Join our team at ALLBIDS!

Canberra's leading online auction house, ALLBIDS.com.au, has a new role at our Fyshwick premises for an outgoing and tech-savvy multi-tasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for ensuring an exceptional experience for our visitors, vendors, buyers and staff in the following key areas:

• Taking cash and EFTPOS payments;
• Using our inhouse IT platform to manage buyer registrations, payments, log consignments and document vehicle ownership transfers;
• Fielding inquiries in person, by telephone and online in a busy reception;
• Handling freight inquiries;
• Maintaining the presentation and cleanliness of the reception and other front of house areas including some light cleaning.

Why you’ll love this role:

• You'll be the first point of contact and set the tone for the whole customer experience.
• There is something new and different every day in the auction industry.
• You'll be part of an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• Excellent training and tools will be provided to be successful in your role.

Attributes we’re looking for:

• Exceptional written and spoken English - you will be at the forefront of representing our company and the quality and clarity of our verbal and online communications with vendors and buyers is a high priority;
• Experience handling cash, credit card and EFTPOS payment systems and end-of-day reconciliations;
• High level of IT proficiency and ability to adapt to new programs quickly;
• Experience in general office functions (information management, filing, telephone systems);
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and multi-task effectively;
• A passion for detail and order;
• Ability to undertake physical duties such as cleaning or moving items for sale;
• A passion for collecting (anything!) and knowledge of the auction industry would be a bonus;
• Minimum two years' experience in a similar role or other relevant experience.

Hours

The preference is for Tuesday-Friday 8.30am-5pm and Saturday 8.30am-12pm. Other options and substantial part time (e.g. school hours) may be considered for the right candidate.

Immediate start.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Send your up-to-date resume including qualifications and employment history via Seek, including names and contact details of two workplace referees.
2. In a short cover letter to the Hiring Manager use your writing skills to describe why you would like this role and what you would bring to working at Allbids.

Please note, applications not including this information may not be considered.

Shortlisted applicants will undertake an initial online interview followed by a written trial where you can demonstrate your aptitude for the role.

Join us at ALLBIDS for an exciting role that goes beyond the ordinary. If you're passionate about presentation and customer experience and eager to be part of a thriving online industry, we want to hear from you!