Pet Groomer
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 4
- Major group
- Community and Personal Service Workers
Classification
- Major group
- 4Community and Personal Service Workers
- Sub-major group
- 46Personal Service, Sports and Fitness Workers
- Minor group
- 461Personal Service and Travel Workers
- Unit group
- 4614Domestic Animal Care Workers
Description
Washes, dries, brushes, combs, cuts and styles pets' coats, clips their nails and cleans their ears.
Unit group
4614 · Domestic Animal Care WorkersDescription
Provide routine care, exercise and grooming services for domestic animals.
Skill level
Australia
4; 5
Occupation skill level 4
Tasks
Tasks include
- Washes, shampoos and dries pets' coats
- Brushes and combs pets' coats to remove tangles and mats
- Trims and cuts pets' coats to desired length and style
- Clips pets' nails to ensure they are an appropriate length
- Cleans pets' ears to remove dirt and debris
- Identifies health issues in pets, such as ear infections, skin conditions or tooth decay, and informs pet owners
- Provides services such as teeth brushing and anal gland expression
- Maintains cleanliness and hygiene of grooming tools and equipment
- Provides advice and recommendations to pet owners regarding grooming techniques and products
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/4/46/461/4614
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx