Lead Dog Trainer
at Kip
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 07 Nov, 2024 | Not Specified | 07 Aug, 2024 | N/A | Good communication skills | No | No |
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Description:
LEAD DOG TRAINER
Kip Canberra currently has an amazing opportunity for a Lead Dog Trainer to join us as we establish and build our exclusive Board & Train program for our customers. This is a great opportunity for an experienced dog trainer to take the next step in their career. We have a national footprint of success; our Board & Train program already operates successfully at other Kip sites, with some of the best dog trainers in the industry and a reputation for providing outstanding outcomes for dogs and pet parents. This is an exciting opportunity to join us as we expand this service to Canberra, with access to support and guidance across our network.
We offer real career pathways for individuals looking for more than just a job. The successful candidate will receive remuneration based on experience and dog training ability. A sign-on bonus is available for the right candidate, as well as a relocation allowance for candidates from interstate.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the growth of the Board & Train program in Canberra, including the coaching and development of staff.
- Consult with clients to understand and address canine behavioural issues and training requirements.
- Detect additional behavioural concerns and communicate these needs to clients with actionable plans to address.
- Create effective training strategies for dogs, documenting their advancement and opportunities.
- Instruct dogs in fundamental commands using tailored training methods that match their individual personality and characteristics.
- Implement suitable training programs to tackle and resolve problematic behaviours such as aggression, separation anxiety, hyperactivity, and biting.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation in training areas ensuring the wellbeing of animals and other staff.
- Educate clients on proper training techniques to reinforce and sustain their dogs’ acquired behaviours and skills.
- Arrange training appointments, confirming bookings, and other general administrative duties as required.
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Information Technology/IT
IT Software - Other
Software Engineering
Trade Certificate
National dog trainers federation (ndtf) certificate or similar recognised national qualification is highly regarded.
Proficient
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Canberra ACT, Australia