Retail Store Manager Role at Ampol - Career Growth in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This Store Manager role at Ampol offers a solid platform for retail leadership development, particularly for professionals looking to grow within a large, established Australian fuel and convenience brand.
Compensation context: The AUD $65,000–$82,000 range (plus allowances and bonuses) is competitive for retail store management in regional NSW. Sydney equivalents for similar roles typically range from AUD $70,000–$90,000, so the regional location represents a slight trade-off, partially offset by lower cost of living in Port Macquarie.
Skills you'll develop:
- P&L accountability and financial acumen in a high-volume, compliance-heavy environment
- Team coaching, rostering, and people leadership — highly transferable to area/regional manager roles
- Operational excellence in inventory, visual merchandising, and safety standards
- Customer experience design in a fast-paced convenience retail context
Green flags: Ampol is a well-known brand with structured training (6 weeks onboarding), clear career pathways, and recognition as an employer of choice for women. LinkedIn Employer Brand award suggests active investment in culture.
Considerations: This is an in-store, frontline management role — career progression is most natural toward area/district management or operations within Ampol's broader network. Candidates seeking a stepping stone into corporate retail strategy or remote work should view this as a skills-building phase rather than a long-term destination.
At Ampol, We're Powered by People!
We're redefining convenience, and as a Store Manager at Ampol, you'll be at the forefront of this transformation. As the face of our stores, you'll treat each location as your own, driving excellence and creating outstanding one-stop-shop experiences for our customers.
As a Store Manager you will:
- Lead with Collaboration: Provide supportive, values-aligned leadership to guide teams toward consistent operational excellence.
- Deliver Exceptional Customer Experiences: Foster warm, personalised service that strengthens customer trust and loyalty.
- Enable Sustainable Performance: Promote balanced decision-making that achieves commercial outcomes while managing costs responsibly.
- Navigate Priorities Effectively: Manage competing demands in a fast-paced, compliance-focused environment with strong organisation and adaptability.
- Apply Your Expertise: Leverage your management experience, professional judgement, and flexibility to contribute meaningfully to store performance.
You will have the following skills and experience:
- Experience in retail management with a supportive, people-focused leadership style.
- Strong skills in coaching, team development, and fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture.
- Proven ability in inventory management, visual merchandising, and maintaining operational standards.
- Sound judgement with a solutions-focused approach and confidence in using POS and operational technology.
- Strong organisational skills, commitment to safety and compliance, financial acumen, and a history of delivering exceptional customer service.
What We Offer:
- World-Class Training: Enjoy 6 weeks of on-site training to set you up for success.
- Career Growth & Competitive Pay: Benefit from generous pay and clear career progression.
- Fuel Discount Card: Save with a 25% discount on fuel.
- Comprehensive Leave Entitlements: Including Parental Leave.
- Bonus Eligibility: Opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
Salary range between $65,000 to $82,000 (plus allowances) based on experience.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women and are winners of an Employer Brand award through LinkedIn.
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