Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

 

• Part Time / 20 hours per week
• On-Site Parking
• Discount Gym Membership

 

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to delivery outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

 

The Role

Reporting to the Companion Animals Team Leader, and based in Mulgrave, the Animal Shelter Assistant is a varied position consisting of both administrative tasks and hands on tasks such as front counter operation, cash handling, feeding animals and cleaning kennels. The Animal Shelter Assistant will liaise with animal welfare groups and be responsible for daily transactions within the facility.

 

About You

You will have studied / be studying an animal related discipline and have a passion for animals and animal welfare. You will have excellent communication and customer service skills, you will be self motivated and have the ability to work autonomously. You will have demonstrated administration / clerical experience supported by sound computer skills.

 

Essential Criteria

• TAFE / College Animal Handling Certificate or equivalent experience
• Data entry / Computer skills
• Administration / Clerical experience
• Ability to handle / control companion animals

 

The Rewards

• Great working environment
• Tertiary Education Assistance
• Health and Wellbeing Program
• Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Employee Reward and Recognition program
• Employee Performance Review and Planning System
• Corporate Rate Gym Membership - Oasis Leisure Centre
• Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
• Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

 

To Apply

For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au or call Council’s People and Development Team on 02 4560 4444.

 

Applications close Sunday, 23 July 2023

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.

 

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.

 

 

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