Department Manager - Geraldton

Role overview

Bunnings is seeking a Department Manager in Geraldton to oversee the day-to-day running of a specialist department, with a focus on sales performance, stock control, customer experience, and team leadership. You will partner with other department managers and report to the Operations Manager and Complex Manager. The role is suited to someone who can lead a team of 20+ people, keep operations running smoothly, and maintain a strong focus on service, safety, and retail standards.

This position requires working a rotating roster that includes at least one in three weekends, along with some public holiday shifts. Duties also include opening and closing the store on weekdays and weekends.

About Bunnings

Bunnings is a leading home improvement and lifestyle retailer in Australia and New Zealand, supporting builders, trade customers, and the wider housing industry through its stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites, and online channels. The company aims to create a culture where people are encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a difference.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily department operations, sales activity, and high-volume stock movement within the assigned area.
• Lead and motivate a team of more than 20 team members while maintaining a safe, engaged, and productive workplace.
• Carry out duty manager duties, including store opening and closing across weekdays and weekends.
• Develop team capability through coaching, clear expectations, performance discussions, engagement, and recognition.
• Plan rosters and coordinate work to ensure the service promise is delivered consistently.
• Improve department sales through effective merchandising and monitoring of key performance indicators.
• Respond to customer feedback and use it to strengthen the full customer journey.
• Maintain stock accuracy through replenishment discipline, adjustments, and loss prevention practices.
• Work with merchandising, store leadership, health and safety, and supplier partners to support department performance.
• Monitor customer service standards and ensure the department reflects wide product range and competitive pricing.

What the role offers

• Team discounts at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands such as Kmart, Target, and Officeworks.
• Complimentary standard OnePass membership.
• Access to more than 100 exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel, stay, wealth, work, and leave.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave regardless of gender.
• Additional benefits such as festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at the Bunnings Cafe, and opportunities to work in travelling store teams.
• Career development support with room to grow within the business.

Candidate profile

The ideal candidate is a confident and highly motivated leader who can influence others, manage multiple priorities, and operate effectively in a busy retail setting. Experience in leading teams with a focus on safety, wellbeing, and specialist products is preferred. You should be comfortable balancing leadership, store operations, and customer expectations while keeping the team engaged and supported.

Eligibility and inclusion

Applications are welcome from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants must be 15 years of age or older. Bunnings also offers adjustments and support for candidates who need assistance during the hiring process.

Application process

The hiring process includes an online chat interview lasting about 20 minutes, followed by a 15-minute online video interview for shortlisted candidates. If progressed, candidates will be invited to an onsite meet-and-greet with leaders for around 30 minutes.

Additional information

Bunnings may close the advertisement at any time, so early applications are encouraged. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies are not accepted. Background checks may be required if an offer is made, and these can include police, employment, medical, and qualification checks. If a police check reveals a criminal record, Bunnings will review whether it affects the person’s ability to perform the key duties of the role.