Dog Bather

Happy Tails Grooming; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Above award pay

Training provided

Calm, friendly salon

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Happy Tails Grooming in Canberra is seeking a casual Bather to join our small, supportive team. You will bathe, dry and brush dogs of all sizes and help our groomers with preparation and table work.

We value reliability, a calm demeanor with dogs, and a willingness to learn. Training is provided, and above-award pay rates plus room to grow with the business are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in bathing or grooming is appreciated, but training provided.
• Willingness to learn and grow with the team.
• Ability to follow instruction and work with pets in a caring way.

Responsibilities

• Bathing, drying and brushing dogs of all sizes and coat types
• Preparing dogs for the grooming table and assisting our groomers
• Handling dogs calmly, safely and with patience
• Keeping the salon clean, tidy and running smoothly

Skills

Dog bathing

Calm handling

Team player

Reliable

Willing to learn

Job description

At Happy Tails Grooming, we believe great grooming starts long before the clippers come out. Every dog who comes through our doors is treated as a whole dog: their comfort, coat, skin and wellbeing all matter to us. We're a small, hard-working team that takes pride in calm, considered handling and in supporting each other to grow.

We're looking for a casual Bather to join us for up to 3 days per week, available on Mondays and Fridays, with the potential for more work as the salon continues to grow.

About the role

Bathing, drying and brushing dogs of all sizes and coat types

Preparing dogs for the grooming table and assisting our groomers

Handling dogs calmly, safely and with patience

Keeping the salon clean, tidy and running smoothly

About you

Hard-working, reliable and genuinely love dogs

A positive attitude and a willingness to learn

Want to be part of a supportive, hard-working team, and to contribute to it

Experience in bathing or grooming is appreciated, but we're willing to train the right person

What we offer

Above award pay rates

Hands-on training and support to build your skills

A calm, friendly salon where you're backed by the team around you

Room to grow with the business