About the Role
Our General Store at Kingfisher Bay Resort, K'gari offers an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and dedicated retail attendant to join our team on a two-month fixed term contract, with the possibility of extending in the Retail or Food & Beverage department. Providing outstanding shopping experience to guests and island travellers. The role boasts a variety of aspects that will see you deliver great retail operations, manage point-of sale, arranging store merchandising and serving up coffee along with fuel for traveller's setting off on adventures across the island's sandtracks.
You must be motivated to maintain high retail standards, keep a neat and tidy store and be passionate about creating a positive team environment.
Reporting to the Retail Manager this is a permanent part-time position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight. The successful candidate is available for an immediate start and must be able to relocate to the island for this "live-on" position.
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
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Committed to providing brilliant customer experiences
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Demonstrates a "team player" attitude
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Prior experience working in a retail store
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Prior experience as a barista
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Knowledge of cash handling, open/closing
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Merchandising skills - desirable
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A valid Food Handling Certificate (or the ability to obtain)
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A valid Queensland RSA (or the ability to obtain)
Benefits - conditions apply
Living and working on K'gari is an experience like no other, and we’ve got some sweet perks to make it even better:
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Affordable Island Living: Only $160.06 per week, including accommodation, 3 daily staff meals, and Wi-Fi.
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Travel Allowance: An annual $1,000 SeaLink Employee Travel Allowance to help you explore.
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Exclusive Discounts: 25% off resort dining, bars, retail, and spa
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Employee Training Programs: We’re committed to your growth and development.
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Recognition Programs: Your hard work won’t go unnoticed—we’ve got awards and programs to celebrate you!
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Island Adventures: Free K'gari Explorer Tours—experience the beauty of the island up close.
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Convenient Transfers: Free ferry rides to and from the island—getting here is a breeze.
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Wellness Perks: Access to our pool, staff gym, tennis courts, and more. Work-life balance at its finest!
About Us
K'gari is a World Heritage listed island off Australia’s Eastern Queensland coast, is the world’s largest sand island, stretching over 120km. With cool towering rainforests to walk through and explore, over 100 freshwater lakes to swim in, including the iconic Lake McKenzie and Lake Wabby, and an amazing beach highway, where else would you rather be.
SeaLink K'gari is part of SeaLink Marine & Tourism, one of Australia's largest marine and tourism businesses with 11 business units across six states and territories, connecting our customers to many of Australia’s most beautiful island destinations and brilliant experiences. With globally recognised brands such as SeaLink, Captain Cook Cruises and Kingfisher Bay Resort we are a team who go beyond what others will do and are invested in supporting the communities and customers we serve.
SeaLink Marine and Tourism is part of the Kelsian Group - Australia’s largest integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator, with established bus operations in Australia, USA, Singapore, London and the Channel Islands.
About Kingfisher Bay Resort, K'gari
Tucked away amongst the trees along the calm western bay of K’gari (Fraser Island), lies Kingfisher Bay Resort, a haven of relaxation, and the ideal base to explore the destination’s World Heritage-listed sights. With hotel, villa and house accommodation, the resort’s dedicated team offer guests an array of culinary experiences, Ranger-guided nature walks and talks, an Island Day Spa, with guided 4WD tours and eco marine cruises departing daily. The resort connects travellers to a series of bucket list experiences and natural wonders, including the famed Lake McKenzie, ancient Pile Valley rainforest, glistening Champagne Pools and the vast 75 Mile Beach.
We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
How to Apply
Click APPLY and upload a copy of your up-to-date resume and cover letter.
Visa Applicants: If you are on a working holiday visa and wish to apply, you will need at least 5 months validity on your visa at time of application to be considered for this role. If you are looking to do your regional 88 days remote work to extend your visa, it is important to note that we DO NOT qualify for this program due to our location.
All final applicants for this position will be required to consent to a criminal record check. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically barred from applying for this position, as each application will be considered on its merits.
Living and working in paradise… we can’t think of anything better!
