Burnsco

Sales Assistant - Casual

Posted: Oct 27, 2025

Job Description

Casual Sales AssistantWhangareiReference: CSA23Looking for a job that’s a real catch?Since 1882, Burnsco has been supplying New Zealanders with all things boating, fishing, and motorhome. With 19 retail stores nationwide, and growing, there are always opportunities for development!We’re fishing for a Casual Sales Assistant to join our awesome Whangarei team. This casual vacancy requires availability for both weekends and weekdays, and availability over our busy summer period (December to February).As a Casual role, there are no set days or hours – you would be rostered for days in store as and when required (advance notice given).Why join us?Generous team discount on all Burnsco and Jaycar Electronics (our parent company) productsFuel DiscountsFree EAP Support (Employee Assistance Program)Comprehensive ongoing internal and external training for career developmentIn-depth onboarding process and tailored career progression for a stable futureAbout YouYou are a Passionate and Inspiring people person, ready to assist our customers with Integrity and Care. Our customer is our focus; you will be able to showcase your Entrepreneurial sales skills to provide extraordinary customer service and, along with our friendly team, be able to show Discipline in adopting our proven retail approach.Your Responsibilities Will Include:Upholding proper Health and Safety standards of your environment, for the team and customersProviding exceptional customer service and product solutions to customersDevelop a deep understanding of our product range through our inhouse and external training modules as well as supplier update sessions to keep up with industry trendsOngoing merchandising of the store to ensure product availability for customersOperate Point of Sales system for all kinds of customer transactions Assist with unloading, processing, and storage of stockGeneral housekeeping duties to offer customers a positive store experienceWorking cooperatively with other team membersThe Ideal Candidate Will:Have personal or professional experience and interest within the Fishing, Marine or Motorhome industriesBe keen to champion our strong customer service culturePreferably have retail or customer service experienceHands on and happy to have an 'on your feet' jobBe able to work alternate weekends and some public holidaysAPPLY HEREAbout BurnscoWORKING AT BURNSCOAPPLY HEREAbout BurnscoCURRENT VACANCIESWORKING AT BURNSCOAPPLY HEREAbout BurnscoWORKING AT BURNSCO

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