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SalaryIf you are reliable, energetic, passionate about animal welfare, and have experience in animal care then this is the role for you!
Following training, this Part Time role, is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Glenelg Shire Animal Welfare Centre. Our pound and shelter operations are an integral service for our community, along with upholding a high standard of care for the animals housed at the facility.
In this role, you will be able to work independently, as well as in a team environment and have excellent communication skills. While also being confident and competent in handling cats and dogs of all temperaments daily and take pride in maintaining a clean, hygienic, and safe facility.
This is a flexible role and will require regular weekend work as needed.
For further information on the position please refer to the .
What you need to Thrive
- A current driver's licence is an essential ongoing requirement for this position.
- Certificate in Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Nursing, and/or substantial experience in animal care and handling is essential.
- Physical capacity to undertake role.
- Passionate about animal welfare.
- Comfortable and experienced with cleaning and feeding animals, including dealing with cats and dogs of all temperaments.
- Friendly, positive nature and well presented.
- Proven experience delivering excellent customer service.
- Experience working in teams and working solo.
- Good computer skills, with the ability to learn new systems.
- An ability to plan and organise daily workloads.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and manage information in a discreet and respectful manner.
- Available to work to a flexible roster, including weekends.
- Satisfactory Police Check & Working with Children Check.
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Why work for us?
A career with Glenelg Shire Council starts with a desire to go further. Here you will care about empowering our community and see the impact of the work you do.
We have a values-based culture and offer a range of training and personal development opportunities, along with a wide range of benefits for staff including salary packaging options, active social club, 24/7 Employee Assistance Program support, well-being initiatives and salary sacrifice options available for gym memberships.
Glenelg Shire Council is an equal opportunity employer and values workforce diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing a safe working environment which embraces the diverse backgrounds and experiences of all people while providing positive employment opportunities.
We take pride in being a child safe organisation and are committed to the wellbeing of children and young people, as well as our employees. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes.
Our Shire is renowned for its landscapes which include the Budj Bim, National Heritage Landscape, expansive beaches, scenic and rugged coast and national parks.
We acknowledge and respect the Traditional Owners of the region, the Gunditjmara, Boandik and Jardwadjali people and their respective cultural heritages.
Pre-employment Requirements:
All positions with Council are subject to a satisfactory ongoing National Police Check, valid Working with Children Check (Employee), medical assessment and Alcohol and Other Drug Screening.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position please click on the Apply Now button at the bottom of this page. You will be guided to complete our online application form, upload your resume and a brief cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role including addressing the Key Selection Criteria detailed in the position description.
Applications Close: Thursday 7 March 2024 at 11:59pm
Looking for further information please contact:
Name: Sharon Allen
Position: Animal Shelter Attendant
Contact Phone: 0473 633 386
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