Animal Attendant (Dog Daycare)

JURASSIC BARK DAYCARE PTY LTD; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Jurassic Bark Daycare Pty Ltd in Balaclava, Melbourne, is seeking an experienced Animal Attendant to care for dogs in a busy day-care setting. You will supervise play groups, monitor behaviour, and maintain clean, safe areas.

The role is full-time and permanent, based at 389 Inkerman St Balaclava VIC. You must have dog-care experience, be comfortable with various breeds, and have good English communication.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs in daycare, kennel, grooming or similar setting.
• Confident handling of a range of breeds and sizes.
• Good understanding of dog behaviour.
• Reliable, physically fit, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and interact with dogs in daycare play groups.
• Monitor dog behaviour and body language and manage conflicts.
• Feed, water and provide routine care as instructed.
• Clean and maintain play areas, kennels and equipment.
• Greet clients and handle drop-offs and pick-ups.

Skills

Dog care experience

Dog handling

Dog behaviour knowledge

English communication

Work rights Australia

Job description

JURASSIC BARK DAYCARE PTY LTD – Balaclava VIC

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

SALARY: $80,000 per year plus superannuation. Full-time, permanent. Jurassic Bark Daycare Pty Ltd is a busy dog daycare and grooming business in Balaclava, Melbourne. We care for dogs of all sizes and temperaments and work as a close, friendly team. THE ROLE We are looking for an experienced Animal Attendant to join our daycare team. You will look after dogs throughout the day and keep our play areas safe, clean and well run. DUTIES

• Supervise and interact with dogs in daycare play groups
• Monitor dog behaviour and body language, and step in to prevent or manage conflict
• Feed, water and provide routine care as instructed
• Clean and maintain play areas, kennels and equipment
• Greet clients and handle drop-offs and pick-ups
• Keep daily records and report any health or behaviour concerns to management

ABOUT YOU

• Experience caring for dogs in a daycare, kennel, grooming or similar setting
• Confident handling a range of breeds and sizes
• Good understanding of dog behaviour
• Reliable, physically fit and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills in English
• Must have the right to work in Australia

Location: 389 Inkerman St, Balaclava VIC 3183.