This operational role works within a dedicated team of Companion Animal and Ranger Services Officers, with daily operations across companion animal management, parks and oval patrols, unattended property and complaint investigations.
Position Type
Permanent full time
$68,955 to $77,220 per annum (based 76 hours per fortnight), plus superannuation, and a 9 day fortnight. Appointed salary in this range will be based on skills, qualifications and experience.
About us
At Hornsby Shire Council, we offer more than just a job. We are a community where everyone plays a vital role in creating a positive culture while delivering meaningful work with a real impact. We are inclusive and flexible and champion your professional growth. Join us in building our Shire for the future and be part of a team that values your individuality and empowers you to contribute to something greater. Check out our employee value proposition and what it is like to work at Hornsby Shire Council.
About the role
The position delivers high-quality professional and technical services to support both the organisation and the community, ensuring effective enforcement of the Local Government Act ****, Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act ****, and the Companion Animals Act ****. With a strong focus on outcomes and time-sensitive service delivery, the role delivers operational compliance activities, manages animal welfare for impounded animals in line with legislative requirements, and drives consistent, high-standard regulatory practice across the team.
Position requirements
Current Class C driver's licence.
Certificate IV in Government Investigations, or demonstrated equivalent and relevant experience in an enforcement role
Extensive experience in companion animal management including regulatory enforcement
Level of fitness required to undertake a broad range of physical tasks




Participation in rostered on-call, after hours and weekend work is a requirement of this position
Desirable
Holder of Micro chipping certification, or willing to obtain
Knowledge of the NSW Pet Registry
About you
To be successful in the role you will have experience in regulatory enforcement roles relevant to companion animal management, be skilled in investigations, interviewing, evidence collection and applying relevant legislation.
You will have demonstrated competency with Microsoft Office and record keeping systems, time management and strong problem solving skills. You will possess sound knowledge of the relevant legislative framework related to companion animal management, animal welfare and best practice handling techniques.
You will be an exceptional communicator, confident in engaging with diverse stakeholders and adept at conflict resolution, negotiation, community education. You will be outcomes focussed, balancing the expectations of the community and reputation of Hornsby Council.
Benefits of working with us
We offer more than just a job, we understand the importance of a work-life balance and are proud to offer a range of perks:
Adaptable working opportunities, such as 9-day fortnight for full time permanent and temporary fixed term employees, hybrid work arrangements, part time and job share work opportunities
Generous leave provisions, including:
Long Service Leave after 5 years (transferable between Councils)
Parental Leave (up to 28 weeks)
My Leave (5 days per annum, prorata for part time)
Employee Health and Wellbeing Program, as well as Fitness Passport and annual flu vaccinations
Employee Assistance Program
Professional Development Opportunities
Motor vehicle novated leasing and salary sacrifice opportunities
Social Club
Long Service Awards
Applications close
28 August **** at *****pm
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📌 Animal Management Officer (New South Wales)
🏢 Hornsby Shire Council
📍 New South Wales