Job Overview
The Animal Care Technician will support a team in a variety of duties related to the operation of breeding and farrowing or grower sites. This includes routine animal husbandry, assisting with farrowing, cleaning and maintaining accommodation pens and equipment, handling chemicals, operating machinery, and caring for animals.
Responsibilities include:
* Tending to routine animal care
* Assisting with newborn animal care
* Cleaning and maintaining facilities and equipment
* Handling and using chemicals safely
* Operating machinery and equipment
* Caring for the health and well-being of the animals
Safety is a top priority at this site, and the successful applicant will be required to adhere to quarantine control procedures and follow all safety protocols and regulations.
To be successful in this role, experience in animal handling is desirable but not essential. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to OH&S and animal welfare, be able to handle the physical demands of the job, and be willing to work some weekends and public holidays.
We offer a safe working environment, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career development. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical screening.
Key Requirements
* Desirable experience in animal handling
* Strong commitment to OH&S and animal welfare
* Able to handle the physical demands of the job
* Willingness to work flexible hours including weekends and public holidays
* Certificate in Agriculture (advantageous)
What We Offer
* A safe working environment
* Comprehensive training
* Opportunities for career development