Dog Boarding - Live-in Facility Manager (Couples Welcome)We are seeking a hands-on, experienced Dog Boarding Facility Manager to live on-site at our premium dog retreat in rural Western Sydney, only 45 minutes drive from the city.We are looking for an individual with genuine professional experience working with dogs for 3yrs+ that can oversee the facility management of Dog Royalty's Enrichment boarding rural resort.
Partners & pets welcome!
Ideal for a practical, calm, and dog-loving individual or couple, the role involves supervising a small team, ensuring the wellbeing of all dogs in our care, maintaining clean and secure facilities, and performing basic DIY and lawn maintenance on-site.
The position includes live-in accommodation, paid utilities, and the opportunity to live and work in a beautiful rural setting just outside of Sydney.Couples with complementary skills in dog care and maintenance are strongly encouraged to apply (renumeration packages negotiated).
This is a unique lifestyle opportunity for someone ready to combine rural living with purpose-driven, rewarding work in a fantastic and growing dog care business.Expectation to work / be on call through most school holiday periods and public holidays.About Dog RoyaltyDog Royalty launched it's groundbreaking current daycare offer almost a decade ago and quickly became one of Sydney's premier daycares.
Dog Royalty made its name by addressing the areas where other daycares were often lacking - with a huge dog wonderland with both inside and outside spaces, home pick-up and drop-of for all customers included in the price, and a training-focused approach and high staff to dog ratios with only salaried, experienced staff.
Dog Royalty also offers a variety of in-home and facility-based training options which were developed to meet the evolving needs of our customers.Our Enrichment boarding OfferDog Royalty's Enrichment Boarding is designed to be different.
In a world where dogs have become true members of the family and are accustomed to a high degree of human love & family time, it became clear that traditional boarding options were falling short of the needs of our pups in many cases.Dog Royalty took what was learnt from runningdaily dog daycare and applied this to create a daily routine and structure for dogs at a new rural boarding facility that ensures dogs get a fantastic day of enrichment and engagement activities.
This routine will exercise both their body and mind, but also ensures built-in time for pups to have some loving downtime with humans too.
Routines and areas have been developed to enable dogs to be able to have a home-style chillout with humans dedicated to being there for them with companionship,cuddles and love.Key advantages of Enrichment Boarding by Dog Royalty:Full structured day of play and socialisation every dayChilled human hangouts e.g. Canine Cinema clubDoggy wonderland with splash pools,



shaded areas and air-conditioned zonesVariety each day for mental & physical enrichment incl.
group play, agility work, scent work, splash poolsLive-in care with 24/7 supervisionRegular picture and video updates at no extra costExperienced professionals conducting all sessionsEvery dog has their individual space at nightAll dogs vetted for behaviour and socialisationFixed cost with no charges for own food, medication, fridge space etc.Intensive Board & Train options availableHome pick-up and drop-off options availableKey Responsibilities – Dog Boarding Facility ManagerFacility Management and Animal WelfareOversee the day-to-day operations of our enrichment boardingDrive and role model our training-focused approach with dogsMonitor dogs overnight and work to maximise dog comfort while minimising stress (and noise)Conduct home pick-ups and drop-offs in Sydney area using our branded vansOversee dog day trip excursion groups on site (non boarding dogs)Monitor and maintain optimal hygiene, safety, and comfort of all dogs in our careCoordinate daily schedules including feeding, exercise, enrichment, training, rest, and socialisationConduct daily health checks, maintain detailed care records, and liaise with veterinary providers when necessaryAdminister basic medical treatments and medications as requiredAt times cover shifts and attend management meetings at Dog Royalty daycare in MortdaleLeadership and Team SupervisionSupervise a small team of animal attendantsLead daily staff briefings and manage task delegation and shift coordinationProvide ongoing training, support, and quality control to ensure a gold standard of careWork closely with Dog Royalty Management team to drive excellence at the facility and across all operationsCustomer Service and CommunicationLiaise with pet parents with empathy, clarity, and professionalismHandle check-ins, check-outs, and conduct facility tours for prospective clientsMaintain accurate bookings, special instructions, and client communications through our booking softwareProperty and Grounds OversightConduct routine inspections of enclosures, fencing, and infrastructureHands-on involvement in basic site maintenance - lawn mowing, weed-spraying, painting and basic DIY fixesCoordinate with maintenance providers to ensure the site remains secure and functionalAssist in developing new enrichment features and expanding the facility where appropriateCandidate Profile – Who We're Looking ForMandatory AttributesExtensive experience in animal handling (3+years) ideally in a daycare, kennel, veterinary,



or training environmentStrong leadership and organisational skillsHands-on, proactive and solution-focusedCalm under pressure, particularly in high-energy or emergency situationsHigh level of physical fitness and willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditionsExcellent communication skills with both staff and clientsWillingness to work weekends, public holidays, and on-call as neededFull driving licence and confident, experienced driver (ideally of vans)While Dog Royalty vans used for transportation, must also have own vehiclePreferred QualificationsCertificate III or higher in Animal Studies, Animal Behaviour, or related fieldDog First Aid certificationExperience in working with dogs of all sizes includingKnowledge of balanced training techniques with positive focusAccommodation & LifestyleThis is a live-in role with a self-contained residence provided on site.
The accommodation includes:3-bedroom house with full kitchen and bathroomUtilities and internet includedLive-in as individual or as a couplePotential to bring your own friendly, sociable dogs (by agreement)Potential spaces for hobby farm development e.g. chickens etc (prior approval required)Employment TermsFull-time permanent role, minimum 38 hours/week with flexible rostering and non-standard hoursLikely to be a 10-day fortnight (approx. 76 hours) but flexibility depending on time of year and business demand patternsMust expect to work regular weekends and most Public Holidays including ChristmasAnnual leave for the most part not possible in school holiday periodsSalary package commensurate with experiencePerformance-based incentives, regular reviews, feedback & developmentGrowth and Development OpportunitiesWe are a growing business committed to innovation in dog care and behavioural enrichment.
As part of our team, you'll be able to:Build and develop the dog career you want - we are committed to facilitating all employees progression and developmentOpportunities to attend professional development courses, workshops etc subsidised by the companyInfluence future expansion plans including boarding upgrades, dog training programs, and eco-friendly operationsWhy Work With Us?
We operate Dog daycare, Dog boarding and Dog training services in Sydney and approach all with a view to how we can make a genuine difference in the lives of both the dogs in our care and the people who love themWe are not a chain, franchise or conglomerate and will never put profit before the welfare of dogs in our care or the our valued team that look after themWe are a small knit team of entirely salaried employees and put a emphasis on staff development and happinessOnboarding phasePlease note this is a live-in role but will require between 4-12wks of paid onboarding work (depending on the candidate and circumstances) with our team at Dog Royalty at both our daycare and boarding facility before rental property and full position will be offered/available.
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📌 Dog Boarding - Live-In Facility Manager (Couples Welcome) (New South Wales)
🏢 Dog Royalty
📍 New South Wales