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The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Be part of the St Mary's Life Essentials Store team, a retail store with a difference!

️St Mary's Life Essentials Store is a retail store with a difference. Join our team of volunteers as we to provide good quality essential items at a greatly reduced cost to our community members when they are most in need of help.

If you would like to make a difference in the lives of our community members by helping us create a safe space where everyone is welcomed into our store with kindness and compassion apply to volunteer with us today!

️As a volunteer in one of our Lifestyle Essentials Store, you'll help provide perishable and non-perishable food items to those in need in our community. Every purchase supports our vital programs and services.

Whether you are part of the team replenishing stock, serving as the cashier or cleaning up and getting the store ready for the next day, you will be helping us make a difference in the lives of local families.

Forge meaningful connections with fellow staff members and volunteers and experience the joy of working together towards a common goal. Whether you are passionate about merchandising, customer service, Driving or assisting our drivers, or community engagement, there is a role for you to shine and showcase your talents.

Ready to become a part of the St Marys Lifestyle Essential Store team? Reach out to us today and discover how you can get involved, make a difference, and be a force for good in your community.

Join the Salvation Army and help us make a difference, one purchase at a time!

Development opportunities with this role:

This role will give volunteers an opportunity to develop skills and build experience in retail practices, sorting and stocking of shelves, as well as experience in working as a part of a team. Volunteers will receive on the job training and support, working alongside experience retail professionals in a caring and supportive environment. As an extra bonus, volunteers have access to professional development training.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child related roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Additionally, certain volunteer roles may require a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.