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Optical Assistant (Casual role for Grade 12 student / University student)

Specsavers
Launceston, TAS
A$30-$35 p/h
Healthcare & Medical → Optical
Casual
On-site

Posted 8 days ago


JOIN THE TEAM AT SPECSAVERS LAUNCESTON

Specsavers Launceston is Tasmania’s largest Optometry Practice. On any given day we have a team of over 20 professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional eye care.

We’re looking for new team members to join our dynamic and supportive workplace.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are specifically looking for Launceston-based university students for casual roles. Students should be beginning their degree in 2025 or 2026, with the intention of working in our store for the duration of their degree. Our business is seasonal with busy summers, allowing us to increase hour for university students on their summer break. Typically a University student might work ~5 days per fortnight during university semester, and up to 10 days per fortnight over Summer.

We are also seeking full-time and part-time employees (see our other advertised role).

Availability Requirements: Candidates must be available every second Saturday and during busy periods over summer.

Casual roles are a great fit for university students who can increase their hours during summer.

This is a customer-facing role in a fast-paced retail environment, where you’ll be assisting patients and ensuring they receive outstanding service. Retail experience is preferred but not essential, as we provide comprehensive on-site training.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assisting patients with optical screening tests

Helping our patients choose glasses and contact lenses (optical dispensing)

Fitting and repairing glasses

Handling basic administrative tasks

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We’re seeking patient-focused individuals who are confident, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a high-performance team.

Ideal candidates will have:
✅ Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new IT systems
✅ Excellent attention to detail and a passion for patient care
✅ A friendly, professional approach to customer service
✅ A high standard of professionalism and personal presentation
✅ The ability to work effectively within a team
✅ Availability to work every second Saturday

ABOUT SPECSAVERS LAUNCESTON

Specsavers Launceston is a locally owned franchise, operated by three local owners who work in-store and are committed to fostering a safe and positive workplace.

We take pride in our excellent workplace satisfaction, as reflected in our annual “Great Place to Work” survey, where staff provide anonymous feedback to management.

HOW TO APPLY:

If you’re ready to be part of a thriving team and make a real impact in patient care, we’d love to hear from you!

📌 To apply, click the APPLY button and attach your CV and cover letter outlining your skills and experience.

Important: To be considered for the role, candidates must complete a video response to four standard questions as part of the application process.

We look forward to meeting you!


About Specsavers

Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Retail & Consumer Products
1001-5000 employees

Today, the Specsavers Partnership enjoys global success. With more than 1,700 stores and in 10 countries, we are the world’s largest optical retailer. Each business operates as a Joint Venture Partnership, meaning the stores are part-owned and managed by its directors. They are supported by centralised teams of specialists within our Support Offices in areas such as Marketing, Accounting, IT and Supply Chain.

In 2007, we launched in the Australian market as a wholesale business. In 2008, we became a retailer, opening 100 stores in 100 days across Australia. In the same year we went on to open our first stores in New Zealand.

The Australian and New Zealand business has continued to grow with over 350 stores now operating across the ANZ network. We have also got the largest optical manufacturing facility in the Southern Hemisphere, which opened in Port Melbourne in 2009.

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