Animal Attendant (Casual)

• Casual position(s)
• Seven days per week availability highly regarded
• Band 2 $40.25 per hour inc casual loading + super

About the role:

The Ballarat Animal Shelter impounds approximately 2500 animals per year and takes on animals from surrounding shires.

Animal Attendants are required to assist in the education of the community in Responsible Pet Ownership and Animal Management services as needed as well as maintain the Ballarat City Council facilities in a clean and sanitary condition in accordance with Council's procedures.

Duties for this role will require:

• Animal husbandry
• Medicating
• Cleaning
• Enrichment
• Daily reporting

About you:

To be successful in this role you will have a passion for animal welfare and a strong commitment to contributing to animal enrichment. Basic experience/on-the-job training in the care and maintenance of animals and animal handling and basic interpersonal and communication skills are required for this position.

Ability to demonstrate self-motivation and self-discipline in work undertaken is essential.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrated experience in working in a busy customer service driven environment.
• Ability to work with companion animals and stock with understanding and knowledge of animal behaviour
• Willingness and availability to work across all areas of the shelter as required.
• Ability to work in a highly emotionally driven workforce.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft office, and organisational processes
• Well-developed customer service and communication skills.
• Positive team member and a keen attitude for sharing knowledge.
• Knowledge and understanding of health and safety issues relevant to animal husbandry

Be Part of Something More:

Join us in making a real difference to the lives within our community. Working for City of Ballarat you will be part of a team that values honesty, transparency and accounting in everything we do. We believe in the importance of valuing every Individual and working together to support the community. Together we create a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and make a positive impact.

Benefits:

There's more to remuneration than just salary.

Here are some key benefits you might value:

• Learning and development programs
• Flexible work policies
• Employee benefits program
• MyWellbeing initiatives

To Apply:

To apply for this position please click on the apply button and submit your application. The closing date for this position is 11:59pm Sunday 23 August 2026.

Please ensure that you provide a cover letter, current resume and address the key selection criteria.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.

Contact:

For any additional questions, please contact Jayne Banks, Shelter Supervisor on 04•• ••• 789.

At the City of Ballarat, we celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive, flexible workplace where everyone feels welcome. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply. If you need any support during the recruitment process, reach out to us at ••••@ballarat.vic.gov.au

We're proud to be a child-safe organisation, committed to protecting children and young people from harm. Our culture promotes their safety and wellbeing, and we require all successful candidates to undergo relevant screening, including a Working with Children Check and criminal history check.