Animal Care Trainee

2 days ago

Townsville, Queensland, Australia beBeeAnimalCare Full time $34,471 - $47,723
Job Summary

This position offers a 24-month traineeship with a 9-day fortnight, providing the opportunity to earn while you learn and complete a Certificate III in Animal Care Services.

  • 24 Months Maximum Term Full Time, 9-day fortnight
  • Earn while you learn opportunity available to complete an Animal Care Services Qualification
About The Role

Under close supervision, this role undertakes a competency-based traineeship to develop skills in animal care through formal and on-the-job learning activities. The position assists the Animal Care and Adoption Centre team in providing care and basic animal health to animals housed at the shelter.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a 2-year Certificate III in Animal Care Services at UQ Skills. They will also need to meet certain criteria, including having a minimum completed Year 10 with passes in English and Mathematics, and a current Working with Children Clearance (Blue Card).

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist the Animal Care and Adoption Centre team in providing care and basic animal health to animals housed at the shelter
  • Undertake a competency-based traineeship to develop skills in animal care through formal and on-the-job learning activities
  • Meet the requirements of the Certificate III in Animal Care Services
Requirements
  • Minimum completed Year 10 with passes in English and Mathematics
  • Current Working with Children Clearance (Blue Card)
  • Minimum Queensland C class provisional driver's licence (or ability to obtain)
  • Sound written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a team
What We Offer
  • 17.5% annual leave loading
  • Up to 5 weeks annual leave
  • Up to 3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave
  • 14 weeks paid Parental Leave
  • Domestic and Family Violence Leave
  • Natural Disaster Leave
  • Up to 13.5% Superannuation employer contribution for contributing members
  • Salary Sacrifice opportunities
  • Learning and Development opportunities

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