- Permanent / Full Time
- Monday to Friday, 76 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
- $71,709 per annum + (LGIA Stream B Level 3) + Site Allowance + Superannuation
- Location – Gracemere
Your new role
Looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real difference? Join Rockhampton Regional Council as an Animal Management Assistant and play a vital role in the daily operations of our Animal Management Centre.
This is an active, practical position where you'll be involved in the day-to-day care of impounded animals and the upkeep of the facility. Your duties will include cleaning kennels and animal enclosures, feeding and caring for animals, maintaining safe and hygienic environments, assisting with the identification of impounded animals, and carrying out general gardening, grounds maintenance, and minor maintenance tasks.
Working both indoors and outdoors, you'll help ensure the Centre remains clean, well-maintained, and operational while supporting the welfare of animals in our care.
If you enjoy practical work, take pride in maintaining high standards, and want a role where you can see the impact of your efforts every day, we'd love to hear from you.
This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).
What we are looking for
- Someone who enjoys working with animals and giving them the best care possible.
- Ability to thrive completing a variety of physical indoor and outdoor work such as cleaning, gardening and maintenance.
- Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
- Ability to carry out your duties in a safe manner whilst ensuring the safety of your team members and customers, in accordance with Council’s safety policies / procedures.
- Ability to record data with a high level of accuracy.
What you'll get in return
As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.
- Supportive Work/Life Balance
- A large employer with a strong values driven culture
- 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Corporate membership discounts
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport and active social clubs
What you need to do next
To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:
- A 1-2 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
Application Criteria
- Demonstrated experience in animal care and husbandry, including animal handling, enclosure cleaning, food preparation, and administering medication in accordance with established procedures.
- Ability to perform physically demanding operational duties, including lifting, carrying and moving animal feed, supplies and equipment, as well as operating grounds maintenance equipment such as zero-turn mowers and whipper snippers safely and effectively.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with others, contribute positively to a team environment, and support the achievement of shared goals.
Please use Council’s cover letter template and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.
Applications Close: Monday 20 July 2026 at Midnight (AEST)
