Retail Assistant Manager Petone

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Hato Hone St John is hiring a Retail Assistant Manager for the Petone store, working Saturdays 9:30 am to 4:30 pm for 6.5 hours, to cover the Store Manager on other days. You will support operations and revenue targets, sort donations, restock, maintain displays and cleanliness, price goods, foster customer service, and lead volunteers. The ideal candidate brings retail experience, an interest in second hand goods, the ability to motivate volunteers, a customer focused can do attitude, and strong organisational and interpersonal skills. Apply by 27 January 2026 by clicking I’m interested, and tailor your application to show relevant retail and leadership experience, flexibility to cover days, and alignment with our inclusive culture; accommodations available on request.

Company Description

Ko wai mātou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders since 1885. Today, our 11,000-strong team of kaimahi and volunteer works across Aotearoa to enhance the health and wellbeing of our communities. From responding to 111 calls to supporting people to stay healthy through our mahi in health education, access, and monitoring, we are making life-changing differences every day.

Job Description

He aha te tūranga - About the role: 

An exciting opportunity is now available for an experienced assistant manager to join our Petone retail team. In this role, you will oversee the smooth running of our Petone Retail Store 9:30-4:30 on Saturdays, working 6.5 hours each week.

Ideally you will also be available to cover for the Store Manager on other days of the week, if required. Some of the key responsibilities include:

• Supporting store manager in operations and achieving the shop’s revenue targets
• Sorting donations and restocking shelves
• Maintaining store displays and cleanliness
• Collaborating with the manager to price goods appropriately
• Encouraging and supporting exceptional customer service
• Leading and motivating volunteers

Qualifications

Ko wai koe - About you:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience in retail and interest in second-hand goods
• Ability to lead and motivate volunteers
• Customer focused with a "can-do" attitude
• Organised with an eye for detail
• Great interpersonal skills

Additional Information

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click “I’m interested” before applications close on 27 January 2026

For further information please contact Elena Liang on 0800 ST JOHN for a confidential discussion. 
At Hato Hone St John, we embrace diversity, welcoming everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We value unique perspectives, fostering inclusivity to better serve our communities, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs.

E pōhiritia nei e mātou, te whānau o Hato Hone St John, ngā rerekētanga o ia tāngata ki te haramai.  E āwhinatia e mātou I ngā whakaaro rerekē, kia mahi pai I roto I ngā hāpori katoa.  Ko tā mātou nei haepapa, kia hanga tētahi āhuru mōwai mā tatou, kia mahi haumaru ai.

If you need accommodations for accessibility, please reach out to the recruiter listed for equitable participation in our recruitment process.

Research shows that women and people from under-represented groups are less likely to apply for roles when their experience doesn’t match the job description perfectly. If you’re excited and think you have what it takes, we want to hear from you! Even if your experience doesn’t align 100%. Please apply or contact the recruitment advisor listed on the advertisement for a kōrero.