Animal Assistant

**PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE APPLYING**

**DO NOT APPLY IF YOU HAVE NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A KENNEL, CATTERY, VETERINARY CLINIC, OR SIMILAR ANIMAL CARE FACILITY. APPLICATIONS WITHOUT RELEVANT EXPERIENCE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.**

Yarrambat Kennels & Cattery is seeking dedicated, experienced, and physically capable individuals to join our team

**Casual Kennel/Cattery Assistant (Peak Periods)**
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- **WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR**
- Minimum Requirements_
- **At least 2 years of hands-on experience** in a kennel, animal shelter, veterinary clinic, or similar environment (non-negotiable).
- Full Australian working rights.
- A current, valid driver’s licence.
- Confident using computers and learning new booking or management systems.
- Physically fit and comfortable performing manual, active tasks in a fast-paced setting.
- A strong work ethic with excellent attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Previous experience in administration or customer service.
- Willingness and availability to work **weekends, public holidays, school holidays, Easter, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.**
- Preferred_
- Experience using booking software (**Gingr** or similar systems).
- Calm, confident, and professional communication skills when dealing with clients and colleagues.

**WHAT WE OFFER**
- **$32.00 per hour.**:

- A supportive, animal-loving team environment.
- Opportunities to expand your skills and grow with the role.
- Varied, rewarding work — **no two days are ever the same**

**HOW TO APPLY**

To apply, please submit your **resume and a cover letter** outlining:

- **Your relevant experience.**:

- **Your availability**, especially during peak holiday periods.
- **Why you’d be an excellent fit** for our dedicated and growing team.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $32.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

- Are you available to work over Easter, Christmas, School Holidays, Public holidays,etc?

**Experience**:

- Animal handling: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Australian Drivers Licence (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person