Optometrist

About the Company

The employer is part of EssilorLuxottica, a worldwide leader in ophthalmic lenses, frames, sunglasses, and vision care. Established in 2018 through the merger of Essilor and Luxottica, the business brings together a long history of innovation and a strong focus on improving sight and the customer experience. Its portfolio includes well-known eyewear brands such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol, and Oliver Peoples, along with more than 20 licensed brands. The company also develops advanced lens technologies including Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest, and Transitions, and operates a large retail network of 18,000 stores, including Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, Salmoiraghi & Viganò, and GrandVision.

Across 150 countries, the organisation’s 180,000 employees work toward one shared purpose: helping people see more and be more. Key milestones have included the Ray-Ban Stories collaboration with Meta, the addition of GrandVision, expansion of the International Employee Shareholding community, and the launch of Eyes on the Planet, its sustainability initiative. In Australia and New Zealand, the company operates Sunglass Hut, OPSM, Ray-Ban, and Laubman & Pank.

About OPSM

OPSM is a long-established eyecare and eyewear retailer in Australia and New Zealand, with over 80 years of history. As part of the Luxottica group, the brand is focused on lifting the standard of eye health and eyecare through advanced technology and premium service. Its brand range includes proprietary names such as Ray-Ban and Oakley, as well as luxury licensed brands including Giorgio Armani, Burberry, CHANEL, Dolce & Gabbana, Prada, Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co., Valentino, and Versace.

Opportunity

In this Newcastle store role, you will work either as a recent graduate or an experienced Optometrist, using advanced tools such as a Visual Field Analyser and Optos UWDRS. The role is centered on understanding each customer’s needs, delivering tailored eyecare, and improving their lifestyle through the right optical solutions and a high standard of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out eye examinations for a wide variety of patients and appointment types, including children, contact lens users, and therapeutic cases.
• Match lens recommendations to each customer’s lifestyle and visual needs.
• Explain lens technologies clearly, including product features, coatings, and optional extras.
• Support and mentor graduate optometrists in using technology and making suitable product recommendations.
• Work alongside the Store Manager and Managing Optometrists to improve eyecare revenue through technology use, efficient optometry labour management, and correct Medicare billing.

Culture and Benefits

The workplace is described as diverse, inclusive, and focused on excellence, with a strong emphasis on outstanding customer service. Team members are encouraged to grow within the business while feeling supported, respected, and empowered.

What You Will Get

• Opportunities to build a long-term career and specialise in areas of interest.
• Access to Luxottica’s Institute of Professional Development, including fellowship pathways and postgraduate scholarships.
• A structured graduate pathway supported by a local mentor and team.
• Access to local and international volunteering through OneSight, the company’s charity partner.
• A yearly product allowance plus employee discounts for you, your family, and friends.

How to Apply

Interested candidates were asked to submit a cover letter and resume for consideration.

Additional Information

The organisation says it is an inclusive, team-first employer where people are central to everything it does. It operates with a highly diverse workforce across 150 countries and aims to create a safe, supportive environment where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. Flexibility is encouraged to help people balance work and life commitments and support wellbeing. The company also emphasises its commitment to equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or life stage.

The broader mission of the group is to create better experiences for customers and colleagues alike, while continuing to make high-quality glasses and vision care more accessible.