Why work for Stefan?
At Stefan we are dedicated to ensuring you have the most amazing experience throughout your career journey with us. Here are just a few things you can expect once employed by Stefan Hair…
- We are Australia’s largest privately owned hairdressing company that has been in business for over 55 years
- Training hairdressers is our passion and we are completely invested in your career! With an unmatched education and training program you will learn and be constantly upskilled in latest industry trends.
- Work with Australia’s leading hair colour and hair care brands such as L’OREAL PROFESSIONAL & KERASTASE
- Amazing career progression opportunities for Master Stylists, Managers, Area Managers, Educators…the sky's the limit!
- Be immersed in amazing team culture from Salon to HQ
- Employee recognition is something we take seriously, so we have implemented numerous incentives and bonus opportunities for our staff
- And finally but certainly not least, be invited to our annual Stefan Conferences and Award Galas!
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Please note: Interview dates are for Brisbane only. Those applying for Townsville, Mackay, or Cairn’s salons please call 07 3840 0000 or email hr@stefan.com.au to make a booking.
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MEET TOM! In 2022, Tom started with Stefan as an apprentice... fast forward to 2024... he has just signed off as a Senior Stylist and recently gotten back with the events team from Paris Fashion Week!
Liz
OPERATIONS Manager
“I started my apprenticeship in 2006! I chose to work with Stefan because of the reputation and career opportunities - the 4 years I spent doing my apprenticeship absolutely lived up to that. I was able to travel overseas twice, I traveled to Hong Kong and learnt from international artists. I have now worked here for 17 years and we are always up-skilling at every level. Working for Stefan is like working with a big family, there’s always people to lean on and support you.”
Tom
Level 2 apprentice
"I've been working with Stefan for 11 months now. I'm a level two apprentice,and I’ve been doing foiling, ladies cuts and men's cuts. It's been a busy year and I've jumped in the deep end because that's where I thrive. I wanted to work for a brand that's well recognized and with training is constantly ongoing. At Stefan’s you will always get great training regardless of what level you're sitting at.
My favourite thing that I've learned so far is foiling. I'm doing Lighten and Brightens which is 20 foils. I wanted a job where I can make people smile, make them feel beautiful If people smile because of me, my days of success."
Experience Hair Outside of the Salon
Opportunities beyond the salon.
Paris Fashion Week
Our group talented stylists had the incredible opportunity to team up with Kérastase at Paris Fashion Week, supporting the fashion brand, Ego.
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NY Fashion Week
6 stylists were given the once in a lifetime opportunity to represent Stefan at NYFW styling the runway hair for Zaco (by Sabo Skirt).
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Aus Fashion Weeks
Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane! Stefan have proudly partnered with the designers and organisation as a whole to bring their hair visions to life.
Partnerships
GHD x Stefan splendour
As one of the largest hairdressers in Aus we have collaborated with endless brands to style for events and photoshoots including GHD, Sabo Skirt, Petal & Pup, Kevin Murphy, The Ekka, Style Magazine, Moroccanoil
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AACTA Awards
We have also had the privilege of styling for awards ceremonies such as the AACTA awards. Meaning our lucky stylists got the opportunity to style Cate Blanchet , Elsa Pataky, Patrick Brammal, Harry Connick Jnr, Natalie Tran, Harriet Dyer & Lincoln Louis
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Faq's
How to get an apprenticeship?
If hairdressing is your passion and you are currently completing Year 12, you are eligible to commence a hairdressing apprenticeship with Stefan! To book in for your interview please apply using the form above.
How many apprentices are employed each year?
Each year we offer between 60 and 70 new apprenticeships from Far North Qld all the way down to the Gold Coast.
When do I commence work?
Your full-time apprenticeship will commence at the start of the school year in 2023. However, before the commencement of your apprenticeship, you will be offered casual hours over the busy Xmas period!
What kind of training do I receive?
Our apprenticeship program covers all aspects of hairdressing including blondes, brunettes, extensions, styling, cutting and all aspects of colour! You will also receive an education in retailing, communication, aspects of salon management and more! The training you receive involves you coming into the state of the art Stefan Training Academy in Southbank once a week followed by four days in salon learning on the job.
What is the 6 month probation period?
When you begin your apprenticeship at Stefan, we enter an Education Training Contract. You have a 6-month probation period which allows you to experience hairdressing and hopefully discover that you love everything about this exciting industry! It also allows Stefan Hair to observe your performance and ensure that you have what it takes and are ready for a career in hairdressing.
What is an education training contract?
It is a binding written agreement between Stefan (your employer), an apprentice and the Department of Education in which you will achieve a Certificate 3 in Hairdressing and Certificate 3 in Barbering if you complete your full apprenticeship.
How long is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship for Hairdressing is a 3-year course when studying and working full time.
Am I paid to do an apprenticeship?
You are paid a full-time wage when doing a full-time apprenticeship. You will be paid in accordance with the Hair & Beauty Award.
What happens when I qualify?
The sky is the limit at Stefan! You can become a Master Stylist, Blonde Specialist, Extension Specialist, Salon Manager, Educator, or Operations Leader!
Which salon will I work in?
You will work on the side of town that is closest to your home. For example, if you live at North Lakes, you will work on the Northside of Brisbane. If you work at Ipswich, you will work on the Westside of Brisbane. During your apprenticeship, you will be asked to work amongst all of our salons on your side of town, so it is really important that you are comfortable with travelling between salons.
Why should I do my apprenticeship at Stefan?
Stefan is Queensland’s most trusted hairdressing salon with over 55+ years in business and 30+ Salons in Queensland. We are the only Hairdressing Company in QLD who have a unique partnership with Tafe that allows our apprentices to be trained out of our purpose-built, state-of-the-art training academy. All Stefan Apprentices will be trained by industry-leading educators from world-renowned brands including L’Oreal Professional, Kerastase, Kevin Murphy, Eleven, Cloud 9, Moroccanoil, Olaplex and so much more!
All Stefan apprenticeships receive their Certificate 3 in Hairdressing AND their Certificate 3 in barbering at the completion of their apprenticeship. You also have an ‘advanced’ program built into your apprenticeship which teaches you the latest and trending hair technique