Canine Attendants
Job No:
GDQ85
Location:
Bald Hills
Guide Dogs Queensland are seeking enthusiastic part-time Canine Attendants to join the team at our Breeding and Training centre at Bald Hills.
Canine Attendants are responsible for creating and maintaining a high quality kennel environment that ensures the health and well-being of the Guide Dogs Queensland Colony are always a priority.
Canine Attendants perform general canine duties and tasks including administrative tasks relating to the health and general husbandry of the dogs in our care. This may include bathing, grooming, health checking, weighing, exercising, feeding and toileting.
Facilities operate 365 days per year, including all public holidays. Canine Attendants will cover shifts including early morning, evening and weekend work.
About You
You will have a Certificate III in Animal Studies or experience working in kennels, veterinary clinics or boarding facilities as well as an Open drivers licence and an up to date tetanus vaccination.
About Us
Guide Dogs Queensland is a leading provider of services to Queenslanders living with no or low vision. Voted one of Australia’s most trusted charities, and with thanks to the ongoing support of the community, we are able to help people with low or no vision reach their goals and experience everything life has to offer. Our services are all tailored to ensure blind and vision impaired Queenslanders can fulfil their potential and live life the way they choose.
We offer our team:
- Roles which challenge and reward you whilst allowing you to grow your skill set.
- A competitive salary in accordance with experience.
- A rewarding career where you have the chance to make a real difference to the lives of Queenslanders living with low or no vision.
- Great location, beautiful campus and dogs in the workplace.
- Close to public transport and free onsite parking.
- Great team culture.
- GDQ is committed to building a highly skilled workforce, assisted by a dedicated leadership team. We support our staff with learning and development opportunities, an employee benefits program and progressive workforce management strategies.
To view our position description, please click here.
How to Apply
Please complete the application form below and submit your covering letter explaining why you would be suitable to the role (no more than 2 pages) and a copy of your Resume/CV.
Applications close 15 June 2022.
