Casual Optical Dispenser | Andrew Watkins - Canberra
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory ****, Australia
Casual Temporary Entry Level
Posted 22 Oct ****
Description
More Time.
More Care.
Patient First.
Love premium eyewear, personalised service, and helping people look and feel their best?
We're looking for a Casual Optical Dispenser to join our well-established Andrew Watkins Optometrist practice in the heart of Canberra's CBD.
This is an opportunity to work in a boutique environment where patient relationships matter, quality comes first, and every interaction can make a lasting impact.
Why Join Andrew Watkins Optometrist?
Work With Premium Eyewear
Become part of a boutique practice offering quality eyewear and personalised service in a fashion-forward setting.
Casual role, 30hrs a weekPotential additional shifts across nearby George & Matilda practicesSupportive work-life balance
Grow With Us
Ongoing training and development opportunitiesAccess to the support and resources of the George & Matilda Eyecare networkCareer progression opportunities within a growing Australian organisation
About the Role
As an Optical Dispenser, you'll play a key role in guiding patients through their eyewear journey, helping them find solutions that support both their vision and personal style.
You'll be responsible for:
Assisting patients in selecting frames, lenses, and optical products tailored to their lifestyle and vision needsAccurately dispensing prescriptions and providing advice on lens options and technologiesEducating patients on eyewear care, fit, and ongoing maintenanceMaintaining a welcoming and well-presented practice environmentSupporting daily practice operations, including stock management and transactionsWorking collaboratively with a close-knit team to deliver exceptional patient experiences




We would love to hear from applicants who may also be interested in picking up additional shifts at nearby George & Matilda Eyecare practices.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who brings:
Experience in optical dispensing, retail, or customer service (optical experience highly regarded)A passion for helping people and delivering exceptional serviceStrong communication and relationship-building skillsAttention to detail and confidence working with prescriptions and processesA genuine interest in eyewear, fashion, and stylingPositive attitude and team-focused approachBasic computer skills and confidence with systems
About Andrew Watkins Optometrist
At Andrew Watkins Optometrist, we take pride in offering exceptional eye care and outstanding customer service.
As a full-scope optometric practice, we provide comprehensive eye examinations, eye scans and contact lens fittings.
Our highly trained team will guide you in selecting the perfect spectacle frames and lenses tailored to your individual style, visual and lifestyle needs.
At G&M; Eyecare we believe that no two pairs of eyes are the same.
At G&M; Eyecare we are committed to making the environment you work in inclusive and enabling.
Company Overview
Putting our People and our Patients First At G&M; Eyecare we believe that no two pairs of eyes are the same.
At G&M; Eyecare we are committed to making the environment you work in inclusive and enabling.
At George & Matilda, we provide a warm and friendly working environment with loads of team members benefits and rewards including:
Generous annual spend on your eyecare and fashion needsFamily and friends discounts and benefitsFortnightly financial bonus and reward programsOn the job and external learning and development opportunitiesOpportunities for advancement and career progression and qualifications
George & Matilda are a value-based organisation, our behaviours are modelled on the following characteristics:
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📌 Casual Optical Dispenser | Andrew Watkins - Canberra
🏢 George and Matilda
📍 Canberra