Saltwater Aquarium Store Assistant

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Front Age Consulting Full time $72,000 - $104,000 per year

Saltwater Aquarium Store Sales Assistant

Our client is looking for 2 enthusiastic Store Assistants to join their young, vibrant team.

Pay: $26-$39 per hour (commensurate with experience)

This is a permanent position, with full time or part-time hours flexibility depending on operational requirements. Candidates with a minimum of 2 years hands-on experience owning a Saltwater Tank as a Hobbyist, a passion for marine life, and a cheerful, hardworking attitude is a definite advantage. We offer a competitive award wage that commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities :

  • Clean and maintain saltwater aquarium tanks, including gravel vacuuming, water changes, and coral care
  • Monitor and maintain optimal water quality for saltwater tanks, including salinity, pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate levels
  • Perform manual handling tasks, such as lifting and moving equipment, supplies, and saltwater containers (up to 20kg +)
  • Clean and maintain saltwater-specific equipment, such as protein skimmers, UV sterilizers, and reef tank filters
  • Assist with saltwater tank set-ups, including live rock placement, coral fragging, and marine livestock acclimation
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming store environment at all times
  • Follow safety protocols and wear personal protective equipment as required

Requirements:

  • Ability to lift up to 20kg + and perform manual handling tasks
  • Physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Positive, cheerful, and hardworking attitude
  • Must be able to work Wed-Fri, between 12pm-6pm and some weekends if required
  • Able to pass a National Police Check
  • Degree in Marine Biology or High School Diploma
  • Valid driver's license, a clean driving record and own transport to get to/fro work punctually, free parking
  • Reside in Eastern Suburbs or within 10km radius

Bonus

  • Sales and customer service solutions with a can-do and "customer is king" attitude
  • Previous experience working in a similar environment or as a marine hobbyist is a definite advantage
  • Strong knowledge of saltwater fish, corals, aquarium maintenance, marine life care, and water chemistry

Why Join Us?

  • Work in a fun, supportive, and passionate team environment
  • Opportunity to share your expertise with customers and colleagues
  • Permanent employment offered after probationary period

If you're a bubbly, energetic individual with a passion for saltwater aquariums and meet the requirements, we'd love to hear from you Apply now to join our vibrant team with a cover letter why you feel you should be considered for the role/resume and help us create thriving saltwater environments for our beloved customers.

In order for us to progress your application, please send us a cover letter detailing :-

  1. Your experience with saltwater aquariums

  2. Your availability (which days and time)

  3. Which suburb do you live

  4. Preferred dates/times for Interviews (online)

  5. When can you start

If you have applied for this role previously and were unsuccessful, please do not re-apply. Due to the volume of applications we receive, only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for Interviews.

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