Join Our Team as a Pet Caretaker!
Location: Waltham
Salary: £25,800 - £30,500 (inclusive of shift pay)
Bonus: Company performance bonus
Hours: 9.5 hours per day on rotation (average of 37.5 hours per week)
Type: Permanent
Are you passionate about pets and looking for a fulfilling career? As a Pet Caretaker at Mars, you will be part of a dedicated team that provides exceptional care and management for pets in our Pet Centre. Join us in creating a safe and enriching environment for our furry friends!
What Are We Looking For?
* Experience with Dogs/Cats: Hands-on interaction, ideally in a kennel, shelter, or research setting.
* Animal Health Knowledge: Understanding of pet wellness and care needs.
* Grooming/Training Experience: Familiarity with basic grooming tools and positive reinforcement techniques.
* Adaptability: Willing to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Your Key Responsibilities:
* Safety and Quality: Ensure strict adherence to safety and quality protocols, proactively identifying and resolving issues to maintain a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment for all.
* Training & Behaviour Work: Conduct behavioural assessments, obedience sessions, and implement individualized training plans following Mars Standards.
* Enrichment & Welfare: Plan and execute physical and mental stimulation activities, including play sessions, socialization, and grooming.
* Health Monitoring: Carry out basic health checks and observations, providing support with medical treatments.
* Support for Research Work: Collect accurate data and samples for research studies.
What Can You Expect from Mars?
* Work alongside over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
* Join a purpose-driven company striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
* Receive best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
* Enjoy an industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.
About Mars
Mars is a family-owned business with over $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands, including M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, and many more. We proudly care for half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health, and services businesses. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries, inspiring our 130,000 Associates to take action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.
Mars is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, it is available upon request. We are pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.