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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