Casual Op Shop Assistant/Furniture Removalist

Application Information

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• Hands-on retail and delivery support role with real community impact
• Support ethical shopping, sustainability and the work of the Christchurch City Mission
• Varied role across customer service, donations, stock handling, pick-ups and deliveries

About Us – Christchurch City Mission

The Christchurch City Mission (Te Whare Mīhana Ki Ōtautahi) helps anyone in need, no matter their situation. We work alongside people going through tough times—whether it’s due to job loss, housing issues, addiction, family difficulties, or financial stress.

We respond to both immediate crises and long-term challenges. Our services aim to build confidence, dignity, and skills so people can live independently and feel proud of themselves. We've seen lives change with our support and firmly believe everyone deserves compassion, support, and a second chance.

Our Op Shops play an important role in this kaupapa. They provide affordable pre-loved goods, reduce waste, create meaningful volunteering and work-readiness opportunities, and help fund the Mission’s services for local people and whānau. This casual role is based at our Barbadoes Street Op Shop.

About the role

We are looking for a practical, reliable and people-focused team member to join our team as a Casual Op Shop Assistant / Furniture Removalist. This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the day-to-day running of the shop, helping with donations and stock, serving customers, and assisting with furniture pick-ups and deliveries.

Key responsibilities

Retail store support

• Provide warm, helpful customer service that makes people feel welcome and supported
• Sort, price, display and restock donated goods efficiently and safely

Pick-ups and deliveries

• Assist the primary driver with scheduled donor pick-ups and customer or client deliveries
• Safely load, unload and move furniture and other donated items
• Build positive and respectful relationships with donors, clients, customers, volunteers and team members

About you

You will enjoy working with people, be comfortable with physical and practical tasks, and bring a positive, respectful approach to everyone you meet. You will also be reliable, organised and able to work safely in a busy retail and delivery environment.

• Retail, customer service, Op Shop, warehousing or stock-handling experience
• Confidence with POS systems, cash handling, pricing and restocking
• Good physical fitness and the ability to safely lift and move furniture and bulky items
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, professional manner
• A full current driver licence; Class 2 would be an advantage

Why join us?

This is a great opportunity to join a values-led organisation where everyday retail and delivery tasks contribute to something bigger. Every donation sorted, item sold and delivery completed helps support the Christchurch City Mission’s work with people and whānau across Canterbury.

Apply now

If you are practical, reliable and motivated by making a difference, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short cover letter telling us about your relevant experience and why this role interests you.

Note: Applicants must have NZ/AU citizenship, residency, or a valid work visa.