AddressReporting to the Facility Manager, essential functions of the role will include;
- Knowledge of and compliance with animal welfare requirements, government regulations, and all procedures and protocols pertaining to the facility
- Accurately and reliably recording data
- Daily provision of food, water, cleaning, and interaction with animals
- Performing grooming and routine husbandry as needed
- Obtaining animal body weights/Body Condition Scoring (BCS) as required
- Implementing socialisation programs for animals as well as observing animals' behaviour, and their interactions with people and one another
- Ongoing monitoring of animal health and wellbeing, and escalating any signs of illness or unusual behaviour
- Maintaining accurate animal records as required
- General facility and equipment cleaning and maintenance activities, including performing minor troubleshooting of facility equipment
- Reporting any broken or damaged equipment, item, or physical area
- Performing all necessary cleaning and sanitation duties
- Maintaining a safe, tidy, and hygienic work environment
To be successful for this role, the following criteria must be met;
- Able to pass a pre employment medical
- Willingness and ability to undertake physical work, often outside and in all seasons
- Willingness and ability to work a rotating roster which includes weekends
- Clear police check
- Proven work experience in the handling of both dogs and cats (minimum 2 years of animal handling experience)
- Certificate in Animal Studies (at minimum) - veterinary nursing experience would be highly regarded
- Advanced training or experience in animal science, veterinary technology, or animal handling, grooming, or behaviour (preferred but not required)
- Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrated flexibility, organisation, and attention to detail
- Effective written and verbal communication, and good interpersonal skills
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- Computer literacy
- Motivation to contribute to the success of the team
Who we are
As one of Australia's largest employers, we work with great companies all around Australia and New Zealand to give you the best opportunities to work when and where you want to.
At Programmed, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment which values and respects diverse styles, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
We welcome and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.
So it's over to you. If you would like to join our team, APPLY now.
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