Join our passionate team at Fairhaven Op Shopping Village and help transform donated books into opportunities for people with disabilities. As a Book Department Volunteer, you'll play a vital role in our mission to provide essential services to Central Coast families. Since 1962, we've been making a difference in our community, and our Op Shop is at the heart of this work.

We're looking for book enthusiasts who can help us sort, organise, and display our ever-changing collection of pre-loved books, ensuring they find new homes at fair prices. Your contribution will directly support our disability services while promoting sustainable shopping in our community. If you have a love for books and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to welcome you to our volunteer family.

At Fairhaven Op Shopping Village, you'll join an incredibly warm and welcoming team who make volunteering feel more like catching up with friends. Everyone is valued and included here, regardless of their background or abilities, creating a truly inclusive environment where you can make a real difference. Plus, there are fun social perks like the annual Christmas party, where the whole organisation comes together to celebrate their shared achievements and enjoy some well-deserved festivity.

Key Duties:

Sort and assess donated books for quality and saleability - Price books according to our Fair Price Promise guidelines - Organise books by genre and create engaging display arrangements - Keep book section tidy and well-maintained - Monitor stock levels and rotate books as needed - Assist customers with book-related queries when required - Handle and store damaged/unsaleable books appropriately

Skills and Experience:

Basic literacy and ability to identify different book genres - Good physical ability to lift and move boxes of books - Organised and methodical approach to sorting - Customer service skills and friendly demeanour - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Previous retail or library experience beneficial but not required - Must be reliable and able to commit to regular shifts