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Manly’s award winning hairdresser

Meet The Team

MEET THE INCREDIBLE TEAM OF HUMANS BEHIND THE MAGIC

Salon Purpose is a fast-growing, multi-award winning salon in Manly and we are always on the lookout for incredible talent - both experienced stylists and aspiring hairdressers.

DIRECTOR

Nicki

With an impressive 26 years in the hair industry, Nicki is a true veteran of her craft and a proud advocate of O&M Frizzy Logic. She describes Salon Purpose as Kindness, Beautiful, Authentic — words that speak to the heart of who she is as a stylist. Outside the salon, Nicki treasures her family time, and her all-time favourite film is the heartwarming I Am Sam.

EXECUTIVE stylist & MANAGER

Lina

With 12 years of experience in the hair industry, Lina is a passionate and skilled stylist who currently swears by the O&M PS Balm. She describes Salon Purpose in three words — Family, Fun, Joy — values that are reflected in everything she does. Outside the salon, Lina loves spending her weekends cheering on her kids at sport and enjoying quality family time, with San Andreas as her all-time favourite movie to unwind with.

executive STYLIST

Mel

With almost 20 years in the industry, Mel is a seasoned stylist who currently loves the O&M PS Shampoo and Conditioner. She captures the spirit of Salon Purpose in one powerful phrase: Driven By Purpose. Weekends are for hanging with her boys, and when it comes to movies, she simply can't pick just one —Titanic, Shawshank Redemption, Con Air — the list goes on.

executive STYLIST

Tori

With 14 years of experience behind her, Tori is a skilled and passionate stylist whose mission is simple: Empowering Women — the three words she uses to describe Salon Purpose. She's a fan of O&M Frizzy Logic and spends her weekends surrounded by friends and good times. Her all-time favourite movie is the iconic Dirty Dancing.

SENIOR Stylist

Larissa

With 6 years in the hair industry, Larissa is a passionate stylist who swears by the O&M PS Spray. She describes Salon Purpose as a Caring, Purposeful and Fun Environment — which tells you everything you need to know about the energy she brings to work. On weekends, you'll find her socialising with friends and carving out some well-deserved self-care time, with The Longest Ride as her favourite movie to curl up with.

Senior STYLIST

Ash

Eight years in the hair industry has given Ashley a wealth of experience and a love for O&M COR Milk and Frizzy Logic. She describes Salon Purpose as Intentional, Inclusive, Vibrant — values that clearly guide her work. Weekends are busy in the best way: beach walks, gym sessions, a house reset, and coffee with friends. Her all-time favourite movie? The Blind Side.

Stylist

Sharna

With 10 years in the hair industry, Sharna is a dedicated stylist who loves the O&M Frizzy Logic Serum. She describes Salon Purpose as Family, Purposeful and Welcoming — a warm and fitting reflection of her approach to her clients. Weekends are for coffee walks and café visits with her little family, and when it's time to relax, Coyote Ugly is her go-to movie.

Stylist

Ruby

With 5 years in the industry, Ruby brings fun, laughs and warmth to everything she does — which is exactly how she describes Salon Purpose. Her go-to is the O&M PS Spray, and weekends are filled with walks, Pilates, and time out with friends. Her favourite film is the moving Beautiful Boy.

Stylist

Keira

With 5 years in the industry (and almost hitting that milestone in June!), Keira is a fun and positive stylist who reaches for the O&M PS Spray as her hero product. She describes Salon Purpose as Fun, Positive, Good Vibes — which sounds exactly like her kind of weekend too: Pilates and margaritas with friends. Her all-time favourite movie is the classic The Parent Trap.

Emerging Stylist

Noa

Three and a half years into her hair career, Noa is a warm and social stylist who describes Salon Purpose as Welcoming, Social, Generous. Her go-to product is the O&M Desert Dry Spray, and mornings are for walking while evenings are for drinks with friends. She loves settling in for Warrior or Animal Kingdom on movie nights.

Emerging Stylist

Georgia

With 5 years in the industry, Georgia is a fun and uplifting stylist who reaches for O&M Dry Desert whenever she needs it. She describes Salon Purpose as Fun, Inspirational and Uplifting — three words that capture her energy perfectly. Weekends are for enjoying a drink (her words!), and she shares a soft spot for The Longest Ride.

EMERGING Stylist

Abbie

Four years into her hair career, Abbie is a dedicated stylist with a love for O&M Cor Restore Milk. She describes Salon Purpose as a Luxurious, Inviting Place — a sentiment that reflects her approach to client experience. Weekends for Abbie are all about family, the gym, a reset and time outdoors, and when it's movie night, she's reaching for a good horror film.

EMERGING Stylist

Bodhi

Four years into her hair journey, Bodhi brings a creative and supportive energy to everything she does — summing up Salon Purpose as Fun, Supportive, Creative. Her go-to product is the O&M Colour Lock Milk, and Saturday nights out are her idea of the perfect weekend. Her favourite film? The endlessly quotable She's the Man.

Apprentice

Ciara

One year into her hair career, Ciara is already full of energy and enthusiasm for her craft, with O&M Frizzy Logic as her current favourite product. She describes Salon Purpose as Fun, Friendly and Inspiring — three words that reflect her personality perfectly. Weekends are for the gym and hanging out with friends, and Legally Blonde is her movie of choice every time.

Apprentice

Jade

Fresh to the industry with under a year of experience, Jade is already embracing her craft with enthusiasm and a love for O&M Frizzy Logic. She describes Salon Purpose as Welcoming, Professional, Modern — a great first impression of the environment she's grown into. Weekends are for walks, beach trips, and hanging with friends, and she can't go pastThe Notebook or Anyone But You for a movie night.

Front of House & Marketing Manager

Cass

With 12 years across beauty and hair, Cass is an experienced and intentional stylist who loves the O&M COR.restore Colour Lock Milk. She describes Salon Purpose as Generous, Intentional, Welcoming — values that come through in everything she does. Her weekends are a self-care dream: infrared Pilates, good coffee, and time soaking up the sunshine. And when it's movie time, it's always Step Brothers.

salon concierge / In Salon Educator

Carissa

With 17 years in the hair industry, Carissa is an experienced and driven stylist who describes Salon Purpose as Efficient, Professional, Passionate — three words that speak volumes about her dedication to her craft. Her current go-to is the O&M Detox Shampoo, and her weekends are the perfect balance of cosy and adventurous — starting with coffee in bed and cuddles with her baby, exploring for the day, then winding down with a sundowner vino before bath and bedtime. And when it's movie time? It's Shrek. No notes. 🫶

SALON ASSISTANT & SOCIAL MEDIA

Bella

With 5 years in the hair industry, Bella is a fun and social stylist who describes Salon Purpose in three words — Funny, Friends, Banter — which honestly tells you everything about the energy she brings to the salon. Her go-to product is the O&M Curl Curl Spray (especially on those lazy hair days). When she's not in the salon, you'll find her up early for a morning walk followed by a big fat breakfast, and when it comes to movies, she's a die-hard Harry Potter fan.

Assistant

Molly

With 1 year in the hair industry, Molly is already making her mark with her go-to product, the O&M Cor Milk. She sums up Salon Purpose in three words — Purposeful, Energy, Different — a reflection of the passion she brings to her work every day. When she's not in the salon, Molly loves going out and unwinding, and if she's settling in for a movie, Seven is her pick every time.

APPLY TO WORK WITH US

Here for people.
Fuelled with passion.
Driven by purpose.

If you feel your passion, values and vibe matches ours, we’d love to hear from you! Leading, mentoring and growing world-class stylists is part of our purpose.

Complete the application form below so we can get to know you a little better and a member of the Salon Purpose team will be in touch with you shortly.