As the face of Specsavers, our Retail Associates (Eyecare Consultants) play a vital role in delivering exceptional eye care and affordable eyewear for everyone. You will create memorable experiences for our customers, guiding them through our stylish frame collections and supporting those trying contact lenses for the first time.

Welcome to Specsavers – where we’re not just about eyewear and eyecare, but about changing lives through better sight. Ranked the 5th Best Workplace™ in Canada and 12th globally by Great Place to Work®, we’re proud of our optometrist-owned model that delivers high-quality, accessible eyecare for every budget.

Founded 40 years ago in the UK by visionary optometrists Doug and Mary Perkins, Specsavers has remained privately owned since day one. Today, we are a $7.8 billion global business with over 45,000 colleagues across more than 2,700 retail optical locations.

In Canada, our support office is based in Burnaby, BC. Since entering the market in 2021, we’ve been scaling rapidly, now with over 250 locations nationwide. With advanced clinical equipment and a wide range of affordable, high-quality eyewear, we’re transforming the way Canadians experience eyecare.

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a values-driven organization, join us as we continue to grow. Together, we can change lives through better sight.

What You’ll Do

No Optical experience? No problem – we will provide full training and support to help you succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome customers warmly, creating a friendly and approachable environment in the store.
• Build strong connections by understanding customers’ needs and recommending the best possible eyecare solutions.
• Guide customers in selecting frames that suit their lenses and personal style.
• Explain offers, products, and services clearly and confidently to ensure customers make informed choices.
• Perform pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging, pressure checks, and visual field testing (full training provided).
• Measure and adjust frames for a comfortable and precise fit.
• Process orders for prescription glasses and contact lenses accurately and efficiently.
• Schedule follow-up appointments to maintain excellent customer care.
• Act as a proud ambassador for Specsavers, championing our behaviors and values in every interaction.

What We’re Looking For

• Availability to work evenings and weekends is required for this role
• A passion for creating “WOW” moments through exceptional customer service and finding innovative ways to enhance the optical shopping experience
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment, staying organized and composed under pressure.
• Reliability and flexibility to work retail hours
• Friendly, outgoing, and confident demeanor, paired with the ability to provide knowledgeable product recommendations and styling advice
• Motivated by building long-term customer relationships, embracing Specsavers’ Customer Experience model that prioritizes lasting connections over short-term results
• Previous experience in retail or customer service is an asset—but not essential
• Enthusiasm for learning about frames, lenses, and pre-testing procedures
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Specsavers is unable to provide support for immigration or permanent residency applications

Speccies’ Benefits:

• Vacation: 3 weeks paid vacation (prorated for hours worked)
• Extra Time Off: 1 day of paid Birthday Leave and 1 day of Volunteer Leave each year
• Vision Care: Enjoy 2 free pairs of glasses or a 12-month supply of contact lenses annually
• Friends & Family Discounts: 4 vouchers per year, each offering 25% off
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential support for mental health, financial, and personal well-being
• Career Growth: Ongoing investment in your professional development and advancement

Behaviours We Value

• Collaborative: We work together as one Specsavers to deliver our purpose
• Curious: We question, explore, and seek out diverse perspectives to develop our knowledge and understanding
• Courageous: We challenge the status quo, we experiment with good ideas, and we are brave, bold, and fast in our decision-making
• Compassionate: We care, support, and help each other
• Commercial: We treat money wisely and make decisions that are good for our customers, our partners, our people, and good for the long term

We hope that in applying with us, you value these things as well!

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Specsavers, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that a diverse team enriches our work environment and enables us to achieve our goals. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply. If you believe you can contribute to our mission and vision, we welcome your application, even if you don’t meet every qualification listed. We value the unique skills and perspectives each individual brings to our team.

The Role

Location: 120-245 Robie Street, Truro, NS, B2N 5N6 

Hours: Up to 24 hours per week. (Includes weekend shifts)

How to Apply

Contact Preet Kaur by email.

A career at Charm Diamond Centres is about celebrating the special moments in life.

We are there along the way as our customers become engaged, celebrate anniversaries, birthdays, graduations, and many more of life’s milestones. These moments inspire us to make meaningful connections by providing an
extraordinary personal experience for each and every customer. We are honoured to help our fellow Canadians celebrate life’s most special moments and turn those moments into lasting memories.

Do you want to join us in helping Canadians celebrate life’s most special moments? We’re growing and looking for dynamic and passionate Part-Time Sales Associates to join our team.

What you’ll do:
Some of the key responsibilities of this role are:
 Create extraordinary shopping experiences by providing professional sales and service to all customers
 Understand and strive to exceed all company sales standards
 Maintain and arrange merchandise displays
 Handle minor in-store repairs and jewellery cleaning
 Participate in and complete our customized training programs
 Follow all security and loss prevention procedures

What you’ll bring:
 The ability to work as part of a team and promote a positive work culture
 Exceptional customer service and communication skills
 A desire to build relationships and make connections with our customers
 Positivity, integrity and a professional appearance
 The dedication to meet performance targets in a sales-driven environment
 Flexibility to work all shifts as required, including evenings and weekends

What we offer:
 A comprehensive employee training program
 Competitive compensation, including a base hourly wage plus commissions
 Industry-leading incentives and prizes
 Flexible hours
 Group health and dental benefits
 Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
 Employee referral bonus
 Employee discount
 Opportunity for career development (Manager in Training program)

If you are a dynamic and outgoing individual who is passionate about jewellery and providing exceptional customer service we would love to meet you!

Please apply online or in-person with the store manager.

CJ Ltd is proudly Canadian family-owned and operated and a platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies program. With over 80 stores across the country (Charm Diamond Centres, Crescent Gold & Diamonds, and Ben Moss Jewellers), we are an equal opportunity employer and encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. We employ individuals without regard to race, age, religion, disability, gender or national origin.

Accommodations are available upon request for all individuals with disabilities for the recruitment and selection process.