Animal Management Support Officer

Point Cook - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Employment type: Full time Permanent

Hours per week: 38

Remuneration: Band 4 salary from $78402.48 per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDO

Location: Point Cook

About the role

The Animal Management Support Officer sits within our City Amenity and Safety department and works to provide support to the Animal Management Unit in meeting its obligations under the Domestic Animals Act 1994 and the Units Domestic Animal Management Plan.

In this role you will use your skills attention to detail and prior experience to undertake enforcement and education programs and activities aimed to achieve compliance with Councils Local Laws and improve community awareness and safety.

The animal team provides an afterhours emergency response service. You will be part of an afterhours and weekend roster to support the team in providing the service. A vehicle will be provided on site for work duties.

Please note that there is no work from home provision with this role.

What your day will look like

Attending residential locations and local vet practices for daily collections and impounding of stray/wandering cats and dogs

Assisting the pound with husbandry of impounded pets and other duties as required

Providing information to residents on compliance of Councils Local Laws and the Domestic Animals Act 1994

Providing information and education on responsible pet ownership and legislative requirements of owning a cat or dog in Wyndham

Data entry issuing notices and drafting letters

What you will bring

A relevant TAFE or equivalent certificate and/or related experience

Working knowledge of the relevant legislation

An understanding of animal behaviour and husbandry practices

Experience working in an animal keeping environment (desirable)

Current Victorian Drivers licence

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Previous experience in Local Government (desirable)

If you progress past the interview stage you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include police checks a medical qualification verification and an Australian work rights check.

Why join Wyndham

We are one of Australias fastest growing and most diverse cities.

By 2040 we will have more than 500000 residents and our people are hard at work designing the precincts building the infrastructure developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared.

Look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture a sense of purpose and possibility and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong.

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce.

How to apply

Please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role via the provided link.

Applications close at 11:59PM on Sunday 26 October 2025.

If you have further role-specific questions please contact Elaine Bugeja Area Leader Animal Management on .

Wyndham City Council is committed to providing a recruitment experience that is fair inclusive and accessible.

If you have specific accessibility needs or general recruitment enquiries please contact our Careers team via or.

Child Safe Organisation

Wyndham City Council has zero tolerance to any form of child abuse and is committed to the safety wellbeing and empowerment of children. We create and maintain a child safe organisation which is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all employees volunteers and contractors. Additionally we are committed to fostering a culture of safety within the Council which includes the inclusion and empowerment of Aboriginal children their families and communities. Our recruitment practices reflect this.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Wyndham City Council we value workforce diversity and inclusion and embrace individual uniqueness. We value diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people while providing high-quality services to all members of our community regardless of age gender ethnicity religion cultural background disability or sexuality.

Wyndham has one of the largest Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in the Western Region with a rich and diverse history. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and welcome applications from candidates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background. To read more about Wyndham Citys Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan please visit our website.

Additional Information

Required Experience:

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Employment type: Full time PermanentHours per week: 38Remuneration: Band 4 salary from $78402.48 per annum plus superannuation and a fortnightly RDOLocation: Point Cook About the roleThe Animal Management Support Officer sits within our City Amenity and Safety department and works to provide support...