Senior Groomer

Dashing Designer Dogs – Mornington, VIC

Experienced Dog Groomer | Flexible Employment Options | Established Professional Salon

Dashing Designer Dogs is seeking an experienced dog groomer to join our established salon in Mornington.

We are looking for someone who can confidently complete professional grooms from start to finish and who takes pride in producing consistent, high-quality work while maintaining excellent animal welfare standards.

This is not a trainee position. The successful applicant will need solid practical grooming experience and the ability to work independently within a busy professional salon environment.

About the Role

The role will include:

• Completing full clips, breed-style trims, bath and tidy services and de-shedding treatments

• Assessing coat condition and selecting appropriate grooming techniques

• Working confidently with a range of breeds, coat types, sizes and temperaments

• Communicating clearly with clients about grooming requirements and realistic outcomes

• Maintaining accurate appointment timing and salon records

• Supporting a calm, organised and welfare-focused salon environment

• Following salon hygiene, safety and animal-handling procedures

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has proven commercial dog grooming experience

• Can complete most grooms independently from preparation through to finishing

• Is confident with clipping, scissoring, styling, bathing, drying and coat preparation

• Understands safe, humane and welfare-focused handling

• Works efficiently without compromising quality or the comfort of the dog

• Is reliable, professional and able to communicate well with clients and colleagues

• Is willing to work as part of a team and contribute positively to the salon

• Has a genuine interest in continuing to develop their grooming skills

Formal grooming qualifications are welcomed but practical experience, grooming ability and professional standards will be the most important considerations.

What We Offer

• An established salon with a strong local reputation

• A supportive and experienced team

• Quality professional equipment and grooming products

• An existing client base

• Opportunities to develop knowledge and skills

• Ongoing professional development and industry education

• Flexible employment arrangements for the right applicant

• Remuneration based on experience, capability and employment structure

Dashing Designer Dogs has been caring for dogs on the Mornington Peninsula since 1994. We are continuing to develop our salon towards a lower-volume, higher-care model focused on professional grooming, individual attention and advanced skin and coat care.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter outlining:

• Your grooming experience

• The breeds and grooming styles you are confident completing

• Your current availability

• Your preferred employment arrangement

• Photographs or a portfolio of your grooming work, where available

All applications will be treated confidentially.

Applicants shortlisted for the position may be invited to attend an interview and practical paid skills assessment.