Dog Care & Adoption Officer — Flexible Hours

Auckland Council; Auckland; On-site; NZD 67,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver and benefits

Flexible working conditions

Job summary

Auckland Council is seeking an Animal Shelter Officer for the Pukekohe Adoption Centre to care for adoptable dogs and support welfare activities. This fixed-term role runs until 10 June 2027 and requires a flexible, resilient approach to work across locations and weekends.

You will assist veterinary procedures, promote adoptions, and contribute to a culture of high‑quality care and community engagement in a dynamic shelter environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in animal care or a related field.
• Physically fit and able to handle manual tasks, cleaning and lifting.
• Excellent customer service and a strong commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Feed, exercise, socialise and monitor the well‑being of dogs in the shelter.
• Safely handle dogs with knowledge of behaviour to ensure safety.
• Support behavioural development through training, enrichment and socialisation.
• Assist with health checks, treatments and euthanasia procedures as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe shelter environment, following hygiene protocols.
• Engage with adopters and the public, promoting responsible ownership and representing the shelter at events.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet operational needs and maintain records.

Skills

Animal care

Dog handling

Public education

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Auckland Council is seeking an Animal Shelter Officer for the Pukekohe Adoption Centre to care for adoptable dogs and support welfare activities. This fixed-term role runs until 10 June 2027 and requires a flexible, resilient approach to work across locations and weekends.

You will assist veterinary procedures, promote adoptions, and contribute to a culture of high‑quality care and community engagement in a dynamic shelter environment.