Domestic Pet Travel Driver

Dogtainers Pet Transport is an internationally renowned animal transport company specialising in domestic and International transportation (both export & import) of family pets, livestock, rare & specialty animals and frozen semen. We are the market leader in each of these fields. We are looking for more key team members to join our professional team. You will assist in the growth and development of a dynamic and strong growing company that operates offices across Australia.
The role will start as a Casual member of the team with no set hours.
Animal Handler / Driver supporting both the Domestic & International Divisions, this role is more than just a driver. With a high degree of empathy, you will be at the forefront of meeting clients and ensuring that their pet/animal is transported in the picture of health. A suitable candidate for the role will have a high attention to detail and some knowledge or ability to learn about working within the airline industry and animal handling skills.
As this role varies, working hours could range from as early as 4am or finish at 10pm or later as flights can be delayed or cancelled, so flexibility is a must. The role will also extend into our International sector with the lodgement of paperwork & permits etc to AQIS as well as assisting with health checks at a veterinary clinic.
As a customer facing employee you must be able to present yourself in a professional manner as you will be meeting clients at their residence to collect pets as well as working with other industry professionals such as airline, animal boarding or veterinary staff. The role will also entail cleaning of crates and kennels and therefore a high level of hygiene and knowledge of cleaning, caring and feeding of animals is preferred.
The role will require lifting weights from 2-30kg and working with a variety of animal species, therefore ability to work with animals and allergies must be taken into account.
Essential:

• Current full manual drivers licence
• Animal Handling Experience is an advantage
• Cleaning of kennels and cages as required
• Immaculate driving record with an ability to drive and manoeuvre large vans safely
• Thorough understanding of the local region
• Empathy towards people and animals
• Professional presentation
• Ability to work weekends
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• A demonstrated ability to function as a team player
• Knowledge of freight industry and logistics advantageous
• Availability to work on very short notice

Dealing within the airline industry, you may be required to pass security checks for airport passes. For your opportunity to join a unique and developing team, please forward your application to: Paul Rigby at admins@dogtainers.com.au