Kennel Hand
About this job
Greyhound racing is an exciting career, past-time and interest for many thousands of people across the nation. Greyhound Racing NZ Limited (GRNZ) is the controlling body of the sport in New Zealand, conducting and promoting the sport across the nation.
We are seeking a highly motivated individual on a full-time basis to join our Great Mates Greyhound Rehoming Program in Levin. Great Mates has kennel bases across the country where we are dedicated to providing high quality care and training to find each and every greyhound a loving home when they retire from racing.
This is an amazing opportunity is for anyone who wants a fulfilling and rewarding career to enrich the lives of these amazing dogs, all within a stunning setting among the hills and farms.
Ideally you will have plenty of experience working with and caring for dogs as well as knowledge in basic training, canine health and behaviour. You will need to enjoy being in the great outdoors in all weather conditions and be physically fit to accommodate the physical demands of this role. You will also have the desire to continually learn and upskill in canine training, health, behaviour and wellbeing. Role specific information:
Provide care to dogs
Gather and maintain relevant dog information
Administering medication as required
Walk, exercise and socialize the dogs
Groom and brush the dogs
Clean and maintain the facilities
Providing ongoing enrichment
Attending training sessions
Required days of work are Friday to Tuesday (including weekends)
Job Requirements
To be successful in this position you will need to have or prepared to obtain:
Good communication and time management skills as well as the ability to work autonomously as well as a part of a team is essential
A strong work ethic
A willingness to learn
Patience and compassion towards the dogs
Strong customer service
Basic first aid
The physical capabilities to meet the requirements of the position
A flexible work approach to perform a wide variety of tasks
A passion for working outdoors
A clean Police record
- Days of work
- Full Time (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- TBC
- Job Category
- Animal Attendants and Trainers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, Restricted(Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- No
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