Posted 20 July, 2026
Casual Sales Assistant - New Lynn
Animates Holdings NZ Ltd
Auckland, AUK, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 92ecfa10878c11fa
Job Description
At Animates, we’re passionate about helpingpet parents give their pets the happiest, healthiest lives possible. Animates is New Zealand’s largest pet carespecialist, with 48 retail stores, 27 grooming salons and 15 vet clinics working together across communities to support the wellbeing of pets. Every dayour teams empower pet parents withtrusted advice, quality products and expert services so they can make informeddecisions for the animals they love. As part of our busy and vibrant New Lynn store, you’ll enjoy being part of a fun team and be supported by a Manager who is passionate about developing others. You'll also have easy access to train and bus stations. This is a casual role, where flexibility is required, with the availability to work weekends, weekdays and public holidays. What will I be doing? This isn’t your regular customer service role. Here at Animates, the advice you give and the products you sell make a real difference to the lives of pets. Our values-led culture and extensive training will develop your expertise to provide specialist nutrition advice, suggest educational toys and know what fish species make good tank-mates + much more! Other daily tasks include fulfilling eCommerce orders, and you may be required to lift heavy items e.g. bags of dog food. What we’re looking for: You’ll pride yourself on delivering customer service excellence, proactively seek solutions and be committed to ongoing learning. To be successful you’ll also have: Experience in a customer facing role (retail experience preferred) Physical ability to lift stock (up to 20kg) Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends and public holidays A positive attitude and dedication to being a valuable team member Why you'll love Animates: Animates is a businessbuilt on the love of pets and the people who care for them. We’re an inclusive employer that valuesdiversity and the unique perspectives our people bring. As a proud Rainbow TickCertified Employer, we encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. If you share our love for the pets andthe pet parents we serve, the products we sell, andthe work we do, this is a place for you to build a rewarding career! #J-18808-Ljbffr