Animal Care Assistant and Cleaner

clincloud; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinvet South Africa is seeking an Animal Care Assistant and Cleaner for our Bloemfontein site on a fixed-term contract. The role involves cleaning animal facilities, feeding and caring for animals, and data recording for departmental use.

The ideal candidate will have Grade 12 and at least 1 year of experience in caring for dogs, cats, rodents, or farm animals, with a strong affinity for animals and the ability to meet physical requirements. This position supports animal facility operations.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is required.
• 1 year experience in care and handling of animals.
• Confidently handle all types of animals and have an affinity for animals.
• Must comply with the physical requirements of the role.

Responsibilities

• Clean animal facilities, stores, and equipment.
• Provide food and water to all animals to ensure they are healthy and well cared for.
• Interact with and handle all animals.
• Handle, stack and store animal feed.

Skills

Animal handling

Cleanliness

Attention to detail

Record keeping

Education

Grade 12

Relevant qualification beneficial

Job description

Animal Care Assistant and Cleaner - Clinvet South Africa

Clinvet SA is widely regarded as one of the leading animal health CRO's globally. We are recruiting for a fixed term contract Animal Care Assistant and Cleaner within our Animal Facility Operations and Study Support Department at Clinvet South Africa at our Bloemfontein site.

Primary Job Purpose

Cleaning of animal facilities providing food and water to animals and animal handling

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleaning animal facilities, stores, and equipment
• Providing food and water to all animals to ensure healthy and well-cared for animals
• Interact with and handle all animals
• Handling, stacking and storage of animal feed
• Record and handle data to ensure accurate and consistent information for departmental use
• Maintain and replace environmental enrichment, replenish facility consumables and equipment

Qualification and Experience Requirements

• Grade 12
• A relevant qualification will be beneficial.
• 1 years’ experience in the care and handling of dogs, cats, rodents, and farm animals
• Confidently handle all types of animals and have an affinity for animals
• Comply with the physical requirements as determined by the profile of the position

Closing Date: 11 September 2026

Employment Equity

The company is committed to ensuring that its internal policies, practices, and systems are free of barriers, emphasize the value of diversity, and promote full participation to ensure dignity, respect, and equal access for all employees. This position qualifies to be filled with a candidate from a previously disadvantaged group as per the company’s employment equity policy provided that all criteria are met by the EE candidate.

Data Protection and Privacy

The Company complies with local and international data protection and privacy legislation. This includes transparency in the processing of personal information processed about job applicants during the recruitment process. By applying for this position, applicants agree to the processing of their personal data in accordance with our recruitment procedure and Privacy Notice available from our website.

The Companymay performCriminal and/or other relevant checks on all applicants applying for positions,as is relevant to the position.