Retail Assistant - Hardware/Outdoors Department
Fairhaven Op Shopping Village (Fairhaven Services) – Point Clare NSW
Join our passionate team at Fairhaven Op Shopping Village and help transform donated hardware and outdoor gear into opportunities for people with disabilities. As a Hardware & Outdoors Department Volunteer, you'll play a vital role in our mission to provide essential services to Central Coast families. Since 1962, we've been making a difference in our community, and our Op Shop is at the heart of this work.
We're looking for DIY enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers who can help us assess, sort, and display our ever-changing collection of tools, camping equipment, sporting goods, and outdoor accessories, ensuring they find new homes at fair market value. Your contribution will directly support our disability services while promoting sustainable living in our community. If you have a passion for hardware and the outdoors and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to welcome you to our volunteer family.
At Fairhaven Op Shopping Village, you'll join an incredibly warm and welcoming team who make volunteering feel more like catching up with friends. Everyone is valued and included here, regardless of their background or abilities, creating a truly inclusive environment where you can make a real difference. Plus, there are fun social perks like the annual Christmas party, where the whole organisation comes together to celebrate their shared achievements and enjoy some well-deserved festivity.
Key Duties:
* Sort and evaluate donated hardware, tools, and outdoor gear for quality, safety, and condition
* Price items according to our Fair Price Promise guidelines and current market values
* Identify premium brands, professional-grade tools, and collectible outdoor equipment
* Create practical displays that showcase tools, camping gear, and sporting equipment effectively
* Maintain organised and tidy department presentation with clear categorisation
* Monitor stock levels and rotate seasonal outdoor items regularly
* Assist customers with product advice and answer queries about tools and outdoor equipment
* Handle and store items appropriately, ensuring tools are stored safely
Skills and Experience:
* Knowledge of hardware, tools, outdoor gear, and trusted brands
* Good eye for quality and ability to assess item condition and safety
* Physical ability to handle hardware and outdoor equipment safely
* Organised approach to sorting and categorising merchandise
* Customer service skills and friendly demeanour
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Previous hardware retail, outdoor retail, or op shop experience beneficial but not required
* Must be reliable and able to commit to regular shifts.
Category
Disability Services
Commitment
Regular - more than 6 months
Type Of Work
Retail & Sales
Time Required
Whether you can spare a morning each week or a few days, every hour makes a difference
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