Point Lonsdale Shop

A small shop with a big heart.

From beachy holiday wear to essential homewares and books our 'Lonny' Op Shop is full of gems. Uniting Op Shops provide affordable clothing and homeware items in a welcoming and inclusive environment, while providing an essential role in funding program delivery.  

Volunteers are at the heart of our organisation and a crucial part of our retail shops. We are flexible and work to accommodate busy volunteers, ideally you would be available 1 – 3 days per week for full day or half day shifts. If you like people, customer service, merchandising, fashion, have an interest in the environment and learning new skills - any or all the above! – then this opportunity is for you. We look forward to getting to know you and welcoming you to our team! 

Join the heart of Uniting Op Shops at our Point Lonsdale Op Shop 

Our aim is to delight customers in a meaningful and memorable way in a contemporary retail environment that is creative, inclusive and fun! From creating a vibrant and dynamic space using imaginative displays to serving and assisting customers, working behind the scenes with sorting and tagging stock there is always so much fun to be had at Uniting Op Shops. We work with physical stock in stores, so there may be some manual work involved. 

If you’re passionate about style, enjoy helping people, or want to make a positive impact through the circular economy, this is the perfect opportunity for you. By volunteering with Uniting Op Shops, you support local programs, strengthen communities and help keep good quality items out of landfill. Your time really does make a difference. 

Volunteers are the heart of our Op Shops, and we make it easy to fit volunteering into your life with flexible shifts available seven days a week. 

Why volunteer with us? 

Volunteering offers so many rewards beyond giving back:

 

  • Learn new skills: Gain hands-on experience in retail, customer service, and more! 

  • Enjoy 25% off: Exclusive discounts while supporting a great cause. 

  • Make connections: Meet amazing people and join a friendly, welcoming community. 

  • Flex your schedule: Multiple shops and flexible shifts to fit your lifestyle. 

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Who can volunteer? 

Everyone is welcome! Our volunteer roles are open to people from all walks of life, including: 

  • Centrelink volunteers: Meet your requirements while making a difference. 

  • People learning English: Practice language skills in a friendly, supportive environment. 

  • People with a disability: We provide support and accommodations to ensure everyone can participate. 

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What you’ll need to volunteer 

To ensure a safe and welcoming environment for everyone, we ask volunteers for: 

  • National Police Check: A quick background check for peace of mind (at no cost to you). 

  • Working With Children (Vic) / Working with Vulnerable People Check (Tas): We can help you get your free card if you don’t already have one. 

  • Character reference: Help us confirm your suitability with someone who knows you well. 

  • International Police Check (if relevant): we’ll help you get this if you’ve lived overseas recently. 

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Ready to apply or want to know more?  

Pop in and chat to our team or press the Fill in an application link at the top of this page to apply now. 

Address: 2/83 Point Lonsdale Rd, Point Lonsdale Victoria 3225

Phone: (03) 5297 3056

Opening hours:  Monday-Sunday - 9:30am-5:00pm 

 

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a child safe organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.   

 Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.