Professional Dog Walker – Part-Time Contractor
Job Description
Join Our Pack!
Do you love dogs, enjoy working outdoors, and take pride in providing exceptional care?
Lil Luka Dog Walks is looking for a reliable, caring and professional contractor to join our growing team on Auckland's North Shore.
We're a premium dog walking business that believes every dog deserves to be treated with patience, kindness and respect. We build lasting relationships with both our clients and their dogs, and we're looking for someone who shares those values.
About the role
You'll be responsible for collecting dogs from their homes, safely transporting them in your own suitable vehicle, and taking them on enriching adventures through local parks, beaches and reserves.
Most walks are enjoyed in our carefully matched small groups, with occasional solo walks depending on each dog's individual needs.
This is an independent contractor position that offers flexibility while being supported by established systems, training and ongoing guidance.
What you'll be doing
Collecting dogs from clients' homes.
Safely transporting dogs in your own reliable vehicle.
Leading enjoyable and enriching group and solo walks.
Monitoring dog behaviour and ensuring every walk is safe and positive.
Providing exceptional care while following Lil Luka Dog Walks' safety procedures and protocols.
Building trusted relationships with our wonderful clients.
Using our scheduling app to manage your daily walks.
We're looking for someone who is:
Passionate about dogs and their wellbeing.
Calm, confident and comfortable handling dogs of different breeds and personalities.
Reliable, honest and self-motivated.
Physically fit and enjoys working outdoors in all seasons.
Organised with excellent time management skills.
Friendly, professional and a great communicator.
Able to work independently while following established systems and procedures.
Looking for a long-term opportunity to become part of a supportive team.
Requirements
Full New Zealand driver's licence.
A reliable hatchback, station wagon or small van suitable for transporting dogs.
Living on Auckland's North Shore.
Comfortable transporting dogs in your own vehicle.
Available approximately 8–12 hours per week, generally between 9:30 am and 1:30 pm on weekdays.
Able to commit to a minimum of 12 months.
What we provide
Comprehensive onboarding and training.
Ongoing support and mentoring.
Leads, safety restraints and other essential dog walking equipment.
A flexible daytime schedule.
The opportunity to grow your hours as our client base continues to expand.
If you're someone who genuinely enjoys working with dogs, values professionalism, and would love to become part of a trusted local business, we'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and tell us a little about yourself and why you'd be a great fit for Lil Luka Dog Walks.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $60.00 – $90.00 per day
Application Question(s):
Are you looking for a long-term opportunity (12 months or longer)?
Briefly tell us why you'd like to join Lil Luka Dog Walks.
Tell us about any experience you.. Which best describes your long-term plans?
I'm looking for a long-term part-time role.
I'm studying but expect to remain available for at least 12 months.
I'm looking for temporary work only.
Other (please explain)
Do you own a reliable hatchback, station wagon or small van suitable for safely transporting dogs?
Do you currently live on Auckland's North Shore or within a reasonable commuting distance of our service area?
Are you comfortable transporting dogs in your own vehicle?
Are you generally available to work weekdays between 9:30 am and 1:30 pm?
Licence/Certification:
Do you hold a current full New Zealand driver's licence? (Required)
