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DOG GROOMER - JUNE 2026
The Maraboon Pet Resort family has a rare and very exciting opportunity available. We are looking for our next dog grooming extraordinaire and is open to everyone - qualified or not.
This job has it all! It is a full-time position that offers support, includes training, work-life balance, and an amazing team environment! This position has hands on responsibilities, catering to the needs of all our grooming salon guests. It is fun, fast paced and an incredibly rewarding role, opening the doors to a new trade for the right candidate!
THE BIG PERKS:
- Work life balance – Our team is our number one priority so we take pride in nurturing an incredible workplace culture and providing all of our staff members with a work life balance to suit.
- Team approach to animal care - plus plenty of opportunity to excel as an individual
- A supportive and dynamic work environment
- Negotiable remuneration packages – full time position with above award pay rate depending on experience. The role is available to those who do not have qualifications too!
- Attractive 4 day week - Full Time Hours with shifts between 7:30am-5:30pm. 1 in 4 Saturday roster.
- High Staff Retention Rate – We have a solid foundation of staff members who have been with us long term, allowing excellent training and consistency in delivering our high quality service.
- Unlimited animal cuddles!!!
- On the job training will be provided as well a certificate course in dog grooming!
ABOUT THE RESORT:
With a strong client and guest network, the Maraboon Pet Resort is a family friendly resort that works alongside the Maraboon Vet Surgery, administering outstanding animal service to the Central Highlands region. Located in the largest town, Emerald, MPR prides itself on providing the very best care to its customers (and furry friends!). MPR is a state of the art facility with a very busy schedule revolving around animal boarding (cats and dogs), dog grooming and doggy day care. Providing exceptional customer service and animal care are our highest priorities. With a high focus on supporting and training its employees, low staff turnover and a strong team work ethic, MPR is a highly sought after place of employment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Dog grooming duties including animal handling, bathing, cleaning and grooming dogs and providing updates to owners. This is also a physically demanding job (involves lifiting, bathing and manoeuvering 50kg+ dogs all day) so the candidate needs to possess a high fitness level.
- Kennel cleaning - this is a large part of the role!
- Providing superior customer service to guest owners
- Assisting other departments at the resort including doggy day care and boarding.
- Assisting with reception duties including taking phone calls, helping with admissions and discharges, greeting clients and guests
HOURS OF WORK AND SHIFTS:
- Grooming shifts are 7:30am – 4:30 pm with a 30 min lunch break. This program is well established and training will be provided. Learn more about our Grooming Salon on our website HERE
- Once trained, there is a 1 in 4 Saturday shift rotation.
- There may also be additional shifts on public holidays (in the boarding department). These are generally 8-11am and 3-5pm (shared amongst staff).
SELECTION CRITERIA:
- Punctual and diligent work ethic
- Bright and bubbly personality with great customer service skills
- Have your own form of transport and a QLD Driver's Licence
- Be self-motivated, highly organised and eager to learn
- Above average physical fitness level (heavy lifting is part of the role and you will spend all day on your feet!)
- Strong ability to work in a cohesive team environment as well as independently (must be able to show initiative!).
- Great communication skills, written and verbal
- Be able to show initiative
- Great animal handling skills and a lover to all pets!
- Must be available during peak periods (school holidays, Easter and Christmas)
HOW TO APPLY:
Applications close 26th June with immediate start.
If this sounds like your dream job, don’t hesitate! Bring your resume and cover letter into the vet clinic:
Alliza Marino
Practice Manager
Maraboon Veterinary Surgery
61 Hospital Road
PO Box 2316
Emerald, QLD, 4720
Email: manager@maraboonvet.com.au
Phone: 07 4987 6800
Check us out at www.maraboonpetresort.com.au OR www.maraboonvet.com.auor visit our socials (Facebook/Instagram – Maraboon Vet) to get a snippet of how awesome our team is!
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
 | The Maraboon Animal Health Family is so proud to say that we offer an exceptional workplace for all our staff, with the ability to offer countless opportunities and perks by starting your career with us. We offer many learning opportunities and professional development courses for staff with an encouraging team who is happy to help each other in all departments. Not to brag, but we also host the best staff parties in town! We offer above award pay rates and flexible hours depending on the position available and your own circumstances. We provide outstanding customer service, medical advice and treatments to all our clients and their pets. Our ‘Rockstars’ have bright and bubbly personalities who share our values of providing the best care to all pets. They are reliable, have good work ethics, are highly organised and have a gift with time management. They have developed excellent communication skills both verbal and non-verbal, show initiative and are team orientated, as well as be able to maintain a good work ethic whilst working individually. Our rockstar team is equipped to handle all emergencies calmly and efficiently. Previous experience in the industry is always beneficial, but in this case, not a deal breaker. |
 | If this sounds like you, then you could be our newest recruit! Send us an email with your details and attach an up to date resume to manager@maraboonvet.com.au and our management team will be in contact with you about any possible position vacancies within the Maraboon Animal Health family. We are always hiring! |