Op Shop Assistant / Palmerston North

About Us

SPCA

is one of the most trusted and respected charities in New Zealand, with a proud history of helping animals in need and advocating for animal welfare since

With over 90 Op Shops across New Zealand, we give second-hand goods a new life and every purchase helps rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need.

Our Palmerston North Op Shop has a new manager and we are seeking a new retail assistant to join them on the exciting growth journey they have started.

With a team of dedicated and experienced volunteers, and some new faces, this shop aims to deliver great products and service 7 days a week.

Are you enthusiastic about customer service, hardworking and reliable?

Do you like to laugh and engage with team members and your local community?

Dear reader, if you said yes, please continue.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity at our Palmerston North SPCA Op Shop for a :

Op Shop Assistant

Permanent Part Time

Sunday and Monday 8.45am – 5.15pm

Key Responsibilities

Work sole charge on rostered days, taking full responsibility for daily shop operations.

Receive, sort, price, and merchandise donated goods in line with SPCA guidelines.

Ensure the shop is clean, welcoming, and well-stocked throughout the day.

Serve customers with warmth and professionalism, promoting positive donor and shopper experiences.

Accurately process sales and cash handling, including end-of-day reconciliation.

Provide cover and basic team supervision in the manager's absence.

Help support and guide volunteers in their roles.

Ensure health & safety and SPCA procedures are followed.

About You

You're a team player with a passion for great service and a knack for retail.

Whether it's pricing donated goods, helping customers, or supporting volunteers, you enjoy pitching in wherever needed to keep things running smoothly.

Skills & Experience

Retail or customer service experience (charity retail a bonus).

Confident working sole charge and making operational decisions when required.

Able to work flexibly across the shop floor, till, and sorting area.

Confident communicator who enjoys helping others.

Reliable, organised, and proactive with good attention to detail.

Comfortable working in a team and independently.

Physically fit and able to lift / move stock as required.

SPCA PURRRKS

At SPCA, working with purpose is just the beginning.

Our team is passionate about animal welfare and proud to make a real difference across New Zealand.

If you're looking for a role where your values, wellbeing, and contributions truly matter, here's what we offer :

Enjoy a paid day off for your Birthday, it's our way of celebrating you!

A workplace culture where collaboration, development and kindness are key.

Exclusive discounts and benefits, including pet insurance and retail offers.

Access to 24 / 7 confidential wellness support.

Feel good knowing your work is improving the lives of animals in need.

How to Apply

Don't miss out click Apply Now!

We're reviewing applications as they arrive, so apply today and get one step closer to joining our purpose-driven team!

Please note that emailed CVs will not be accepted.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

All candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

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