Animal Facilities Officer

7 days ago

Hervey Bay, Australia Fraser Coast Regional Council Full time
Overview

Regulatory Services – Temporary Full Time until 31 October 2026. Location: Hervey Bay. Stream A Level 2-3 (competency based) – $73,509 to $80,043 plus superannuation.

  • 9-day fortnight
What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a proactive individual to support the Animal Facility and Adoption Centre. In this role you will ensure animal housing is maintained to a high standard and the care and welfare for all animals entering the facility is provided in a timely and efficient manner, within a safe and welcoming environment for staff and visitors.

What Your Day Will Look Like
  • Maintaining and cleaning of animal housing, and disposal of solid wastes.
  • Daily feeding & watering of all animals and provide regular enrichment to all animals.
  • Ensure that animals are accommodated in accordance with industry best practice.
  • Ensure animal housing signs are accurate including identification of animal temperament, medical status, etc.
  • Conduct suitability assessments - including temperament, behaviour, age, and health - of all animals being considered for rehoming or rescue.
What You'll Need For Success
  • Experience in animal welfare, handling and caring for animals.
  • Ability to communicate with all levels of staff, volunteers, the public and community groups.
  • Ability to problem solve, and attention to detail.
  • Proven computer literacy skills.
  • Good time management and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work under general supervision and as part of a team.
  • Ability to adapt to changing working environments, technology, work priorities or organisational needs.
Benefits Of Working With Council

Committed to providing quality services to our community, we strongly support an inclusive and values driven culture, recognising your individual skills, knowledge and talent. As part of this we have implemented our Leadership Development Program, Boss to Coach. We also create innovative solutions to labour shortages through our TEMPO program which has been recognised by our HR peers nationally in 2022, as well as winning the LGMA 2023 Excellence in Innovation award.

What We Offer
  • Values based culture
  • Employee discount shopping program
  • Professional development
  • Flexible working arrangements including work from home
  • Study assistance program
  • Novated leasing
  • 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Paid emergency services leave
  • Uniform subsidy
  • Years of service rewards

Applications close: 11:00pm Thursday 11 September 2025.

For further details please contact Tiffany Palmer, Animal Facilities & Education Coordinator on 0460 013 916 during business hours only.

How To Apply

Before starting your application, please ensure your cover letter outlining your suitability for the role and resume are complete in doc, docx or pdf format. PDF format is preferred.


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