Animal Management Assistant
- Permanent / Full Time
- Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
- $71,709 per annum + (LGIA Stream B Level 3) + Site Allowance + Superannuation
- Location – Gracemere
Your new role
This role will see you provide quality care for impounded animals at the Animal Management Centre in line with legislative requirements ensuring duties are undertaken in a professional, efficient and confidential manner.
You will undertake cleaning of animal areas and upkeep of the Animal Management Centre by carrying out general gardening and maintenance tasks and assist in the identification of impounded animals.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
- Someone who enjoys working with animals and giving them the best care possible.
- Ability to thrive completing a variety of physical indoor and outdoor work such as cleaning, gardening and maintenance.
- Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
- Ability to carry out your duties in a safe manner whilst ensuring the safety of your team members and customers, in accordance with Council’s safety policies / procedures.
- Ability to record data with a high level of accuracy.
What you'll get in return
As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.
- Supportive Work/Life Balance
- A large employer with a strong values driven culture
- A generous superannuation scheme – Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply)
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Corporate membership discounts
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport and active social clubs
What you need to do next
To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:
- A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
- Your Current resume.
Application Criteria
- Experience working with animals including relevant husbandry techniques, cleaning, food preparation and administering medication.
- Ability to operate various mowing equipment including zero turn mower and whipper snipper.
- Communication skills and ability to work together with others to achieve common goals.
Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.
Applications Close: Monday 13 April 2026 at Midnight (AEST)