Location:Collingwood, VIC – near Melbourne's CBD
Employment:Part-time or Full-time
Pay:Applicable award rates
Sponsorship:May be considered for suitable candidates who meet the relevant eligibility requirements
About the Role
We are looking for reliable, energetic, and dedicateddog handlers and animalattendantsto join a busy dog daycare facility inCollingwood, conveniently located near Melbourne's CBD.
This is a truly hands-on role. You will spend much of your day supervising and managing approximately15–20 dogs in a play area, while maintaining a safe, clean, and positive environment.
Loving dogs is important, but loving dogs alone isn't enough.You need to be prepared for the physical and practical aspects of professional animal care, including cleaning, managing different dog behaviors, and staying active throughout your shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage groups of approximately 15–20 dogs.
- Monitor the behavior and interactions between dogs.
- Recognize signs of stress, aggression, illness, or unsafe behavior.
- Safely redirect or separate dogs when necessary.
- Clean play areas, floors, equipment, and animal waste throughout the day.
- Help with feeding and general animal care as needed.
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and workplace safety.
- Follow individual animal-care instructions and workplace procedures.
- Report behavioral, health, and safety concerns to management.
- Assist with general opening, closing, and operational duties.
Who We're Looking For
The right candidate will bereliable, physically fit, confident around dogs of different sizes and temperaments, willing to work hard, and comfortable with cleaning and other practical duties.
Previous experience in dog daycare centers, kennels, boarding facilities, veterinary clinics, animal shelters, grooming businesses, animal training, or similar settings will be highly valued.
Hours, Pay, and Sponsorship
Bothpart-time and full-time opportunities may be available, depending on the candidate's availability and the employer's operational needs. Working hours and the final employment arrangement will be discussed directly with the employer.
Employees will be paid in accordance with theapplicable Australian award rates and employment conditions.
Forsuitable candidates who meet the relevant skills, experience, English proficiency, visa, and other eligibility requirements, employer sponsorship may also be considered. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis based on the candidate's background and the employer's requirements.
How to Apply
Please submit yourresume and a brief introductionexplaining:
- Your previous experience working with dogs or other animals.
- Your availability for part-time or full-time work.
- Your current Australian visa or work authorization status, if applicable.
- Any relevant qualifications in animal care, handling, or training.
If you're willing to work hard, learn, and take genuine responsibility for the dogs in your care, we'd like to hear from you.