Compassionate Animal Attendant — Rehoming Centre

Animal Welfare League Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Retail discounts

Veterinary discounts

Job summary

Animal Welfare League Queensland (AWLQ) is seeking a Part-time Animal Attendant for our Willawong Rehoming Centre. You will care for dogs, cats, livestock and small pets, ensuring high standards of welfare and comfort, while supporting adoptions and customer interactions.

You will work with a dedicated team, handle animal housing, records, and enrichment programs, and demonstrate strong communication and reliability to help improve animal lives and community outcomes.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Animal Studies (desirable)
• Demonstrated experience in animal care in a professional setting
• National Police Clearance Certificate
• Experience using digital management software and data entry systems

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean animal housing to a high standard
• Provide high standards of animal care, including routine veterinary medications and treatments
• Deliver enrichment and behaviour management programs
• Assist with impounding and reuniting lost animals with owners
• Assist customers with pet meet-and-greets and adoptions
• Update animal and customer records using digital management systems
• Provide exceptional customer service to visitors at the Rehoming Centre
• Promote animal care products and food at adoption points

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Animal Studies

Job description

Animal Welfare League Queensland (AWLQ) is seeking a Part-time Animal Attendant for our Willawong Rehoming Centre. You will care for dogs, cats, livestock and small pets, ensuring high standards of welfare and comfort, while supporting adoptions and customer interactions.

You will work with a dedicated team, handle animal housing, records, and enrichment programs, and demonstrate strong communication and reliability to help improve animal lives and community outcomes.