Address About the role
An exciting opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and experienced Animal Attendant to assist in operations at Bathurst Regional Council's new facility, the Bathurst Animal Rehoming Centre. Applicants will have a minimum of 3 year's experience in a similar role and be motivated to maintain high standards of animal welfare. Animal Attendants will be required to undertake duties such as cleaning and disinfection of kennels and feeding care of impounded animals. Experience in handling dangerous or aggressive dogs will be highly regarded.
The successful candidate will demonstrate high standards of customer service, assisting customers both at the facility and on the telephone in release or adoption of animals. Basic to intermediate computer skills and an ability to use online databases and case management software (supported by on the job training) are essential requirements of the role.
This permanent Part Time role working Monday to Thursday inclusive. Candidates must be available to work on weekends and public holidays on a rostered basis.
Key Requirements
Certificate II in Animal Studies or at least 3 year's experience in a similar role
Demonstrated capacity to handle dogs and cats in accordance with safe work method statements
Ability and experience in cleaning and disinfection of animal cages to the required hygiene standard
High level of customer service skills
Ability to liaise with the media and communications team to ensure that all animals available for adoption are promoted through social media and other platforms
Solid working knowledge of animal behaviour and assessment requirements
Experience in administrative tasks such as data entry, completion forms and telephone enquiries
Basic to intermediate user of MS Word, Excel and web-based systems
Demonstrated ability to manage difficult customers both in person and on the telephone
Current Class C NSW Driver's Licence
What we can offer
Work/Life Balance
Rostered day off every third week
Generous leave entitlements
Corporate gym membership
Employee education assistance
Access to training and professional development opportunities
Access to confidential employee assistance program
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This position requires a pre employment health assessment which includes a functional, audio and drug & alcohol screen.
Salary: $893.04 - $938.22 per week + Adverse Working Conditions 2 Allowance - as required
Position Status: Permanent - Part Time
Hours of work: Monday - Thursday, 8.00am to 4,39pm with 30 minutes lunch
Application closing date: Sunday, 17 March 2024, at 11.30pm
Contact Officer: Katrina Nelson - 6333 6190
Bathurst Regional Council is committed to being a flexible, safe, equal and inclusive workplace where diversity is embraced and supported.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people who are from different backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background.
We are also committed to being a Child Safe organisation with a zero tolerance for child abuse.
How to Apply
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire below. You will then be prompted to attach your resume and copies of any relevant qualifications (please note, attaching a resume is mandatory). You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.
