In-Demand Animal Jobs in Melbourne Vic

Doggy Daycare Attendant (Temporary Backfill)
Pawpaw Land —Blackburn VIC
- $28 - $30 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
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3d
Animal Attendant (Pet Boarding/Daycare) - Bayside
Kip Happy Stays —Moorabbin VIC
- Weekend availability
- Outdoor work
- Employee assistance program
- Referral program
Casual Sales Assistant
Mega Pet Warehouse —Hoppers Crossing VIC
Animal Attendant and Trainer
MXH Services Pty Ltd —Bentleigh VIC
- $85,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Veterinary Receptionist
VetPartners —Malvern East VIC
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Clinic
- Computer skills
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
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Upskill your knowledge in Animal Care with Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing
Earn & Learn —Melbourne VIC
- Nursing
- English
- No degree
Animal Technician
The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research —Parkville VIC
- $67,585 - $74,621 a year
- Weekend availability
- Research
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education
- Communication skills
Animal Technologist
Monash University —Parkville VIC
- $79,430 - $84,963 a year
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Laboratory experience
- Organisational skills
12d
Doggy Daycare Attendant and Groomer
Pawpaw Land —Blackburn VIC
- $28 - $32 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
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5d
Sales Merchandiser: Pottery Barn Kids
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. —Chadstone VIC
- Part-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- Merchandising
- Parental leave
- Employee assistance program
Animal Ethics Committee Members: Category C - Welfare
Monash University —Clayton VIC
- Research
- University
- Communication skills
Pet Claims Specialist
Guild Group —Melbourne City Centre VIC
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Site Manager (Dog Daycare) Kew
Kip Happy Stays —Kew East VIC
- Full-time
- Leadership
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Senior Farm Hand/Farm Hand - Aurora Dairies
Aurora Dairies Management Pty Ltd —Melbourne VIC
- $76,000 a year
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- Employee assistance program
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Dog Groomer Wanted – Seasonal Casual Role in Altona North
Pooch Professional Grooming —Altona North VIC
- $24.95 - $35.00 an hour
- Seasonal
- In-person
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7d
HSE Specialist CoW & Contractor Management
bp —Docklands VIC
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Management
- Organisational skills
- Construction experience
- Health insurance
2d
Dog Groomer
Jim’s Dog Wash Brighton —Melbourne VIC
- $35 - $45 an hour
- Full-time
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5d
Client Services Representative - AEC Moorabbin
AEC + Specialty Care Moorabbin —Highett VIC
- Weekend availability
- Administrative experience
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
Quick Apply
ECC Graduate Development Program - Animal Emergency Centre (AEC) - Mount Waverly, Moorabbin, Frankston
AEC + Specialty Care Moorabbin —Highett VIC
- Weekend availability
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Quick Apply
4d
PET /NM Coordinator
Imaging Associates —Footscray VIC
- Full-time
- Clinic
- Supervising experience
- Leadership
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13d

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Doggy Daycare Attendant (Temporary Backfill)

Pawpaw Land
Blackburn VIC

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Job Details

Casual
$28 - $30 an hour
3 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
CPR Certification
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Content creation
Driver Licence
First Aid Certification
Certificate II
Computer skills
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Job Title: Doggy Daycare Attendant (Temporary Backfill)

Location: Blackburn, Victoria

Employment Type: Casual (Temporary Contract)

About Us

Pawpaw Land is a fun, energetic, and compassionate doggy daycare committed to providing a safe, clean, and loving environment for dogs of all breeds and sizes. Our mission is to make every day a tail-wagging experience!

Position Overview

We are seeking a friendly, reliable team member to join us as a Casual Doggy Daycare Attendant on a temporary basis from mid‑August through the end of September, with potential to extend beyond this period depending on business needs.

You’ll be responsible for the daily care, supervision, and enrichment of dogs in our facility. You’ll ensure their safety, encourage positive social behaviours, and maintain a clean, welcoming environment. This is a hands‑on role that requires passion for dogs, physical stamina, and strong teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and interact with groups of dogs during playtime to ensure safe and positive interactions.
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of play areas and staff areas within the building.
Feed dogs and monitor dog behaviour in group settings
Manage check-in and check-out processes, including customer communication and dog handling.
Observe and record any unusual behaviours or health issues, reporting them to management promptly.
Provide affection, enrichment, and mental stimulation for all dogs in care.
Perform daily admin tasks (emails, calls, record keeping, data entry).
Conduct temperament assessments.
Capture photos/videos and create social media content.

Requirements

Certificate II in Animal Studies (or equivalent)
Ability to handle multiple dogs of various breeds, sizes, and temperaments.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Physically capable of standing, walking, and lifting up to 15kg.
Availability to do opens/closes roughly 3-5 days a week (10-15hrs).
Basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Basic social media content creation skills (Facebook & Instagram).
Current driver’s licence.
Legal right to work in Australia.
CPR/First Aid certification for pets is a plus.

Schedule

Rotating roster from Monday-Friday (hours from 7am-6:30pm).
Closed on weekends and public holidays.
Temporary contract period: Mid‑August to end of September, with potential extension.

To Apply:
Send your resume, your availability and a brief note about your experience with dogs to [email protected]

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $28.00 – $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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