Position Number: 2126
Location: Queanbeyan

The Package: $299.70 - $331.16 gross per week + 10.5% super. (Evaluated as Grade 6 of the QPRC Salary System 2022).

Part time – 10 hours per week.

Are you passionate about animal health and care? We have a great opportunity for someone looking to enter the animal care industry. Our weekend Animal Attendant role is ideal for someone who loves companion animals, or someone undertaking animal studies during the week and is looking for part-time work on the weekends.

Position Overview: As a member of the Animal Management team, this position’s primary purpose is to assist with administration tasks including animal adoptions, release and impound of animals, finance management and data entry. Other duties include maintaining clean and hygienic accommodation and feeding routines for animals within the facility.

Who we are looking for: The ideal candidate will have qualifications in Animal Studies (or equivalent) or be working towards them and have experience in small and large animal handling. You should also be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of identifying animal health and behavioural issues. Having an understanding of the Companion Animal Act will also be an advantage.

Working with us: This position will be required to work a minimum of 10 hours per week, work weekends, public holidays and Christmas close-down periods. Full uniform is provided. This rewarding position will see you heavily involved in animal adoptions and finding ‘forever homes’ for many of the animals passing through the facility.

If you have any questions relating to the role, please contact:
Sheree Curwen
Team Leader, Animal Management
(02) 6285 6237

Closing date: 9:00am Monday 23 January 2023

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