Sorted Home & Pet Concierge Services is a small, professional dog walking and pet sitting business seeking a reliable and experienced dog handler to join our team.
This position offers a minimum of 10 hours per week, with the potential for additional regular hours. The role will also include covering holiday periods when required.
About the Role
This is an active, hands-on position involving daily dog walking and care, along with significant driving for multiple pick-ups and drop-offs throughout the day within our service area around Lane Cove and the Lower North Shore.
You will be responsible for safely managing dogs in fenced and off-leash park settings while ensuring their wellbeing at all times.
The role also involves:
Daily manual handling, including correctly lifting older dogs into vehicles (training provided), as well as assisting younger dogs when needed
Safely controlling up to four dogs per walk, some of whom may pull on lead, particularly during loading and unloading from the car
You’ll be working with a regular group of dogs that includes:
Puppies from 5 months of age
Senior dogs up to 15 years old
Dogs with varying temperaments and care needs
Reactive/restricted dogs, who are walked one-on-one, with guidance and training provided to the right person
About You
The ideal candidate will:
Have proven experience handling dogs of all sizes, breeds and ages
Be confident working with dogs that require calm, capable handling
Have a robust understanding of dog behaviour and body language
Be calm, observant and able to make good decisions in group settings
Hold a full driver’s licence and be a confident driver
Be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
Be reliable, punctual and have good communication skills
Desirable (but not essential)
Previous professional dog walking, kennel, vet nursing or training experience
Pet First Aid training
This is a outstanding opportunity for someone seeking consistent part-time work with the potential to grow within a supportive, small business environment.
To apply: Please submit a brief cover note outlining your dog handling experience, availability, and any relevant qualifications.
Job Types: Part time, Casual
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
📌 Dog Walker Lane Cove
🏢 Sorted Home and Pet concierge services
📍 Lane Cove
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