Maxima are seeking an experienced Animal Management Officer to join their client, a Local Council based in Kingston.

The ideal candidate for this role has previous experience in a Local Government setting conducting investigations and has confidence in animal restraint.

You will be available to work some weekends including on-call/ after-hours work. Casual hourly pay of $42.96.

Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Investigate alleged breaches including wandering animals, excess animals, enclosure issues, pet registration, animal nuisances, property inspections etc
• Respond to reports of immediate risk to public health and safety
• Collect domestic animals contained for collection
• Gather clear, factual and impartial evidence
• Interview witnesses

To Be Successful:

• Current C class driver's license
• Previous experience in a Local Government setting
• Thorough knowledge of animal husbandry, animal control and regulation
• Cert IV in Animal Management highly regarded
• Strong investigative skills
• Excellent communication skills

At Maxima we are committed to supporting positively diverse and including workforces which value all backgrounds and experiences.  We encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, people from a culturally or linguistically diverse background, people of all gender identities and people living with a disability.

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