Dog Grooming Traineeship

Dog Grooming Trainee – Full-Time (No Experience Needed)

Location: Canberra, ACT
Start your career in the dog industry with Pups4Fun!

Are you passionate about dogs and looking for a career that combines creativity, care, and connection?
Pups4Fun is offering an exciting full-time Dog Grooming Traineeship, perfect for school leavers or anyone looking for a fresh start in the animal care industry. No experience is required — just a positive attitude and a love for dogs!

As part of the role, you’ll complete a Certificate III in Animal Care Services (Pet Grooming) through the Heiniger Academy, gaining nationally recognised qualifications while learning hands-on skills from Canberra’s leading grooming professionals.

About the Role

As a Dog Grooming Trainee, you’ll:

• Assist with bathing, drying, brushing, and basic grooming of dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Support senior groomers and learn professional grooming techniques
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and safety in the grooming salon
• Provide friendly and professional customer service to our clients
• Participate in team training and development opportunities

This is a full-time, paid position with structured learning and mentoring to set you up for long-term success in the dog industry. The traineeship is a 24mth commitment.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is enthusiastic, reliable, and coachable
• Has strong customer service and communication skills
• Is physically fit and able to stand for extended periods
• Loves working as part of a team and shows initiative
• Has a genuine passion for dogs and animal care

No prior grooming experience is required — we’ll provide full training and support.

Why Join Pups4Fun?
With 17 years of experience in the pet care industry, we’re proud to offer a workplace built on our core values:

• Dream with No Limits
• Be Open, Stay Curious
• Play as a Team
• Be the Solution
• Growth Over Comfort

We believe in developing our people through continuous learning, connection, and community impact.

Please note this vacancy is advertised by MEGT on behalf of an external employer. The recruitment process is managed by the employer and you may only be contacted by them if they choose to progress your application.

To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have full working rights.