Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) is the statutory authority responsible for regulating, conducting, and promoting greyhound racing and welfare in our state. The sport generates $600 million in economic activity, over $3 billion in wagering, returns $60 million in prize money, and directly involves over 17,000 people. To find out more, visit our website.
GRV is committed to building a workplace that not only respects but embraces difference and sees diversity as an essential part of our success. GRV is driven by our shared values and strives for a culture of inclusion where all people feel respected, valued, listened to, inspired and that they belong. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory police check and all employees must reside and have the right to work in Australia.
Job Description
We’re looking for one casual Kennel Attendant to join our motivated GAP team at Seymour.
If you love dogs, and are excited to work hands on with greyhounds, this hands-on role is for you! You will ensure all daily greyhound needs are met including feeding, watering, cleaning kennels, exercising, and providing enrichment activities such as structured play, training, and behavioural reinforcement. Our greyhounds will show their appreciation by providing cuddles and kisses each and every day.
Fun fact! Looks can be deceiving… our greyhounds can weigh up to 40kg, so you must be physically fit, and comfortable to handle large dog breeds. Training on safe handling will be provided. Our team works every day from 7:30am to 4pm, with weekday and weekend rosters available. We kindly ask that you outline your availability in your cover letter.
Due to the nature of our work, our successful candidate will need to hold a valid driver licence.
Desired Skills and Experience
Let's talk benefits!
When you join our team, you become part of something bigger as we're all here to make a positive difference.
We'll provide you with interesting and rewarding work, alongside ongoing professional development, and work-life balance.
We support our people with access to free and confidential counselling, our in-house wellbeing program to help you THRIVE, dress for your day, and dog friendly workplaces.
We offer competitive pay, with this position classified as grade 1.1 under the GRV Employee Enterprise Agreement 2023-2024which attracts an hourly rate of $25.00
To apply, click apply now to be taken to our careers centre.
Your application must include a cover letter addressing the skills, knowledge, experience described above and a copy of your CV/resume.
Applications close 11 May 2025
For a copy of the position description, click here
We also encourage you to review the relevant job demand checklist, so you understand the inherent physical, sensory, and psychosocial demands of this position.