Retail Joint Venture Partnership Opportunity, Charlestown NSW

Are you an experienced retail leader ready to take the next step into business ownership?

At Specsavers Charlestown, we’re offering an exciting Joint Venture Partnership opportunity for someone who wants more than just a role – they want ownership, impact and support to thrive.

Why Charlestown, NSW?

Nestled in the heart of Lake Macquarie, Charlestown offers the perfect blend of coastal living, modern convenience, and a vibrant community atmosphere. With fantastic shopping, beautiful nearby beaches, scenic walking trails, and easy access to Newcastle, Charlestown is an ideal place to enjoy a relaxed and connected lifestyle. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, family-friendly amenities, or a thriving local scene, Charlestown has something for everyone.

About the Store

• Location: Charlestown Square
• Established Date: August 2008
• Store Layout: 4 Optical test rooms + a dedicated Audiology room and 8 dispense desks
• Technology: You’ll have access to state-of-the-art equipment, including OCT, Humphrey Field Analyser, Auto-Refractor and Auto-Phoropter.
• Team: 16 Retail team members and 3 Optometrists
• Patient Demographic: Mixed demographic and pathology.

Your Role as a Partner

As a Joint Venture Partner, you’ll lead a passionate team, deliver exceptional clinical care, and shape the future of eye health in your community. You’ll work with a wide range of pathology and build strong, long‑term patient relationships

What We Can Do For You

At Specsavers, partnership doesn’t mean going it alone. We provide the structure, scale and support so you can succeed.

• Competitive market‑rate salary and superannuation, plus profit share
• Full administrative support including payroll, accounts payable and quarterly BAS
• Ongoing leadership, clinical and professional development
• Annual leave and access to wellbeing workshops
• The strength of a  trusted, market‑leading brand driving patients to your store

Feel Supported with Our Benefits & Perks

• Birthday leave and volunteer leave
• The Way We Feel – access to EAP, health insurance discounts, financial wellbeing tools and Fitness Passport
• Specsavers Perks App with exclusive discounts across major retailers and grocers
• Two free pairs of glasses each year, plus an annual 30% off for family and friends

Who We’re Looking For

To be considered for this role, candidates must have completed the Specsavers Pathway program. If you’re interested in joining Specsavers but are not yet on the Pathway, please explore our other available non‑partnership roles here.

Sounds like your kind of opportunity? We thought so.

If you’d like to apply for this exciting role or have a confidential chat, please reach out to Emily Dunkin directly on M +61 (0) 400 487 532 or E emily.dunkin@specsavers.com. When applying, please include your current store and role.

Applications close Thursday, 10th September.