Part-time/Full-time | NFP | Animal Care Award Rate $29.45 - $32.13

About Us At Animal Welfare League of Queensland (AWLQ), our vision is for every companion animal to have a protected and caring environment where their needs are met. We are driven by a commitment to

integrity, compassion, innovation, and optimism . As a leader in the animal welfare sector, we're dedicated to a brighter future for both animals and our community.

The Opportunity We're looking for an Animal Attendant to join the team at our Willawong Rehoming Centre. Someone who genuinely cares about getting animals comfortable, healthy and ready for their forever home.

Both

part-time

and

full-time

hours are available.

This is a hands-on and rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about animal welfare and who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Working alongside a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, you will play an important role in ensuring the highest standards of care for animals in our rehoming centre, including dogs, cats, livestock, and small pets. The successful candidate will have strong animal handling skills, excellent attention to detail, and a genuine passion for improving the lives of animals in need.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and clean animal housing to a high standard

Provide high standards of animal care, including administering routine veterinary medications and treatments

Deliver positive reinforcement-based enrichment and behaviour management programs

Assist with impounding and reuniting lost animals with their owners

Assist customers with pet meet-and-greets and adoptions

Accurately update animal and customer records using digital management systems

Provide exceptional customer service to all visitors to the Rehoming Centre





Promote animal care products and food at the point of adoption

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Certificate III in Animal Studies, Companion Animals, Dog Training, Behaviour, or a related qualification (desirable)

Demonstrated experience in animal care within a professional environment

Previous animal industry experience in a similar role working with dogs and cats

National Police Clearance Certificate

Experience using digital management software and data entry systems

Current open driver's licence

Essential Skills and Attributes

Excellent customer service and communication skills

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

Experience working with dogs, cats, and livestock

Knowledge of animal quarantine procedures and disease management practices

Confident animal handling skills, including the ability to interpret animal body language and behaviour

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, email, and digital management systems

Ability to work across a 7-day roster, including weekends and public holidays

Reliable transport

Why Should You Join Us? At AWLQ, we offer competitive pay and benefits, including access to an independent Employee Assistance Program, retail discounts, and veterinary discounts. Most importantly, every day you will play an instrumental role in our lifesaving work.

We believe our teams perform best when they are supported, empowered, and connected to meaningful work. We are committed to building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to make a genuine difference and is recognised for their contributions.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Diversity and inclusion guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture of belonging where differences are valued and respected.

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📌 Animal Attendant - Willawong (Brisbane)
🏢 Animal Welfare League Qld
📍 Brisbane