ABOUT US
SPCA is one of the most trusted and respected charities in New Zealand, with a proud history of helping animals in need and advocating for animal welfare since 1872.  With over 90 Op Shops across New Zealand, we give second-hand goods a new life and every purchase help rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome animals in need. 

We are opening a new SPCA Op Shop in Warkworth and building a team to support this community-focused store. We are inviting expressions of interest from reliable, customer-focused individuals for a part-time Op Shop Assistant role that supports day-to-day store operations and SPCA’s animal welfare mission.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
As an Op Shop Assistant, you’ll play an important hands-on role in helping bring the store to life each day. You’ll support the smooth running of the shop, provide great customer service, and help ensure donated goods are processed and presented to a high standard.

This position will be:

• Part-time – 16 hours per week
• Sunday and Monday, 8:45am to 5:15pm

Key Responsibilities

• Work sole charge on rostered days, taking full responsibility for daily shop operations.
• Receive, sort, price, and merchandise donated goods in line with SPCA guidelines.
• Ensure the shop is clean, welcoming, and well-stocked throughout the day.
• Provide friendly and professional customer service, creating a positive experience for shoppers and donors.
• Accurately process sales and cash handling, including end-of-day reconciliation.
• Provide cover and basic team supervision in the manager’s absence.
• Help support and guide volunteers in their roles.
• Ensure health & safety and SPCA procedures are followed.

Skills & Experience

• Retail experience essential (charity retail a bonus).
• Confident working sole charge and managing day-to-day shop responsibilities.
• Able to work flexibly across the shop floor, till, and sorting area.
• Confident communicator who enjoys helping others.
• Reliable, organised, and proactive with good attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in a team and independently.
• Basic computer skills, including using a till system and simple data entry.
• Physically fit and able to lift/move stock as required.

SPCA PURRRKS
If you're looking for a role where your values, wellbeing, and contributions truly matter, here’s what we offer:

• Enjoy a paid day off for your Birthday, it’s our way of celebrating you!
• A workplace culture where collaboration, development and kindness are key.
• Exclusive discounts and benefits, including pet insurance and retail offers.
• Access to 24/7 confidential wellness support.
• Feel good knowing your work is improving the lives of animals in need.

HOW TO APPLY
Click Apply Now to submit your expression of interest via our careers portal. We’ll be reviewing submissions and contacting suitable candidates as the role progresses. To find out more about the role, click here to view the position description.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.