Position Summary

At Purina, it's no secret that pets are our passion. It drives everything we do. In fact, our commitment to dogs, cats and their owners has made us a world leader in pet care and we're proud of that. If you share our passion and are looking for a new opportunity and this role is what you’re looking for then we want to hear from you.

We are looking for an Assistant Manager to join the team! Your key purpose is to always guarantee all pets health and wellbeing. You will work in partnership with the local veterinary Hospital to implement preventive medicine plans, daily health care checks and all welfare techniques, including socialisation and environmental enrichment.

Your key responsibility will be to assist the Pet Care Centre (PCC) Manager.

A day in the life of...

• General administration
• Work with people of different levels of seniority
• Complete ongoing training
• Assist with budget management
• Complete HR, SHE activities as needed
• Site maintenance as directed
• Ensure the accurate and efficient execution of all animal trials, whilst guaranteeing the welfare and health of the pets.
• Ensure compliance with NPP values and with regulatory requirements of external stakeholders such as Government Authorities involved in aspects of pet welfare

What will make you successful

• Veterinary or Animal Scientist. Master’s degree is preferable
• Experience in vet practices and pet welfare with dogs and cats is a plus
• Facility management is helpful
• People management and budget management experience is great
• Manage visitors on site
• Ability to represent Nestlé to authorities.
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external groups.

Benefits

• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts
• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Purchase Leave Scheme
• Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave
• Discounted Nestlé products

COVID-19 vaccination may be required to perform this role, based on the Public Health Orders applicable in some States and Territories and/or conditions of premises entry set by our customers. You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination or medical exemption as part of our recruitment process.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights