Dispensing Optician – Wanaka, New Zealand

About the role

Join a boutique independent practice in Wanaka, delivering premium eye‑care services in a stunning alpine setting. As a Dispensing Optician you will combine clinical expertise with a passion for high‑style eyewear, ensuring every patient leaves with a perfect vision solution and a memorable experience.

Key responsibilities

• Provide accurate eye examinations and dispense prescription lenses.
• Guide patients through a curated selection of premium frames and lenses, including Zeiss optics.
• Maintain high standards of patient care, hygiene, and record‑keeping.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to uphold the practice’s design‑led, patient‑first philosophy.

Required profile

• Qualified and GOC‑registered Dispensing Optician.
• Enthusiastic about boutique eyewear and personalised service.
• Committed to delivering exceptional clinical care.
• Motivated to grow within a fast‑expanding independent group.

Required skills

• Optical dispensing and lens fitting.
• Knowledge of premium frame brands and Zeiss lens technology.

What we offer

• Salary up to $80,000 NZD per year, dependent on experience.
• Relocation support for candidates moving to Wanaka.
• Streamlined visa pathway via New Zealand’s Green List for GOC‑registered opticians.
• Work‑life balance in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful locations.
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a supportive team.