3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

To provide high-quality care and management of animals housed at Council-operated kennels and ensure the safe, humane, and compliant transport of animals. The role includes assisting in enforcement of local laws, providing support for rehoming initiatives, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for animals and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide daily feeding, cleaning, grooming, and monitoring of animals in care.
  

• Ensure animals are housed in a safe, hygienic, and enriching environment.
  

• Administer basic first aid and medications under supervision.
  

• Monitor animal behaviour and health, reporting any concerns promptly.
  

• Maintain accurate records of animals in care (e.g., intake forms, condition reports, medication logs).
  

• Safely transport animals to and from locations including pounds, shelters, veterinary clinics, adoption events, or emergency callouts.
  

• Ensure compliance with animal transport regulations and welfare standards.
  

• Maintain cleanliness and roadworthiness of transport vehicles.
  

• Assist with animal captures, pickups, and returns when required.
  

• Provide courteous and professional service to members of the public regarding animal-related enquiries.
  

• Support lost and found animal processes, including updating systems and contacting owners.
  

• Maintain accurate and timely records in line with council policy and legal requirements.
  

• Contribute to the development of policies and procedures related to kennel operations and transport.
  

• Follow all Workplace Health and Safety (WHS/OHS) policies, procedures, and protocols.
  

• Use PPE as required and ensure all kennel/transport areas meet safety regulations.
  

• Report incidents, hazards, and injuries in a timely and accurate manner.
  

• Assist in ensuring compliance with relevant animal management laws and codes of practice.
  

Requirements:

• Experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
  

• Availability to work on a rotating roster, including weekends and public holidays as needed.
  

• Experience in transportation of dogs