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The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40km south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life. One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations. Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the City’s Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork – RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.
Temporary, to 1 June 2027
Part-time – 29 hours per week, worked Monday to Friday
The City of Rockingham is an award winning local government located 40km south of the Perth CBD and is known as the place where the coast comes to life. One of the fastest growing local governments in the south metropolitan area, we are responsible for the provision and delivery of high quality services, facilities and events that meet or exceed community expectations. Providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees is important to us and we are committed to employing team members who share the City’s Values of Recognition, Ethics, Service, Professional Development, Empowerment, Communication and Teamwork – RESPECT. These Values are incorporated into all aspects of employment at the City.
Work in a specialised, hands-on role supporting animal management operations and develop your skills alongside an experienced industry professional.
The City of Rockingham is seeking a motivated and capable individual to join our Animal Management Facility on a temporary basis. This position is based exclusively at the facility and works directly alongside the Animal Management Facility Operations Officer, supporting the delivery of high standards in animal care, compliance, and facility operations.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience while working under the guidance of a highly experienced and well-qualified Animal Management Facility Operations Officer, who leads and manages the facility.
What You’ll Do in the Role
- Assist with the intake, care, management, and release of animals
- Apply safe, effective, and compliant animal handling practices
- Support behavioural assessments and animal welfare outcomes
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and documentation
- Engage professionally with members of the public, including managing enquiries and collections
- Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and operational standards of the facility
You Will Have
- Demonstrated animal handling skills and relevant practical experience
- Sound communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage challenging or sensitive situations professionally
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work effectively within a small, team-based environment
Experience in animal control, compliance, or a similar field is highly regarded. A relevant qualification in animal care or a related field is desirable.
We are offering a gross salary of $86,797 per annum pro-rated. Benefits of working with us include:
- 12% superannuation with the option to co-contribute up to a further 5% - that’s a total of 22%
- A variety of health and wellbeing programs including a physical health reimbursement subsidy payment of up to $200 per annum, free flu vaccinations, free skin cancer checks, mental health programs and Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) services
- Up to two additional paid days of absence per annum
An information package, including the position description, is available on our website.
Applications must be submitted online by 4pm, 10 July 2026.
The City reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of applications be received before this date. This means that applications may close without notice, so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible.
This process may be used to fill future similar permanent or fixed-term positions that may become available in the City during the next 12 months.
If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact the Recruitment Team via email at [email protected] or phone 08 9528 0333. We’re happy to discuss options to assist you e.g. we can provide alternate formats for application forms, or alternate methods of applying.
The City of Rockingham encourages applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, including First Nations people, people living with disability and people who speak a first language other than English.
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