Casual Animal Attendant / Driver

Aeropets Animal Transport; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Aeropets Animal Transport is seeking a casual Animal Attendant / Driver for our Banksmeadow, NSW facility. You will combine driving responsibilities with hands-on animal care to ensure safe, comfortable transport and welfare throughout journeys.

Flexibility is a key feature of this casual position, with opportunities to develop skills in animal care and transport operations while supporting veterinary clients, breeders, rescues and pet owners across Australia.

Qualifications

• A valid Australian driver's licence with a clean driving record.
• Genuine passion for animal welfare and compassionate approach to working with animals.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Reliability and punctuality with flexible/casual hours.
• Physical fitness for manual tasks related to animal transport and vehicle maintenance.
• Knowledge of animal handling and relevant welfare legislation.
• Organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Operate vehicles safely to transport animals to destinations in compliance with regulations and safety standards.
• Provide attentive care and monitoring to animals during transit.
• Prepare transport vehicles and equipment, ensuring cleanliness and readiness.
• Conduct pre- and post-journey vehicle inspections for safety.
• Maintain accurate transport records and documentation.
• Communicate with clients, dispatch and management about transport status.
• Comply with animal welfare legislation and company policies.
• Assist with general tasks such as vehicle cleaning and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Driver's license

Vehicle operation

Animal welfare

Communication

Reliability

Manual handling

Organisation

First aid

Animal handling

Transport operations

Job description

About the role

Aeropets Animal Transport is seeking a Casual Animal Attendant / Driver to join our team at our Banksmeadow, NSW facility. This is a casual position offering flexibility whilst providing essential support to our animal transport operations. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe, comfortable and professional transportation of animals, combining both driving responsibilities and hands‑on animal care. This position is ideal for someone seeking flexible work arrangements within the animal logistics sector.

Key responsibilities

Operate vehicles safely and professionally to transport animals to their destinations in compliance with all relevant regulations and safety standards

Provide attentive care and monitoring to animals during transit, ensuring their comfort and wellbeing throughout the journey

Prepare transport vehicles and equipment, ensuring they are clean, properly maintained and equipped with necessary supplies for animal welfare

Conduct pre‑journey and post‑journey vehicle inspections to identify any maintenance issues or safety concerns

Maintain detailed and accurate records of animal transport, including pick‑up and delivery documentation

Communicate effectively with clients, dispatch and management to provide updates on transport status and address any concerns

Comply with animal welfare legislation and Aeropets Animal Transport policies and procedures at all times

Assist with general operational tasks including vehicle cleaning, equipment maintenance and facility tidying as required

What we’re looking for

A valid Australian driver's licence with a clean driving record and demonstrated experience in vehicle operation

Genuine passion for animal welfare and a compassionate approach to working with animals of various species

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, colleagues and management

Reliability and punctuality, with the ability to manage flexible and potentially irregular working hours inherent to casual employment

Physical fitness and capability to handle manual tasks associated with animal transport and vehicle maintenance

Knowledge of animal handling best practices and familiarity with relevant animal welfare legislation

Organisational skills with an ability to manage documentation accurately and maintain attention to detail

A proactive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt to the operational requirements of animal transport

Relevant certifications such as First Aid, Animal Handling or Transport Operations experience are highly desirable

What we offer

Aeropets Animal Transport provides a casual work environment that offers flexibility to suit your lifestyle. We are committed to fostering a supportive workplace culture where team members are valued and respected. As a casual team member, you will have access to training and development opportunities to enhance your skills in animal care and transport operations. We encourage a collaborative approach to work and provide clear communication channels between all levels of the organisation. Working with us means being part of a dedicated team passionate about animal welfare and professional service delivery.

About us

Aeropets Animal Transport is a specialist animal logistics company operating across Australia. We are dedicated to providing safe, professional and compassionate animal transport services to clients including veterinary clinics, breeders, rescue organisations and pet owners. Our mission is to ensure every animal in our care receives the highest standard of treatment and arrives at their destination safely and comfortably. We pride ourselves on our expertise, reliability and commitment to animal welfare. With years of experience in the industry, Aeropets Animal Transport has established itself as a trusted partner in animal logistics, built on a foundation of professionalism, care and excellence.