Business Manager – Pet Grooming, Retail & Daycare (Sydney)

Who we are

Based in Lindfield, Sydney, we are a well-established pet grooming, retail and daycare business with over 6 years of experience. More than just grooming, our mission is to create a comfortable and happy life for every dog we care for.

We are proud to have developed our own Special Care Dog Service, tailored for dogs needing extra patience and understanding, and a Puppy Grooming Classroom, designed to help young puppies adapt to grooming in a stress-free and positive way.

? Our grooming team is supported by a highly skilled professional groomer, ensuring the highest quality of care and service. This means you can focus on leadership and operations while knowing the technical side is well covered.

Our culture is positive, supportive and team-driven – every member is passionate about dogs and committed to delivering the best experience for pets and their families.

The role

We are seeking a dedicated and hands-on Business Manager to lead our daily operations and support the next stage of our growth. Reporting directly to the owner, you will act as the right hand of the business and take responsibility for people, processes and customer experience.

You will be managing a small team of 2–6 staffs, overseeing both operations and customer service, while helping the business expand its services and client base.

Key responsibilities

– Oversee daily business operations as the go-to person for staff and clients

– Manage rostering, training and staff development for a team of 2–6 staffs

– Handle client enquiries, bookings and retail operations

– Support grooming and daycare staff during busy periods (e.g. bathing, drying – no grooming required, but grooming knowledge is essential)





– Ensure smooth operations including cash handling and problem-solving

– Drive business growth and support expansion, including future hiring opportunities

What we are looking for

We welcome applicants from different professional backgrounds who are ready to step into leadership within the pet industry. You may have experience as a:

– Retail Supervisor or Small Business Manager

– Vet Nurse with a passion for management

– Team Leader from a pet-related or service industry

Essential qualities:

– Strong leadership, organisation and problem-solving skills

– A genuine love for dogs and excellent customer service focus

– Basic knowledge of pet grooming (training will be provided)

– Hands-on, adaptable and supportive team player

– Fluent English (written and spoken)

– Australian PR or Citizenship required

What we offer

– A positive, supportive and team-focused workplace

– Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of a growing and unique pet services business

– Pet grooming knowledge training to support your role

– No weekend work required – rare in the pet and retail industry

– Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

– Full time preferred, casual and part-time positions negotiable

– Clear growth opportunities, with the potential to move into an Area Manager role as the business expands

? Location: Lindfield, NSW

? Full-time role

How to apply

Please send your Resume and Cover Letter along with your expected salary, outlining your experience and why you are the right fit for this role.

If you want to make your application stand out even more, you are welcome to include a short 15–30 second video introduction about yourself and your passion for dogs to [email protected]. This is optional but highly recommended.

📌 Business Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Filicious Pet Services Pty
📍 Sydney