Pound Assistant Casual

About Orange City Council

Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 700 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

Job/Responsibilities

Council is currently seeking a Casual Pound Assistant.

This position will assist with the daily care and administration of companion animals (dogs and cats) and cleaning of the pound facility.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Daily care and monitoring of companion animals
• Cleaning of enclosures and pound facility
• Assisting vets whilst they provide treatment to stray companion animals in Council’s care if required
• Maintaining and updating the communication and pound register.

View the full Position Description HERE (this link will work on the Orange City Council website)

To be successful in this position you will need to have:

• Class C Drivers Licence
• Previous experience working in animal care, control, cleaning or similar
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work with limited supervision and work weekends
• Certificate IV in Companion Animal Services (desirable)

Apply by submitting your resume and providing a brief response as to why you are a great fit for this role!

If you have any queries relating to this role, please contact Pound Supervisor, Emily Cahill on 6393 8990.

Grade 2 - Hourly Rate: $35.38 (inclusive of casual loading)

Applications close: Sunday 1 December 2024 

Please Note:

• Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar casual roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months.