Retail Assistant Manager Huapai

Ko wai matou - About us:

Hato Hone St John has been serving New Zealanders and working to save lives since 1885. As well as providing Ambulance Services, our programmes and team of over 11,000 staff and volunteers are helping to build strong, resilient communities across the motu; supporting everyone in Aotearoa to live healthier, happier and longer lives.

He aha te turanga - About the role:

Oversee the smooth running of our Huapai Retail Store two days a week.

• Wednesday 8 hrs ( 8.30am to 5pm)
• Saturday 6.5 hrs.(9am to 4pm)

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

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
• Be at least 18 years old.
• Be physically fit as you will be on your feet all day and lifting and carrying donations.
• The role is 80% mahi and 20% support and 100% rewarding.

Me pehea te tuku tono - How to apply

Click "I'm interested" before applications close on 19th June 2026

For further information please contact Helen Rayner, Recruitment Advisor 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 pohiritia nei e matou, te whanau o Hato Hone St John, nga rereketanga o ia tangata ki te haramai. E awhinatia e matou i nga whakaaro rereke, kia mahi pai i roto i nga hapori katoa. Ko ta matou nei haepapa, kia hangaia tatahi ahuru mowai ma 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 korero.