About The Role
Do you have a passion for caring for animals and experience working with a diverse range of terrestrial and aquatic animals? As an Animal Care Attendant you will provide high quality daily care for the many animals in the Ipswich Nature Centre, supporting the wellbeing of the animals and contributing to a positive experience for the local community. You'll help ensure our animals receive the highest standard of daily care while also maintaining a safe and welcoming environment that meets all regulatory and welfare requirements.
Responsibilities
* Animal feeding, administration of medication and treatments, enclosure preparation, cleaning and maintenance
* Document animal health, behaviour and daily routines and report on the identification and management of any risks
* Demonstrated ability to undertake site and animal maintenance activities
* Undertake animal movement or containment activities
View the position description for more details about the role.
About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Current C Class Driver Licence
* Certificate 2 in Captive Animal Management or relevant industry experience
* Belief in our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency and leadership
Upon commencement, the successful candidate will need to be immunised against Q Fever and Rabies (if not already immunised) and pass a respiratory fit test before they start wearing a tight fitting respirator and at regular intervals during their employment. Workers must be clean shaven or only have facial hair that does not interfere with the fitting surfaces and the valve of the respirator.
About The Benefits
There are 2 permanent part time positions (approximately 20 hours a week) available with a salary commencing at $69,072 (pro‐rata) plus 12.5% superannuation. These positions may be required to work weekends and public holidays.
* Positive workplace culture: Be part of a team that values positivity, inclusivity and a supportive environment where everyone can thrive
* Work/Life balance: A supportive approach to work/life balance to maintain your well-being while fulfilling your work ambitions
* Diversity and inclusion: Work with a diverse workforce where different ideas and perspectives lead to innovation and better decision making
* Learning and development: Experience ongoing learning, development and career opportunities to enhance your skills, expertise and knowledge of industry trends
* Health and well-being: Access to discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program and special events supporting your physical and mental health
* Leave options: Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, cultural leave and other leave options
* Salary packaging: Tailor a variety of salary packaging options to your needs such as financial advice, income protection insurance, professional memberships
About Us
Ipswich is a dynamic blend of rich heritage, proud communities, diverse landscapes, and a lively energy all contributing to a region full of liveability and opportunity. It is the state's fastest growing city and one of the oldest provincial cities.
Ipswich City Council contributes to our vibrant and growing region with teams operating across various industries delivering services to the community and creating our vision.
'Ipswich, a city of opportunity for all. Join us.'
We have a workplace culture built on our values of safety and wellbeing, communication, collaboration, integrity, efficiency, and leadership. Come and join us in shaping the future of the city and its people.
Join us
If you share our values and are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for the Ipswich community, then this could be the role for you.
Please apply online and submit:
* A cover letter of no more than 2 pages describing how your skills and experience will assist in meeting the requirements of this role
* A resume of no more than 4 pages including current licences/tickets/qualifications/certificates/visa that you hold
Closing date: 26 March 2026
Please direct any related questions to careers@ipswich.qld.gov.au.
Pre Employment Screening: Successful applicants must agree to provide information for pre‐employment screening including referee checks, validation of eligibility to work in Australia, criminal history check and may include health assessments, validation of qualifications and licences and other screening checks.
Ipswich City Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer: We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace by supporting equal opportunities regardless of gender, culture, generation, sexual orientation, or disability. We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination, and violence.
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