Optical Assitant

We have a fantastic opportunity for an outgoing and motivated Optical Assistant to join our team here at Specsavers Invercargill. This is a full-time position for Tuesday to Saturday, 8.30am-5.30pm.

About the role:

You will be involved in all aspects of our customer's optometric journey from using high-tech pre-testing equipment to dispensing and frame styling. You'll work to healthcare guidelines (as well as our own high standards), give good clear advice because of your love for fashion and styling, and provide a great experience at every opportunity which exceed our customers’ expectations. You will have fantastic organisation and communication skills, able to work effectively in a team, and thrive on working at a fast pace.

Skills and experience:
The successful candidate will have a rewarding career with Specsavers and will possess the following skills and experience:

• Experience working effectively in a team environment as well autonomously
• A self-starter with a sense of humour who enjoys variety and a busy environment
• Excellent verbal and written skills with strong attention to detail
• The ability to build genuine and supportive relationships with colleagues and customers

No experience in optics or audiology but you have a passion for professional healthcare and a willingness to undergo training with us to help you reach your full potential? We want to hear from you!

Benefits and perks:

• Birthday Leave
• 2 Pairs of Free Glasses per year
• Friends & Family Discount
• Access to Specsavers Perks staff discount program
• An in-depth on boarding and training program, that will continue throughout your career
• Career development and advancement opportunities

About Specsavers

Specsavers are rated the market leader for eye tests, the retailer of choice for contact lenses and one of the fastest growing hearing providers in Australia and New Zealand. We are on a continual mission to transform eye and hearing health by eliminating preventable vision loss and blindness, including Glaucoma and Diabetes, through improved prevention and early detection, as well as providing accessible and affordable hearing care.

If this sounds like you, click apply now!

Please note due to the high volume of applications only successful candidates will be contacted. We thank you in advanced for your interest in Specsavers