Part Time Optometrist - Invercargill

OPSM; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eyecare retailer in Southland is looking for an Optometrist to provide excellent eye examinations and personalized lens solutions. You will use advanced technology, mentor junior staff, and work towards maximizing Eyecare revenue. Applicants need an Optometry degree and strong customer service skills. Enjoy diverse career progression, professional development opportunities, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Professional development programs

Graduate pathway program

Yearly product allowance

Product discounts

Qualifications

• Must hold an Optometry degree and be registered.
• Strong customer service skills are essential.
• Experience with advanced eye examination technology.

Responsibilities

• Perform eye examinations for a variety of customers.
• Recommend lens solutions tailored to customer lifestyles.
• Explain lens technology features and benefits to customers.
• Coach Graduate Optometrists in technology usage.
• Work with Store Manager to maximize Eyecare revenue.

Skills

Customer service

Lens technology

Coaching and mentoring

Eye examination expertise

Education

Optometry degree

Tools

Retinal Camera

Visual Field Analyser

Non-contact tonometer

Corneal Topographer

Optos UWDRS

OCT

Job description

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. We bring together the expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, creating a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs. We craft exclusive eyewear brands Ray‑Ban, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Persol, Costa and more, alongside esteemed licensed brands such as Tiffany & Co, Burberry, and CHANEL whilst our cutting‑edge lenses Varilux and Transitions lead the industry in innovation. In Australia and New Zealand we operate the iconic retail and eye care brands: Sunglass Hut, Oakley, OPSM, Ray‑Ban and Laubman & Pank. Every day, EssilorLuxottica’s 190,000 employees in 150 countries work towards a common mission to help people see more and be more.

About Us

At OPSM, we are a leading eyecare and eyewear retailer in Australia and New Zealand with more than 80 years of history. We are an integral business within the Luxottica Group, the global leader in eyewear headquartered in Milan, Italy. Our aim, is to raise the standard of eye health and eyecare, using our world‑class technology.

Our portfolio includes proprietary brands such as Ray‑Ban and Oakley, as well as licensed luxury brands such as Giorgio Armani, Burberry, CHANEL, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co., Valentino and Versace.

Your Opportunity

As an Optometrist in our store you will get to work with world‑class technology including Retinal Camera, Visual Field Analyser, Non‑contact tonometer, Corneal Topographer, Optos UWDRS and OCT. You will also understand the lives behind the eyes and identify how OPSM can help maximise a customer’s lifestyle enjoyment factor with appropriate eyecare, while providing the highest level of tailored customer service.

Your Responsibilities

• Perform eye examinations for a broad range and scope of customers by taking on different types of appointments e.g. kids, contact lenses, therapeutics etc.
• Confidently recommend lens solutions based on customer lifestyles
• Clearly explain lens technology, communicating the features and benefits of lens products to customers including coatings and extras
• Coach and mentor Graduate Optometrists in the usage and recommendation of technology to customers
• Work with the Store Manager and Managing Optometrists to maximise Eyecare revenue, including but not limited to technology, Optometry labour efficiencies and appropriate Medicare billing

Culture & Benefits

We are the leader in eyewear and eyecare around the world and are proud of our iconic brands, premium products and services. We are made up of a diverse and talented team who are excellence focused and passionate about providing exceptional customer service!

By Joining Us, You Will Enjoy The Following Benefits

• Diverse career progression opportunities to grow, develop and specialise in areas of interest
• Access to Luxottica's Institute of Professional Development including fellowship programs and post‑graduate scholarships
• An in‑depth graduate pathway program supported by a local mentor and team
• Local and global volunteering opportunities through our charity partner, OneSight
• A yearly product allowance and product discounts to treat yourself, family and friends

Next Steps

To be considered for this opportunity, please click apply and send your cover letter and resume today!

As an inclusive, team‑first company, our people are at the core of everything we do.

We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage.

We value flexibility and encourage our team members to work in ways that their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing.

We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating better experiences - for our customers and for each other.