Donation Treasure Hunter

Hospice Waikato is an inclusive, supportive and diverse organisation focused on leading the way in the growing specialist field of palliative care. We are committed to providing high quality, patient focused, equitable care, for Waikato people living with a terminal condition and for those who support them. Our culture is nurturing in spirit and our CARE values inform everything we do.

Hospice Waikato:

- Recognises people and the difference they make
- Is committed to developing its people to the highest professional skill level
- Understands the value of emotional support for all
- Delivers its services with a multidisciplinary focus
- Is committed to being the best in its field

Our stores sell a range of recycled goods including furniture, clothing, shoes, bedding, books, home ware, bric-a-brac and more. Reporting to the Lake Road Retail Manager, this behind the scenes role is responsible for identifying our treasures amongst our donations.

Sorting through and organising donations and working as a member of the retail team to ensure brands are identified and positioned to create the optimal revenue - supporting the best customer shopping experience possible.

To be the right fit for this role and our organisation you will:

- Know your brands and labels and/or good quality when you see it
- Have a passion for retail and excellent customer service
- Enjoy the fact that you are helping the environment promoting sustainable retail options
- Have a positive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile - we do that
- Be able to work under pressure, in a pretty fast-paced environment
- Be able to work alongside and have fun with our fabulous volunteers and staff
- Be honest and reliable - it’s vital
- Be physically fit, as there is a component of lifting and moving goods and furniture
- Be excited to make a difference everyday

This rewarding 40 hour role requires you to work from Monday to Friday.

Applicants must have NZ residency or a valid work visa.

As a health provider and due to the nature of contact across sites, in order to be eligible to work with Hospice Waikato, all staff are required to be fully vaccinated, and proof of your vaccination status will be required.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment health screening (including drug testing) and complete a Ministry of Justice criminal records check, the results of which must be to Hospice Waikato’s satisfaction.