Animal Shelter Trainee

Job title: Animal Shelter Trainee

Company: Sutherland Shire Council

Job description: Are you looking for the perfect opportunity to kick start your career with animals?Are you confident with handling animals and want to develop relevant skills and knowledge within the industry through hands-on work whilst also supporting this with study to gain a nationally recognised Certificate III in Animal Studies?Join the SSC Animal Shelter team and complete your traineeship with an organisation and team that values growth and learning and provides training and employment opportunities to help you reach your career goals.Animal Shelter Trainee

• Join a passionate team dedicated to animal welfare.
• Gain hands-on experience while contributing to your community.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Be a part of a dynamic environment where every day is different!

About UsAt Sutherland Shire Council, we pride ourselves on being a community-focused organisation that champions the well-being of all animals. Our Animal Shelter Operations team is dedicated to providing care, rehabilitation, and rehoming for companion animals while promoting responsible pet ownership in our community.We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals who share our passion for animal welfare to join our team as Animal Shelter Trainees. This is an exciting temporary full-time opportunity, allowing you to make a real difference in the lives of animals and their owners.Your RoleAs an Animal Shelter Trainee, you will have the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the daily operations of our shelter. You will assist in the care of animals, support community education initiatives, and help maintain a clean and welcoming environment for both animals and visitors.This role is perfect for someone eager to learn and grow within the field of animal care while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment.Who We’re Looking ForWe are looking for individuals who are not only passionate about animals but also eager to contribute to the community and enhance their skills through hands-on experience.

• Commitment to completing the Certificate III in Animal Studies.
• Experience in handling companion animals.
• Strong desire to work with animals and promote responsible pet ownership.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Experience in customer service is a plus.

If you are a proactive individual with a love for animals and a willingness to learn, we want to hear from you! This role offers the potential for personal and professional growth as you develop your skills in animal care and shelter operations.Join our Team and Grow with Us!If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit!
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Monday 27 January 2025
• Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
• Package: $41,771 gross p.a. plus 11.5% superannuation.
• Hours of work: Temporary full time position working 35 hours per week, with an option of 19 day month for maximum period of 18 months whilst completing a Cert III in Library and Information Services (Study to be completed at Ultimo TAFE).
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, corporate membership to our leisure centres, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and may also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.Click on the link to check out theReach out to the recruitment team to assist with any related enquiries.Apply NowPrivacy AcknowledgmentSutherland Shire Council (Council) adheres to The Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 NSW when collecting, using and storing your personal information, and is committed to ensuring the privacy of your personal information. Council is collecting your personal information as part of the recruitment and selection process and advises your application will be hosted by an external service provider under contract by Council. By proceeding with your application, you acknowledge your personal information will be hosted by Councils’ external service provider until such time as you notify otherwise. * Yes I agree to the privacy statement*Personal Details * Required field * First name*

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(Please click on your profile and copy the URL from your profile page.)QuestionsPlease confirm that you have read the position description* * Yes

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Please confirm that you meet all the mandatory qualification/licence requirements of this role * * Yes

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• Please outline any other tertiary qualifications you may have (if any) i.e. Certificate, Diploma or Degree.*

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• Please share your experience working with animals and what makes you confident working with them?*
• The Animal Shelter provides care for a range of animals. Explain in your own words what you believe to be the responsibilities of the role and what your daily tasks would be?*
• Working at the Animal Shelter requires strong team work and effective communication. Provide an example of a time you effectively communicated within a team environment either at school, within a sporting group or in a workplace.*
• This position would require you to work full time whilst also completing a study component. What skills/techniques do you utilise to stay organised and manage your time effectively?*
• Share 3 of your strengths that set you apart from other applicants?*

The Animal Shelter operates over 7 days, including public holidays. Should you be successful in this opportunity, will you have availability to work weekends?* * Yes

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Are you fully vaccinated (minimum 2 doses) with an approved COVID-19 vaccine and can provide Council with evidence of vaccination, or an accepted certified medical contraindication? Council reserves the right to confirm the validity of contraindications in accordance with NSW Health guidelines, and to direct a Worker to undertake an independent medical examination in relation to the issuance of a medical contraindication certificate as part of the application if required.* * Yes

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As part of this recruitment process you may be required to participate in pre employment screening which may include but not limited to the following ; National Criminal Background Check, Functional Assessment, Reference Checking, Psychometric Assessment , Working with Children Check, Driving History Check, Qualification or Work Rights Verification, skills assessments & Covid-19 Vaccination immunisation requirements. Do you understand and acknowledge this requirement?* * Yes

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• Should you be successful with your application, will you be engaging in other employment (including paid or unpaid ) that is outside of Sutherland Shire Council, or in addition to existing employment with Sutherland Shire Council? If yes, please disclose details. (Note: Secondary Employment must be approved by Sutherland Shire Council’s CEO prior to any offer of employment).*
• Please advise of any possible conflict of interest which may need to be considered as part of your application. Do you have any relationship with employee/s that are current or have previously been associated with Sutherland Shire Council? This may be a partner, parent, sibling, friend, neighbour and/or previous work colleague. If yes, please disclose details. (Please note: Conflict of interest must be appropriately managed to ensure a consistent and fair recruitment process for all candidates).*

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Job date: Wed, 18 Dec 2024 01:03:48 GMT

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