Animal Attendant Taupo

Taupo - New Zealand

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

ABOUT US

By rescuing rehabilitating sheltering and advocating for animals we are directly improving their lives. Our Animal Services teams run our 28 Centres from Kerikeri to Invercargill and they are essential in us being able to do the work we do.

Description

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our Centres are working hard rescuing caring for and rehoming animals in need. They are the face of the SPCA in their communities working to create real and sustainable change for the wellbeing of animals. The Centres are run by a bunch of passionate people from Centre Managers to Animal Attendants who prioritise animal welfare and community connection.

Sound like your people

ABOUT THE ROLE

We have an exciting opportunity for an Animal Attendant to join our Animal Services team.

This role is -

Permanent Part Time
Monday Sunday 8.00 am 4.30 pm as rostered
Taupo based

In this role you get to see the best and the worst. It is a rewarding fulfilling and essential role as well as demanding heartbreaking and physical. It takes a special kind of person to do this role but what you get back can really fill your cup.

You will be their human and ensure that all animals in the centre are cared for appropriately and our adoption avenues are being used to their fullest. Making sure our animal database is updated and accurate and assisting with all routine veterinary visits.

You will coordinateand workwith our teams and volunteers to improve animal pathways through the centre. You will handle enquiries regarding adoption at the centre in person via phone or website. You will monitoranimal health behaviour and administer medication.

You will enhanceopportunities for socialisation enrichment and behaviour modification for the animals in the shelter and you will workwith other departments to ensure the animal areas are functioning well and goals are being achieved.

ABOUT YOU

Youre an animal advocate you are passionate about animal welfare care and education. Our vision purpose and values resonate with you and you have a love for working with both humans and animals.

You will also have

Animal handling experience and knowledge
Experience working with volunteers and increasing volunteer and foster numbers and capability
Influencing and conflict management skills
Strong communication and customer service skills
The ability to think on your feet
A positive and friendly approach to customers animals and team members
High empathy and resilience
Experience working in a busy environment where multitasking is key
Experience working with the community in a customer facing role

OUR PURRKS

Our team is full of passionate purpose-driven people who love animals and want to make the world a kinder and more compassionate place. Some other purrks include

To be a part of the greater good to have the privilege of making a difference to the welfare of animals across New Zealand
Consistent support and an opportunity to continue to learn
Opportunity to bring fresh thinking and new ideas to get involved in projects that can build on the solid foundation that we have
To work with likeminded people
A paid day off on your birthday (only for permanent roles)
Onsite parking available (if available)

HOW TO APPLY

For more information about impressive work we do and the impact we have here at the SPCA click here. For the job description click here.

If you are ready to be part of something amazing APPLY NOW we cant wait to see your application!

Applications for this role may be reviewed as they are received so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!

We have a diverse inclusive and values driven culture at SPCA. We value a diverse work environment because teams are stronger with different perspectives and experiences so we welcome people from all walks of life to apply.

All applicants must possess the legal right to work in New Zealand either as a New Zealand or Australian Citizen or by holding a valid working visa.

Simply click Apply and complete our simple online application process*. Please contact if you have any additional questions.

*Only applications submitted through the official process will be considered.

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