Retail Assistant
Casual Retail Assistant- Waipuna Hospice
Job variety working across all shop locations
Supportive team environment
Work for a great cause
At Waipuna Hospice, we're passionate about providing specialist palliative care to our communities in Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty. Our goal is to deliver a responsive, compassionate, and person-centred care to individuals living with life-limiting illnesses, which is often in their homes.We also have a welcoming inpatient unit in Te Puna for those who need extra support.
We’re a charity powered by passion, courage, teamwork, and community spirit. Our funding is made possible by our fundraising heroes, and our busy charity shops with partial support from the government.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference in our community as well as being part of an awesome team - this is the place for you. Come join us!About The Job
Are you energetic with a great work ethic?
Are you looking for a job with plenty of variety and where your day is so busy that time will fly?
Do casual hours suit you?
Do you want to work in a supportive and fun team environment?
We’re looking for Casual Retail Assistants to join our hardworking teams at our retail and depot locations in Te Puke, Papamoa, Mount Maunganui, Fraser Cove and Katikati.
The key tasks of the position include:
- Covering for leave on a casual basis
- Supporting the day-to-day operations of the shop
- Providing exceptional customer service
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Flexibility to work all shifts including Saturdays and Sundays across multiple shop locations
- Previous retail experience will be an advantage
- A passion for all things pre-loved and sustainable consumerism
- Great customer service and communications skills
- A caring, sensitive manner when dealing with people from all walks of life
- A positive and can-do attitude and be a team player
- High level of fitness with the ability to be on your feet and move/carry items as required
- A great sense of humour that loves to deliver a great customer experience
- A reliable vehicle
- A fun, friendly and supportive team environment
- Excellent working conditions
- Staff wellness programmes because we care about our staff
- A competitive remuneration package
- Discounts to local dentists, pharmacies, and health insurance
- Free onsite parking, depending on location
THE WAIPUNA WAY
Our Purpose:To champion equitable end-of-life care for our communities.
Our Vision:A world where there is compassionate end-of-life care for all.Our Values
We are inclusive IKotahitanga
Everyone mattersWe are courageous IKia Manawanui
Be braveWe make it simple IKia Ngawari
Make it easierWe are guardians IKaitiakitanga
Caring about today and tomorrowCOME AND JOIN US
We are committed to working with local Iwi and promoting equity and inclusivity across the organisation in support of our values. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Many skills and experiences have shaped you into the unique person you are. Not all skills and experiences are gained in classrooms or formal employment. If you gained your experience through whanau life, community or volunteering (mahi aroha) then we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
Waipuna Hospice acknowledges and respects individual diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. In your application we want to see the real you, share your story and become part of ours.TO APPLY
If you're ready to join a dynamic team and make a real difference, apply now with your CV and a cover letter, letting us know why you’re looking for casual work and what makes you a great fit for this role.
Our application process might include interviews, job testing, reference checks, and pre-employment screening (we want to make sure you're as awesome as we think you are!).
We review the applications as they come in and continue until the position is filled.
Applications close 29th May 2026