periods.

Our Mosgiel Store is a vibrant part of the local community, with a dedicated team of volunteers and loyal customers who love finding second‑hand treasures. This casual role is ideal for someone flexible, reliable, and ready to jump in and support the team when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, price, and merchandise donated goods in line with SPCA guidelines.
• Ensure the shop is clean, welcoming, and well‑stocked throughout the day.
• Serve customers with warmth and professionalism, promoting positive donor and shopper experiences.
• Accurately process sales and cash handling, including end‑of‑day reconciliation.
• Provide cover and basic team supervision in the manager’s absence.
• Help support and guide volunteers in their roles.
• Ensure health & safety and SPCA procedures are followed.

ABOUT YOU

You're a team player with a passion for great service and a knack for retail. Whether it's pricing donated goods, helping customers, or supporting volunteers, you enjoy pitching in wherever needed to keep things running smoothly.

Skills & Experience

• Retail or customer service experience (charity retail a bonus).
• Able to work flexibly across the shop floor, till, and sorting area.
• Confident communicator who enjoys helping others.
• Reliable, organised, and proactive with good attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a team and independently.
• Physically fit and able to lift/move stock as required.

SPCA PURRRKS

At SPCA, working with purpose is just the beginning. Our team is passionate about animal welfare and proud to make a real difference across New Zealand. If you're looking for a role where your values, wellbeing, and contributions truly matter, here’s what we offer:

• Enjoy a paid day off for your Birthday, it’s our way of celebrating you!
• A workplace culture where collaboration, development and kindness are key.
• Exclusivediscounts and benefits, including pet insurance and retail offers.
• Access to 24/7 confidential wellness support.
• Feel good knowing your work is improving the lives of animals in need.

ABOUT US

SPCA is one of the most trusted and respected charities in New Zealand, with a proud history of helping animals in need and advocating for animal welfare since 1872. With over 90 Op Shops across New Zealand, we give second‑hand goods a new life and every purchase helps rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need. When you join SPCA, you're part of a passionate, purpose‑driven team that believes every animal deserves compassion, care, and a second chance. If that sounds like you, you’ll feel right at home with us.

We have a diverse, inclusive and values driven culture at SPCA. We value a diverse work environment because teams are stronger with different perspectives and experiences, so we welcome people from all walks of life to apply.

All applicants must possess the legal right to work in New Zealand, either as a New Zealand or Australian Citizen or by holding a valid working visa.