Dog trainer/guide

We are looking for an experienced dog trainer to take a role in developing our kennel, with a strong focus on pack dynamics for winter season 2026/2027. The position also includes guiding and normal kennel work.

Resposibilites include:

• Improving pack dynamics and overall team functionality

• Socializing rescued dogs, preparing suitable dogs either for work or for rehoming

• Training and developing young dogs

• Supporting staff in consistent, calm, and effective dog handling

• Guiding guests on husky safaris as part of the team

We are looking for someone who has strong, hands-on experience in dog training. Proven experience with behavior work, socialization, and problem-solving in dogs. Understanding pack behavior and group dynamics is important.

Patience and focus are important regardless of what is happening around you. On a normal day our kennel has 1-3 consecutive starts twice a day. One day in a week the kennel is closed from guests.

People skills are also important, as you will be also guiding and hosting our guests in the kennel and on the trail. Previous guiding experience is a plus but not required.

You need to be physically fit and ready for demanding outdoor work, we work outside in any and every weather and temperature.

Our working language is English, but French or German skills are highly appreciate as we offer tours in all three languages. A lot of our guests speak also Dutch or Flemish.

Driver's license B is required to able to drive ATV and snowmobile (training provided).

What we offer:

• A key role with real responsibility and influence on our kennel development

• The opportunity to work with around 130 alaskan huskies

• A meaningful role improving both dog welfare and team performance

• A supportive, experienced team with high standards for animal care

• First aid and dog first aid training

Aavasaksa Adventures is an activity company located in Ylitornio, Finnish Lapland, right on the Swedish border. We offer husky safaris, snowmobile and snowshoe tours, and reindeer experiences for international guests.

Our focus is on creating high-quality experiences in a safe and genuine way. We work in a quieter area of Lapland, where there is more space, less crowds, and a closer connection to nature and everyday life in the North.