Op Shop Assistant Store Manager

RSPCA is Australia’s most trusted and recognised animal welfare charity, dedicated to protecting animals, preventing cruelty and creating a better future for all animals. For 150 years, we have rescued animals from cruelty and neglect, provided shelter, veterinary care and rehabilitation, helped animals find loving homes, and advocated for stronger welfare protections and lasting change. We are the only animal welfare charity in South Australia empowered by State Parliament to investigate and prosecute animal cruelty and neglect. Everything we do is driven by one belief: every animal deserves a life free from cruelty and to be treated with compassion, dignity and respect.

About the opportunity:

RSPCA South Australia is seeking applications for several Casual Op Shop Assistant Store Managers to join our growing Op Shop network across the North-east region.

In this dynamic role, you will work across a variety of stores, providing leadership and operational support as needed. Working closely with our Store Managers, you will help drive the day-to-day success of our stores by delivering exceptional customer service, achieving sales targets, maintaining high standards of visual merchandising, and helping manage our dedicated team of volunteers.

About you: 

You are a motivated and hands-on retail leader who leads by example and inspires those around you. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, foster a positive and inclusive team culture, and are passionate about delivering outstanding customer service.

As our successful candidate you will: 

• Demonstrated experience (2+ years preferred) in a retail leadership or management role.

• Demonstrated ability to positively influence sales and profit result.

• Flexibility to work across multiple store locations and adapt to changing operational requirements.

• A valid driver's licence and reliable transport, with the ability to travel throughout our North-East Op Shop network, including locations between Adelaide CBD (Rundle Mall) to Gawler.

• Experience working within a volunteer-based environment (desirable).

• A current National Police Clearance.

• Have availability to work across a seven-day rotating roster.

About our culture

RSPCA is an organisation which is energised by an incredible purpose and passion to achieve the best outcomes for animals everywhere. An environment that will help them thrive, grow and be a better you. RSPCA encompasses the following values:

• Act With Courage

• Seek Positive Outcomes

• Lead The Way

• Show Compassion

Staff benefits:

• 50% discount on Royal Canin pet food

• 25% discount on all adoptions

• 20% discount on RSPCA Op Shop purchases

• 15% discount on veterinary services (all services) at any South Australian Best for Pets clinic within the Vet Partners network

• Discount adoptions and retail products from RSPCA Adelaide Animal Care Campus located at O’Halloran Hill

• Free on-site car parking

• Access to free employee counselling via our EAP provide

How to apply:
If this role excites you, click ‘Apply’ ensuring to include your current resume and cover letter detailing your skills and experience, why you believe you are the best candidate for the role and why RSPCA’s mission is important to you.  

Due to the expected high number of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; we thank all candidates for the time taken to apply for one of these exciting opportunities.  

Only applications that include a cover letter will be considered. 

Please note we are actively reviewing applications, if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible 

Assistance from recruitments agencies is not required.  

RSPCA South Australia is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we strongly encourage people from all cultural backgrounds to apply.