Animal Care Centre Supervisor

Albury City Council

Albury, Albury Area, NSW

Veterinary Services & Animal Welfare (Farming, Animals & Conservation)

Government - Local (Government & Defence)

Full time

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Working at AlburyCity is not just a job; you are connected to something much bigger.

Every position, every person, and every department is here for our community and to make a difference to where we work, live, and play. We are here to learn, to grow, to achieve, and to create genuine connections within our community.

The Position

This supervisory role oversees three Albury Animal Management Facility employees, provides customer service excellence, and is responsible for the coordination of day-to-day operations at the Albury Animal Management Facility.

Working 38 hours per week with a fortnightly RDO

Be a part of our Animal Care Centre

Come and work for an engaging and dynamic team

About us

We are the facilitator of a thriving, resilient, and livable city full of opportunities and the custodians of an environment like no other. We ensure Albury is a great place to live, work, and invest.

Qualifications & experience

Certificate III in Animal Studies, Business Administration or equivalent tertiary qualification/experience in a related discipline

Class C (standard) Driver's Licence (compulsory to have and maintain)

Authorised Implanter Accreditation - or ability to obtain

Euthanasia Qualification - or ability to obtain

Ability to hold and maintain the appropriate approval to possess, store, and administer pentobarbital (Lethabarb) for the euthanasia of animals, including.

Correct storage

Accurate record keeping and document management

Knowledge of euthanasia techniques

Understanding safety precautions

Adherence to ethical guidelines

Knowledge of relevant legislation governing the use of euthanasia in NSW

Effective communication

Tasks & responsibilities

Oversee the maintenance and operations of the AlburyCity Animal Management Facility in a manner that provides exceptional customer service to our community and compassionate care to the impounded animals.

Develop, implement, and coordinate the administration needs of the Animal Management Facility, including the development and maintenance of databases, electronic record-keeping systems, stock control and inventory, cash-handling procedures, and reporting functions. 

Assist in the delivery of facility operations, including daily cleaning and maintenance of the office and animal facilities.

Administer pentobarbital (Lethabarb) to euthanize animals in accordance with AlburyCity procedure.

Manage all complaints and grievances relating to the facility.

Hours

Based on a 38 hour week, with actual days and times being Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm, with an RDO in accordance with AlburyCity's RDO guidelines 

Benefits

Live and work in a culture-rich location minutes from the Murray River, just a short drive to one of Victoria’s best wine regions, and with the ski fields so close you will be zooming down the mountains in under two hours. 

Our employee benefits include professional development and flexible working conditions. Our conditions of employment support equal opportunities and an ethical, diverse, and inclusive workplace.

We also recognize and value your priorities beyond work. It’s important to us that you have a sustainable work–life balance, so we offer flexible working arrangements, a nine-day fortnight (full-time staff), and a range of leave options and support programs.

AlburyCity is committed to being a child-safe organization by creating cultures, adopting strategies, and taking action to empower children. We work hard to keep them safe from harm because child safety is everyone’s responsibility.

This role closes on the 08 June 2025 The role may close earlier for the right applicant.

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Should you require any further information for this role email Andrew Hill on andrew.hill@alburycity.nsw.gov.au or call on 02 6023 8195.