At a Glance
- Tasks: Support animal care by providing comfort, cleanliness, and basic needs for hospitalised pets.
- Company: Join ARH Homebush, a leading 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital in NSW.
- Benefits: Above award wage, career progression, learning opportunities, and staff discounts on pet services.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of animals while working in a compassionate team.
- Qualifications: Passion for animals, teamwork skills, and attention to cleanliness; experience preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 $ per year.
At ARH Homebush, we’re more than a hospital - we’re a community of veterinary professionals united by compassion, collaboration, and excellence.
Since opening in 1999 as New South Wales' first multi-specialist and 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital, ARH Homebush has been at the forefront of specialist patient care.
As an Animal Attendant, you will play a critical role in the wellbeing of hospitalised patients we care for.
You will be there to provide comfort and the basic necessities - food and water, walks, a clean bed, etc. as well as to support our incredibly hardworking team keeping the hospital sparkling clean and well stocked.
Our animal attendant team are greatly valued and are an integral part of the success of the day to day running of our hospital!
Please note that this is a support and cleaning-based role with minimal animal handling.
Yourdutieswill include
- Cage cleaning and re-setting
- Walking, feeding, and watering inpatients and boarding animals
- Maintaining cleanliness of hospital areas, including floors/bins/surfaces, throughout the day as required
- Assisting with patient handling and monitoring under staff direction
- Daily laundry/dishes upkeep
- Restocking consumables throughout the hospital
Working with us, you can enjoy
- Above award wage
- Career progression for passionate and dedicated team members
- Opportunity for continued learning and access to courses within the hospital
- An employer who focuses on the well-being of all staff
- Discounts on both pet products and services
To be successful in this role, you will be
- Passionate about animals and committed to their wellbeing
- Experiencein an animal hospital, shelter, boarding facility, or similar environment
- A team player with excellentcommunication skills
- Reliable, punctual, and ready to roll up your sleeves
- Someone who takes pride in high standards of cleanliness and care, with attention to detail
- A Certificate II or III in Animal Studies (or currently studying) will be highly regarded but what matters most is your attitude, empathy, and willingness to learn!
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Greencross Pet Wellness Company is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and values-driven work culture that prioritises the wellbeing of both pets and people. Located in North Ryde, employees benefit from career growth opportunities within a national network, while contributing to a purpose-led organisation that fosters collaboration and innovation in the pet care industry.
Contact Details:
Greencross Pet Wellness Company Recruitment Team
