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Start your career with The Salvation Army today!
We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.
ABOUT US
The Salvation Army is one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.
WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS
The Thrift Shop is a vital part of The Salvation Army Parafield Gardens. We are looking for a Thrift Shop Manager who exudes our values of integrity, compassion, respect, diversity and collaboration. Understanding that the Thrift Shop exists to meet community and come alongside those who need us most, the key focus is always on the people we serve.
The Thrift Shop Manager will participate in a greater mission supporting the Corps Officers, leading volunteers, and collaborating with a unified identity across all aspects of Parafield Gardens Salvos. Applicants are encouraged to envision not just a retail opportunity, but becoming an integral part of a new era of community engagement and collaborative mission in the northern suburbs of Adelaide. This position is full- time, max term.
THE ROLE YOU COULD PLAY
You will lead a healthy inclusive culture of generosity with a professional business approach, ensuring positive community spirit amongst the volunteer team and provides an overall welcoming environment for our customers.
Oversee the operations of the shop- quality customer service, diligence in cash handling and banking, quality sorting of donated goods, pricing and maintaining the general appearance and upkeep of the shop.
Supervision & Management of all volunteers – Recruitment, training and supervision of volunteers, guidance and mentoring of volunteers to ensure their practices are consistent with TSA mission and values.
Achieve budget and grow sales – Work with Corps Officers to set and achieve an annual budget, track daily sales in line with budget targets, encourage local community and businesses to donate quality goods to maintain sales.
Provide quality customer service- Provide coaching to volunteers of good customer service and provide feedback and encouragement.
Maintain a safe and healthy environment – All volunteers, employees and customers follow WHS policies and procedures and that you are demonstrating good WHS practice.
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
Experience in Customer Service and Retail
Experience in Managing a team of staff/volunteers
Complete TSA induction modules and any other training as required
First Aid Certificate (advantage)
A national police record check is required
Vaccination Status
Drivers Licence
Working with Children Check
The Salvation Army is subject to public health orders. You may be required to provide evidence of vaccine status dependent on requirements.
YOUR LIFE AT THE SALVOS
Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
Discounted health and fitness programs through Fitness Passport
Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme
Generous Parental Leave offering of 12 weeks
Up to 5 days paid leave per year to support a TSA program or activity
An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.
We are committed to providing a safe environment for our people. Please note that The Salvation Army has a mandatory vaccination procedure.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
