Lead Hair Stylist & Colour Technician

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commission potential

Premium hair products

Advanced education opportunities

Industry events participation

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch seeks an exceptional Lead Hair Stylist & Colour Technician to guide its creative team. You will lead advanced cutting, styling, and colour services, mentor juniors, and ensure top client satisfaction in a premier salon.

Join a stylish Western Cape salon that values innovation, education, and premium products, with opportunities for growth and leadership within a vibrant beauty scene.

Qualifications

• A recognized hairdressing qualification and extensive experience as a stylist and colour technician.
• Proven expertise in advanced cutting, styling, and wide range of colour techniques.
• Demonstrated leadership experience with ability to motivate and manage a salon team.

Responsibilities

• Perform expert hair cutting, styling, and finishing services for diverse hair types and styles.
• Specialize in advanced colour techniques, including balayage, ombre, highlights, and full colour transformations.
• Lead and mentor a team of junior stylists and colourists, providing guidance and training on techniques and client service.
• Conduct detailed client consultations to assess needs and provide tailored hair and colour recommendations.
• Maintain impeccable salon standards, ensuring a clean, organized, and welcoming atmosphere for clients.
• Stay at the forefront of industry trends, continuously updating skills and introducing new services and techniques.

Skills

Advanced cutting

Styling

Colour techniques

Balayage/ombré

Leadership

Client consults

Education

Hairdressing qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious salon in the heart of Stellenbosch , is seeking an exceptional Lead Hair Stylist & Colour Technician to guide their creative team. This pivotal role demands a blend of advanced technical skills in cutting, styling, and expert colour application, along with strong leadership qualities. You will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of hairdressing services, mentoring junior stylists, and driving client satisfaction within a sophisticated salon environment. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact and lead innovation in a renowned establishment in the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform expert hair cutting, styling, and finishing services for diverse hair types and styles.


• Specialize in advanced colour techniques, including balayage, ombre, highlights, and full colour transformations.


• Lead and mentor a team of junior stylists and colourists, providing guidance and training on techniques and client service.


• Conduct detailed client consultations to accurately assess needs and provide tailored hair and colour recommendations.


• Maintain impeccable salon standards, ensuring a clean, organized, and welcoming atmosphere for clients.


• Stay at the forefront of industry trends, continuously updating skills and introducing new services and techniques.

Requirements

• A recognized hairdressing qualification and extensive experience as a stylist and colour technician.


• Proven expertise in advanced cutting, styling, and a wide range of colour application techniques.


• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and manage a salon team effectively.


• Excellent client consultation skills and the ability to build strong, lasting relationships.


• A strong portfolio showcasing creative and technical hairdressing skills.


• Passion for the beauty industry and a commitment to excellence and continuous learning in Stellenbosch .

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, reflective of experience and leadership responsibilities, plus commission potential.


• A prime location in a stylish salon within Stellenbosch .


• Opportunities for advanced education and participation in industry events.


• Access to premium hair products and cutting-edge salon technology.


• A supportive and collaborative team culture focused on creativity and professional growth.


• Be a leader in the vibrant beauty scene of the Western Cape .