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ANZSCO 149911Updated 2026-01-29
Boarding Kennel or Cattery Operator
National shortage level: Low
ANZSCO 149911OSCA 172931
Snapshot
Median pay: AUD 125k
Weekly earnings: AUD 2390
Salary range: AUD 112k-AUD 137k
Job ads trend: Not listed
Time to hire: Varies
Visa pathways: Check eligibility
State distribution
26.3%
VIC
22.9%
NSW
20.7%
QLD
Education mix
20.7%
certificate iii/ iv
18.9%
year 12
18.1%
year 10 and below
Role overview
Boarding Kennel or Cattery Operators manage the operations of establishments which offer temporary boarding for dogs and cats.
What you do
- • Directs and oversees reservation.
- • Organises the feeding, bathing and grooming of animals at their facility.
- • Detects illnesses and injuries and arranges appropriate treatment.
Core skills
Credentials & pathway
- Recommended level: certificate iii/ iv (20.7%)
Recent job ads
No ads listed yet.
Tasks
- • Assesses and reviews customer satisfaction.
- • Detects illnesses and injuries and arranges appropriate treatment.
- • Directs and oversees reservation.
Earnings
Weekly median: AUD 2390
Annual median: AUD 125k
Range: AUD 112k-AUD 137k