Animal Shelter Manager

2 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeLeadership Full time $75,000 - $85,000

About this Role

This is a unique opportunity to lead an animal care shelter, responsible for driving high-quality animal welfare outcomes through strategic planning, operational excellence, and community engagement.

  • Champion animal welfare through strategic leadership and shelter operations.
  • Develop and implement a local strategic plan aligned with our mission.
  • Lead a team of professionals, ensuring best-practice animal care aligned with industry standards.
  • Manage staff and volunteers, including recruitment, training, and performance development.
  • Coordinate adoption, fostering, and paid services such as training classes and merchandise sales.
  • Oversee maintenance, inventory, and compliance with regulations.
  • Build stakeholder relationships and represent us at community events and education sessions.
  • Analyze trends, report outcomes, and improve processes to meet strategic goals.
Requirements

You are a natural leader passionate about animal welfare and community engagement, with operational and people management expertise.

  • A bachelor's degree in Business Management or related field (preferred).
  • A current driver's license (essential).
  • Proven experience in team leadership and performance management.
  • Strong understanding of animal behavior, health, and welfare.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation and compliance.
  • Skilled in crisis management and WHS best practices.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Experience managing budgets and reporting systems.
  • Commitment to professional communication and teamwork.
  • Customer service focus with positive stakeholder engagement.
About Us

We are a leading animal welfare charity dedicated to improving animal lives across Queensland. We enforce animal welfare laws and investigate concerns, striving to make a real difference in animal welfare.

This is a full-time position based at our Cairns Animal Care Centre. The successful candidate must be present during all working hours to oversee daily operations and animal well-being.

Why Join Us?
  • Flexible environment.
  • Paid parental leave, flexible work, study leave, pet leave, counselling, and mental health services.
  • Free parking, staff discounts, novated leases, free pet vaccines, 40% off pet food, and free animal adoption options.
  • Learning and development programs.
  • Daily connection with animals.
  • Make a real difference in animal welfare.

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