Dog Daycare Attendant | South Melbourne

Join a passionate team where we are inspired by pets and animals to be better people both in our careers and our everyday life, making an impact for Pets, People and the Planet!

• Award-winning programs that support career growth, with a new leadership development program underway
• Team member, family & pet benefits across Petstock Group & Woolworths Group 
• Free access to mental health, financial & wellbeing support services 

As an inspired member of the Petstock Group, our connections with pets help us grow as people. At the Petstock Group, together we live by this truth. We are continually inspired by pets and animals to be better people, both in our careers and our everyday life.

At Petstock Dog Daycare, we provide a comfortable, fun environment where dogs can play, socialise and exercise to their heart’s content!

Why Diggiddy Doggy Daycare is the Place for You

• Free access to mental health, financial & wellbeing support services through our Sonder service 
• From supporting the Petstock Foundation to our sustainability projects and community partnerships, our people have opportunities to play a role and be part of something bigger. Because giving back, together, is what we do! 
• Opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks of Additional Paid leave & 4 weeks of paid parental leave 
• Health and wellness services at a great corporate discount 
• Exclusive access to Workplace Banking 
• We’re built on family values, combined with a genuine passion for pets and people. We operate with heart, inclusivity, and inspiration for pets, people, and the planet

A Peek Into Your Diggiddy Doggy Daycare Day 

• Animal Supervision & Husbandry - Ensure all enclosures are clean and well-maintained, with a constant supply of fresh water
• Animal Welfare - Monitor dog interactions to prevent distress or injury caused by other dogs, ensuring a safe and positive environment for all dogs
• Providing outstanding customer service where you and your customer will have memorable, meaningful interactions. Welcome clients at the door and ensure a smooth handover by safely transferring dogs to the appropriate play enclosure
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with both customers and the team
• Prepare play enclosures to accommodate the number and needs of dogs, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment
• Ensure all areas are clean and well-maintained
• Clear away animal waste, thoroughly clean, disinfect and look after animal play areas
• Bathe and groom animals
• Prepare meals, including special diets, safely transfer animals to feeding areas, and ensure adequate rest post meal
• Clean and prepare comfortable sleeping areas for animals
• Promptly report serious health problems to manager and adhere our OSH procedures and processes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all animals in care

Do you have the below experience and looking to take the next step in your career? 

• Experience in a similar role or working with animals is an advantageous but not essential
• Individuals who treat our canine clients ethically and with the utmost respect
• A love of animals, with strong commitment to your clients and Petstock
• A commitment to work safely & adhere to our health & safety policies
• Physically fit, with ability to lift products and animals up to 20kgs
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing work conditions
• Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting priorities, ensuring timely completion of tasks
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to build relationships and rapport with customers and the team
• Strong attention to detail

If this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for and you love Pets as much as we do, apply today! 

Follow us on LinkedIn to keep up to date on life across our various brands - https://www.linkedin.com/company/petstock

In our effort to support People, Pets & Planet, we’re proud of the work our Foundation undertakes - https://www.petstock.com.au/pages/foundation

Our diversity makes us better...we are a diverse team with varying strengths and an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all.    

We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds who wish to be part of a culture where everyone can proudly be themselves. 

At Petstock we are passionate about supporting the communities we're part of, where possible we aim to hire candidates from the same geographic region (typically within a 80km radius) to strengthen community connections and support local economies.  Whilst we do not prioritise local candidates over others, we recognise the benefits of hiring individuals who have unique insights into the local community.