Animal Care Technician Role
We are seeking reliable and committed animal care technicians to join our casual pool, providing essential care and husbandry for research animals. This role ensures the welfare of animals while supporting general facility operations.
This includes the use of equipment, chemicals, and other materials. You'll contribute to maintenance tasks and the daily functionality of the facility, working under routine or general supervision.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
* Providing care and welfare for livestock, ensuring clean housing and maintaining biosecurity.
* Performing record-keeping and assisting with research sampling and euthanasia as needed.
* Preparing facilities, operating machinery, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A Certificate III in Agriculture (or equivalent) and relevant work experience.
* Possession of a C Class Licence and at least 2 years' experience in livestock handling and animal husbandry.
* Competence in livestock techniques (e.g., SC/IM injections, blood collection).
* Experience operating plant and machinery (e.g., tractors, forklifts) and capacity to obtain required licences/permits.
Benefits
As an animal care technician, you'll enjoy:
* A competitive hourly rate.
* The opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
* The chance to develop your skills and knowledge in animal care and husbandry.
About Us
We're a leading institution in the field of animal science and research. We're committed to excellence and innovation, and we're looking for like-minded individuals to join our team.
If you're passionate about animal care and have the skills and qualifications we're looking for, please don't hesitate to apply.