Animal Attendant

seek.com.au; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Seek.com.au is seeking a dedicated Animal Attendant to join our Millers Forest facility in NSW. The role supports animal welfare with daily husbandry duties, feeding, cleaning enclosures, and monitoring wellbeing.

This position offers part-time, casual or full-time hours with a flexible schedule. Applicants should have experience with animals, good fitness, and a reliable transport, and be prepared to undertake training in health, safety and welfare.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to animal welfare and care standards.
• Experience with animals in any setting is preferred.
• Physically capable of routine manual tasks including lifting and cleaning.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Reliable, punctual and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and reliable transport to Millers Forest, NSW.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily feeding and hydration to animals with appropriate portion control.
• Clean and maintain animal enclosures and living spaces to high hygiene standards.
• Monitor animal health and behaviour and report concerns to staff promptly.
• Assist with general facility maintenance and stock management.

Skills

Animal care

Attention to detail

Communication

Reliability

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Driver's license

Willingness to training

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Attendant to join our team in Millers Forest, NSW. This is a part-time, Casual or Full time position that plays a vital role in ensuring the health, wellbeing and comfort of the animals in our care. As an Animal Attendant, you will be responsible for daily animal husbandry duties and contribute to maintaining the high standards of care that define our organisation. This role offers the flexibility of part-time work whilst making a meaningful difference in animal welfare.

Key responsibilities

• Providing daily feeding and hydration to animals, ensuring appropriate portions and dietary requirements are met
• Cleaning and maintaining animal enclosures, shelters and living spaces to the highest hygiene standards
• Monitoring animal health and behaviour, reporting any concerns or unusual signs to senior staff immediately
• Assisting with general facility maintenance and organisation of supplies and equipment

What we're looking for

• A genuine passion for animal welfare and a commitment to providing excellent care standards
• Previous experience working with animals, whether in a professional or volunteer capacity
• Physical fitness and capability to perform manual duties including lifting, cleaning and movement around the facility
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow protocols and procedures consistently
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively on their own and as part of a team
• Reliability and punctuality, with a flexible approach to part-time scheduling
• A valid driver's license and reliable transport to the Millers Forest location
• Willingness to undertake training in animal handling, health and safety, and animal welfare best practices
• Desirable: Experience in veterinary clinics, animal shelters, farms or similar animal care environments

What we offer

We provide you with the opportunity to make a real difference in animal welfare. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where your dedication to animal care is valued and appreciated. The part-time nature of this role provides flexibility to balance work with other commitments. We are committed to the professional development of our team and provide training and support to ensure you can perform your role effectively and safely.