Kennel & Cattery Assistant — Weekend Availability

Forster Tuncurry Boarding Kennels and Cattery; Newcastle-Maitland, Newcastle, Failford; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Forster Tuncurry Boarding Kennels and Cattery in Failford, NSW is seeking a dedicated Kennel Hand to join our team. This casual role requires weekend availability and an immediate start, with shifts from 7:30am to 5:30pm.

You will clean kennels and cattery facilities, feed, exercise, and monitor the health of animals, assist with grooming, and keep detailed records for owners. A patient, reliable and team-focused attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail and high cleanliness standards.
• Compassionate and patient with animals of all sizes.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Able to work weekends and public holidays.
• Flexibility to cover a range of shifts.
• Comfortable handling dogs and cats and other animals.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize kennels and cattery facilities daily.
• Feed, exercise, and monitor health of animals.
• Assist with grooming and bathing.
• Provide a safe, comfortable environment for guests.
• Maintain detailed records and communicate with pet owners.
• Support team with additional duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Compassionate

Team player

Reliability

Punctuality

Flexibility

Animal handling

Job description

Forster Tuncurry Boarding Kennels and Cattery in Failford, NSW is seeking a dedicated Kennel Hand to join our team. This casual role requires weekend availability and an immediate start, with shifts from 7:30am to 5:30pm.

You will clean kennels and cattery facilities, feed, exercise, and monitor the health of animals, assist with grooming, and keep detailed records for owners. A patient, reliable and team-focused attitude is essential.