Optical Dispenser And Keyholder- Albany

Oscar Wylee; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free glasses

Family & Friends discounts

Albany store location

Supportive team

Eyewear styling learnings

Career progression

Job summary

Oscar Wylee Pty Ltd. is seeking an Optical Dispenser for our Albany store in Westfield Albany. The role blends fashion retail with healthcare, providing eye care guidance and dispensing lenses and frames per prescriptions from our Optometrists.

We look for 1+ years in optical or 2+ years in retail, reliability with opening/closing duties, and strong communication. You will join a supportive team in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in optical industry or 2+ years retail sales experience
• Reliable with store opening/closing duties
• Strong attention to detail with basic mathematical skills
• Confident, clear and proactive communicator
• Capable of building trusting relationships with customers and co-workers
• Positive and friendly with outstanding customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding eye care and eyewear advice tailored to each patient and potential client
• Dispense lenses and frames based on prescriptions from Optometrists
• Build meaningful relationships with patients to encourage repeat visits
• Assist with opening and closing procedures daily

Skills

Optical experience

Retail sales

Job description

The Optical Dispenser role seamlessly blends together fashion retail and healthcare. The diverse responsibilities of the role involve:

You and the team will look closely with our experienced Store Partner, gaining valuable commercial and operational experience. Our store is involved in our joint venture partnership, where we have had the opportunity to work alongside exceptional business leaders who have joined Oscar Wylee as part owners of our stores.

• Providing outstanding eye care and eyewear styling advice tailored to each patient and potential clientele who enter the store.
• Dispensing lenses and frames based on the prescription of each patient, provided by our Optometrists.
• Building meaningful and affirming relationships with our patients- give them a reason to visit us again!
• Assisting with the opening and closing procedures everyday.

About You:

• 1+ years experience in the optical industry, or 2+ years retail sales experience
• Reliable with previous experience in store opening/closing duties
• Strong attention to detail with basic mathematical skills
• A confident, clear and proactive worker with strong communication skills
• Capable of building trusting and respectful relationships with co-workers and customers alike
• A go-getter with a positive and friendly manner, ready to provide customers with outstanding service!

Perks:

• Get a free pair of prescription glasses every six months
• Treat your loved ones to Family & Friends discounts twice a year!
• Work in our beautiful store located in Westfield Albany, directly next to Kmart and opposite Albany Lakes Civic Park. The centre is easily accessible by bus with stops right outside on Civic Crescent and offers multiple car parks for convenient commuting. Check out our store page here!
• Work with a supportive and energetic team in a fast-paced retail environment, with a strong focus on coaching, collaboration and celebrating the big wins together!
• The opportunity to learn about all things eyewear, including styling with our wide variety of frames!
• A clear career trajectory with opportunities for management roles in the future

About Oscar Wylee

Oscar Wylee is a leading optometry and eyewear company with over 140 stores across Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, employing more than 1,000 team members worldwide.

Our Albany store is surrounded by a wide range of retail, dining and entertainment options within Westfield Albany. After work, explore more than 100 stores in the centre or enjoy the nearby green spaces around Albany Lakes Civic Park.

We design our eyewear in-house, drawing inspiration from global fashion trends and delivering it directly from our manufacturers to our customers.

We’re committed to providing exceptional patient care, affordable products, and meaningful career opportunities for our people.

Visit our website for more information!