Opportunities available to work within a supportive and energetic tight knit team, with a shared passion for dogs, in a purpose-built facility created with safety, fun, and the highest standards of cleanliness and care in mind.

We’re looking for a mature team player with experience in handling dogs, with an emphasis in balanced dog training being highly advantageous.

You MUST have experience in dog behavior

Casual position Tuesday-Friday

15-30 hours per week, over a 4 day roster (potential for more for the right candidate)

Between the hours of 6:45am-6pm

About The Dog Run Daycare

The Dog Run Daycare is a boutique pet destination located in the Adelaide Hills and a stone's throw from the bustling town of Mount Barker, Littlehampton and Nairne. Our business is passionate about dogs and treat all dogs in our care like they were our own. We pride ourselves on our high level of safety and the amazing relationships we have built with our clients.

Our daycare groups are focused on behavioral management, enrichment, and safety, ensuring every individual in the facility receives the care and attention they need.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has a keen interest in dog behavior. The business is also looking to branch out into other related services in the near future.

You are

A dog lover (obviously!) - we care deeply about the dogs in our care, and you will too.

A team player - we have each other’s backs. Always

A perfectionist - always looking to learn and improve

Brave - we see challenges as fun and are not afraid of failure

Honest - dishonesty of any kind is not tolerated in our culture

Responsible, patient, empathetic, prompt and very dependable

Emotionally mature

Punctual

Able to work with all team members in a respectful and professional manner

Able to work equally well independently

Able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and physical stamina

Able to multitask, time manage, and adapt to change

Able to effectively communicate in both oral and written

Able to always maintain a positive attitude and have a sense of humor!

The Role

Maintain control and supervise groups of dogs, ensuring safety and well-being. Safety is high priority here at The Dog Run

Providing canine enrichment and exposure activities on a daily basis

Daily Photography and video creation for social media content for our doggie parents

Perform temperament assessments

Frequent cleaning of the facility

Building and maintaining the relationships we have with our wonderful pet parents with open and honest communication

Daily check ins and check outs, including transacting payments and upkeep of the diary

Communicate relevant daily information to your team

You will learn every aspect of the business during the first 90 days with the expectation that you can be rotated to all different areas when needed

About You

Previous experience in handling dogs and/or experienced working in vet clinics, training facilities, doggy daycare's, kennels etc.

Certificate’s although admirable, are not necessarily advantageous. A show of experience is what matters and most important when working with dogs. This can’t be faked or taught in schools!

An open mind and desire to continue to learn and evolve, as you never stop learning in dog behavior.

A good level of fitness required, as the position requires you to be on your feet and moving frequently.

Outstanding customer service & communication skills required.

Available for rotating rostered shifts, and flexibility to occasionally cover other unplanned absences at short notice.

Basic computer knowledge (outlook email, word and excel. Social media including Facebook and Instagram requiring filming, editing, and uploading content.

Punctual and reliable

Able to work independently yet under guidance as needed.

Highly observant and have excellent attention to detail.

Current driver’s license

Available to attend an unpaid 3-hour work trial shift

TO APPLY

If you are interested in applying for this role, please provide your resume and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and telling us a little about yourself and your experience with dogs.