Dog Trainer

As a Dog Trainer at Tristen's Puppy Gym, you will be responsible for training both people and dogs using force free training methods. As a leader in our organisation, you will need to embody our core values of passion, education, connection, enthusiasm and integrity.

As part of our recruitment process a Video Resume will be required before an in person interview.

The role will be a part time permanent role, with the option to move to full time. Hours include weekdays and Saturday mornings and some weekday evenings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Working in the day-to-day operations of our facility
- Liaising with customers, answer enquiries and manage bookings
- Ensuring high levels of customers satisfaction through excellent service and attention to detail
- Maintain social media page
- Regular assessment of the facility to ensure safety is priority
- Both group dog training classes, and walk and train sessions.

Experience and Skills:

- Experience handling various temperaments of dogs
- Professional experience training dogs
- Competent with computer systems
- Excellent communication skills and experience in customer service
- Passion for problem solving and high attention to detail
- A can-do attitude, initiative to get extra work done
- Quick learner
- Competent social media skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain a cool head under pressure
- Having great time management, and commitment to deliver quality in work output

Key Requirements:

- Must have professional experience in the animal industry
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to teach a class
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to train and socialise dogs of all breeds
- Available to attend a work trial shift (up to 3 hours unpaid) to determine if Tristen's Puppy Gym is the right fit for you
- Either completed or currently studying suitable qualifications

What we offer:

- We offer a structured induction program that trains on all aspects of the role that you will need to succeed and feel confident
- Structured career development and pathways - our team of industry experts are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and and career goals
- Opportunities for ongoing training to develop and build your skills, such as Pet First Aid and CPR, Human First Aid, People Leadership and Management training, dog training.
- You receive generous staff discounts on our products and services, including Free daycare & dog training classes.
- We have huge incentives for employees such as commission and rewards for our top performers.
- Have public holidays off
- Have 3 weeks off over Christmas/New years
- Flexable work week
- Form strong bonds and find long term friendships with humans who have similar passions and interests
- Contribute to providing a high level of service and care that you can genuinely be proud of (and don’t forget the daily dog cuddles)

If you're great with dogs, and people, and would love to work in a rewarding, happy and friendly workplace - then this will be a wonderful opportunity for you

As part of our recruitment process a video resume will be required before an in person interview. Feel free to head to our website & send one through.

**Job Types**: Permanent, Part-time

**Salary**: $22.77 - $27.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Flexible hours
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus
- Commission
- Penalty rates
- Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Golden Square, VIC 3555: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)