Job Description
WAYNE DERRICK OPTOMETRIST PTY LTD – Maroochydore QLD
Join Our Independent, Family-Owned Optical Practice in Maroochydore
Are you an experienced Optical Dispenser or Optical Assistant looking for a role where you can enjoy a great work-life balance and become part of a genuinely welcoming team?
We are a proudly independent, family-owned optical practice located in Maroochydore on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, with a strong focus on personalised patient care, quality eyewear and building lasting relationships with our local community.
We are looking for a friendly, motivated and customer-focused Optical Dispenser / Optical Assistant to join our team.
Why Join Us?
No weekend work – enjoy your weekends with family and friends
Flexible hours – we are happy to discuss a schedule that works for you
Work in a relaxed, supportive and friendly environment
Join an independent, family-owned business where your contribution is valued
Enjoy working and living on the beautiful Sunshine Coast
Build genuine relationships with patients rather than working in a high-volume corporate environment
Opportunity to grow your optical knowledge and skills
A varied role where no two days are quite the same
About the Role
Your role will involve providing exceptional customer service and assisting patients throughout their optical journey.




Your responsibilities may include:
Assisting customers with frame selection and eyewear styling
Dispensing and fitting spectacles
Taking measurements and ensuring accurate frame fitting
Adjustments, repairs and general eyewear maintenance
Assisting with frame and lens selection
Providing friendly, professional patient care
Processing orders and liaising with laboratories and suppliers
Maintaining the presentation of the practice
General optical reception and administration duties
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
Friendly, approachable and genuinely enjoys helping people
Passionate about providing excellent customer service
Professional, reliable and well organised
Confident communicating with patients of all ages
A team player who enjoys working in a close-knit environment
Keen to learn and develop their optical knowledge
Previous optical dispensing or optical assistant experience is preferred, however, we are happy to consider the right person with a strong customer service background and a willingness to learn.
The Hours
Flexible schedule available – Monday to Friday only.
We understand that life outside of work matters, so we are happy to discuss hours and days that suit both you and the practice.
No weekend work required.

📌 Optical Dispenser/Assistant (Queensland)
🏢 Wayne Derrick Optometrist
📍 Queensland