Job Description

Role Summary

Deliver high-quality, low-stress grooming services in a fully equipped mobile salon. You'll drive to clients' homes, consult with pet parents, and groom dogs and cats to salon standards while providing a friendly, professional experience.

Key Responsibilities

Drive to scheduled appointments and arrive on time; confirm services and pricing with clients. Perform all grooming services: bath, blow-dry, brush/deshed, haircut/trim, nail trim/grind, ear cleaning, sanitary trim;

anal gland expression only where permitted and trained.

Assess coat/skin/behavior; recommend services and maintenance schedules. Practice fear-free/low-stress handling; escalate health or behavioral concerns appropriately. Maintain strict hygiene and safety standards; disinfect tools and van between appointments. Manage daily route, payments (POS), receipts, and client notes/photos in the booking system. Upsell appropriate add-ons (de-shedding, teeth brushing, specialty shampoos) without pressure. Perform basic van upkeep: water/propane levels, generator, inventory, blade/sharpening rotation. Represent the brand with excellent customer service; solicit reviews and rebookings.
Qualifications

1-2+ years professional grooming experience (mobile experience a plus). Solid breed standards knowledge and scissoring/clipper skills. Valid driver's license and clean driving record; confident operating a grooming van. Ability to lift and maneuver pets up to

25-30 kg

safely; stand for long periods. Comfortable working independently, managing time, and communicating with clients. Grooming certification preferred but not required. Up-to-date tetanus/rabies pre-exposure (as required locally) and willing to complete pet-first-aid training.
Skills & Tools

Fear-free/positive handling, muzzle and sling use when appropriate. Proficiency with clippers, blades, guard combs, shears, dryers, bathing systems, and restraint gear. Basic tech skills: smartphone apps for scheduling, navigation, and payments.
Schedule

Typical window

08:00-18:00

, Monday-Saturday, with occasional evenings to meet demand. Rotating weekends/holidays as needed; reliable attendance required.
Compliance & Policies

Follow all animal welfare, road safety, and local licensing/sanitation regulations. No sedation; refer medical concerns to a veterinarian.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R5000,00 - R15000,00 per month

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/08/29