Part-Time Optical Assistant - Frame Stylist & Customer Champion

BAILEY NELSON AUSTRALIA FRANCHISING PTY LTD; Richmond; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Online learning platform

Free glasses & contacts allowance

Growth opportunities

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Bailey Nelson in Nelson is hiring a Part Time Optical Assistant to join our brand new store opening in November 2026. You’ll be at the heart of the customer experience, helping people find their perfect frames and supporting their eyecare needs.

No prior optical experience required—we’ll teach you. You’ll have access to world-class online learning, a quarterly glasses product allowance plus a year of contacts, and clear pathways to grow into full-time roles in the future.

Qualifications

• Customer-first mindset with experience in retail, hospitality, or similar.
• Optical experience welcome; training provided if needed.
• Energetic, positive attitude and can-do approach.
• Thrives in a dynamic, fast-changing environment.
• Strong time management while maintaining excellent service.
• Problem-solving to help customers find the right solution.
• Team player who builds good relationships.
• Results-driven and goal-oriented.
• Availability to work across Thursday to Monday.
• Reliable and adaptable, supports team during peak trading periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers in finding frames and support eyecare needs.
• Create a memorable in-store experience for every visitor.
• Support the team during peak trading periods and busy times.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Optical experience

Energy & attitude

Adaptability

Time management

Problem solving

Team player

Results oriented

Flexibility

Adaptable & reliable

Job description

Bailey Nelson in Nelson is hiring a Part Time Optical Assistant to join our brand new store opening in November 2026. You’ll be at the heart of the customer experience, helping people find their perfect frames and supporting their eyecare needs.

No prior optical experience required—we’ll teach you. You’ll have access to world-class online learning, a quarterly glasses product allowance plus a year of contacts, and clear pathways to grow into full-time roles in the future.