Animal Attendant

Hanrob DarwinAnimal Attendant (Pet Boarding)At Hanrob Pet Hotels, we're passionate pet people delivering health, happiness, and wellbeing to Aussie pet families.
With over 40 years of experience and a national presence, we're the trusted name in pet boarding and daycare.We're now looking for energetic, reliable Casual Animal Attendants to join our Pet Hotel & Doggy Daycare team at Darwin airport for the September/October school holidays – with potential for high performers to stay on in our casual pool beyond this time.
Successful applicants must be available to start shifts as early as 7am, work weekends and throughout the upcoming school holiday period.What's on offer:Full-time hours available during the school holidaysWeekend and public holiday penalty ratesGreat experience for uni/TAFE students or seniors in high schoolAll training provided (successful candidates must be available for training 3 weekdays in early/mid September - dates TBA)Potential for high performers to stay on beyond peak periodWhat you'll be doing:Caring for boarding and daycare pets – feeding, grooming, enrichmentFrequent cleaning and upkeep of facility to maintain a high level of hygiene and safetyHealth checks and general animal husbandrySupervising dogs and managing their behaviours to maintain overall wellbeing and safetyProviding exercise and enrichment to petsProviding friendly service to pet owners at drop-off and pick-upSupporting your team to ensure the best outcomes for our furry guestsWhat we're looking for:Animal lovers who are available throughout the holidays and weekends, with the ability to pick up additional shifts at short notice to cover unplanned absences from time to timePhysically fit and comfortable working indoors and outdoors with pets of all sizesPrevious experience in animal care, pet retail, or vet clinics is a bonusQualifications in Animal Studies or Companion Animal Services (or currently studying) are desirable but not essentialOwn transport essential (public transport does not service our location during operating hours)Confident communicators with a friendly, professional approach to customer serviceReliable, positive team players who enjoy fast-paced, hands-on workAbility to work independently and willing to ask for guidance when neededBe committed to working safely and following instructions, policies and procedures at all timesPlease note: This is a physically active role that requires the ability to stand, walk, lift, carry, bend, kneel, and handle animals (up to 50kg).
You must be able to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions, and comfortably interact with pets, team members, and customers.
A Pre-Employment Medical Disclosure will be required to ensure you can safely perform the inherent requirements of the role.Why Hanrob?
Did someone say pets?
Join a team of like-minded animal loversOngoing training and learning opportunitiesCareer growth opportunities across our national networkFree parkingEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) that supports our employees with free confidential counselling servicesEmployee discounts on a range of Hanrob products and servicesHow to apply:Click APPLY now with your resume and a quick cover letter outlining why you're our next pet care superstar.
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Shortlisted candidates will be sent an invite to complete a one-way video interview.
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