Animal Attendant

Animal health is key to the health of the planet. Working at Virbac means taking part in a unique adventure in which the engagement of every one of us contributes to the business' evolution. Encouraging internal mobility between positions and countries, offering individual development plans and building a partnership based on trust between our managers and employees are key for Virbac. We also offer a great work environment that will allow you to explore new territories and balance your professional and personal life. Finally, fostering engagement also means listening to our people and helping them to acquire new skills, preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow and encouraging them to contribute to an ever more responsible and sustainable approach to our business.

Are you passionate about animal welfare and looking for a hands-on role in a professional manufacturing environment? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Animal Services Attendant to join our team at the Penrith manufacturing facility.

The Role and Your Impact

Reporting to the Animal Services Supervisor, you'll play a critical, hands-on role in ensuring the well-being and care of our laboratory animals, including rabbits, guinea pigs, and mice.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Routine care and maintenance: Performing the daily feeding, watering, and health checks of all animals.
• Facility maintenance: Conducting the routine cleaning and sanitisation of cages, pens, and animal rooms to maintain a high-standard environment.

Please note this is a highly physical position and requires a strong work ethic. The role involves rostered overtime, including both weekend shifts and weekday shifts that may extend until 6:00 PM after normal working hours.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will bring a strong commitment to animal care and a collaborative spirit:

• Qualifications: Ideally, you'll have a TAFE qualification or equivalent in Animal Care and Husbandry, along with previous experience in a similar role.
• Students Welcome: We encourage applications from candidates currently engaged in TAFE study, provided your availability aligns with our required weekly schedule.
• Compliance: You must be familiar with and committed to working strictly in accordance with the Australian Code for the Care and Use of Animals for Scientific Purposes.
• Teamwork: A proven ability to work effectively and cooperatively within a team is essential for success.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are a dedicated, physically fit, and highly motivated individual ready to contribute to exceptional animal care standards, we want to hear from you

Virbac is an equal opportunity employer who believes diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and benefits our people, clients, and communities.

We are committed to cultivate an inclusive and high-performing culture where our people thrive and are proud to bring their whole selves to work, inspiring a respectful and inclusive environment.