Optical Assistant or Dispensing Optician
Job Description
This Isn’t Your Average Optical Role…
- Style clients in eyewear that actually feels like them
- Turn prescriptions into something expressive, bold, and a little bit fun
- Work with exclusive frames you won’t see everywhere else
- Collaborate with optometrists, dispensing opticians, and optical assistants who love what they do
- Create experiences clients rave about (and come back for)
Why You’ll Love It Here
- We’re an eyewear atelier, not a clinic
- Our clients come to us on purpose — they want something unique
- Think colour, creativity, personality… because vision is individual
- You’ll be surrounded by people who genuinely enjoy their work
- There’s always something new, interesting, and a little unexpected
What You Bring
- Experience as a dispensing optician or optical assistant
- A natural eye for style, colour, and what suits different personalities
- Confidence chatting with all kinds of people (and making them feel amazing)
- Solid dispensing knowledge — or a hunger to learn fast
- A team-first attitude and good energy
Grow With Us
- Learn from senior dispensing opticians who know their craft inside out
- Build both your technical skills and styling confidence
- Develop your career in a practice that values individuality
- Be supported, coached, and encouraged (no egos here)
- Grow into the kind of optical professional people remember
The Good Stuff
- Birthday leave (because cake > work)
- Volunteer leave (do good, feel good)
- Private health insurance
- Competitive salary based on your experience
- A genuinely fun, supportive team culture
About Groovy Glasses
At Groovy Glasses, eyewear isn’t just about seeing better — it’s about showing up as yourself.
We specialise in beautiful, fun, and often exclusive frames, helping our clients find pieces that reflect who they are — not just what they need. Think less “clinical optometrist” and more creative eyewear studio.
Our team of optometrists, dispensing opticians, and optical assistants blend expertise with personality, creating a space where both clients and our team can be themselves.
How to Apply
Ready to take the next step in your optical career? Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV and a brief cover letter. We’re excited to learn more about you!
If you have questions about the role or would like a confidential chat before applying, please contact our HR & Recruitment Manager, Hayley, at people@oculagroup.co.nz.
Skills & Experience
- Experience as a dispensing optician or optical assistant
- Confidence interpreting prescriptions and recommending lenses
- Confidence with basic maths and biology to understand prescriptions and eye anatomy
- A strong eye for styling and helping people find frames that reflect their personality
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build genuine client relationships
- A team-focused attitude and willingness to learn from experienced optometrists and dispensing opticians
- Passion for delivering a personalised, high-quality customer experience
