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Join to apply for the Animal Attendant role at Melton City Council2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Animal Attendant role at Melton City CouncilGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Saturday & Sunday 8:15am to 5:00pm (with 1 hour unpaid meal break)Band 2 - Salary Range $67,698 to $69,149 per annum Pro Rata + 12% SuperBe part of something newThis is a brand-new role at Melton City Council that has been created to support our growing community and evolving strategic priorities. This is a great opportunity to shape the future of the role, bring fresh ideas, and make a meaningful impact from day one.Why join Melton City Council?Melton City Council is proud to serve one of Australias fastest-growing and most diverse communities. We are a forward-thinking local government committed to creating a city where everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered.As a Council, we are driven by innovation, inclusion, and excellence. We deliver high-quality services and infrastructure, promote lifelong learning, and champion health and wellbeing across our municipality. Our team plays a vital role in shaping a vibrant, sustainable future for our residents.Working with us means being part of a collaborative and inclusive culture that values your growth. We offer:Professional and personal development opportunitiesGenerous leave entitlements and flexible work arrangementsA dynamic workplace close to home, surrounded by heritage charm, green spaces, and modern amenitiesJoin us and help build a city that thriveswhere your work makes a real difference every day.The OpportunityCouncil is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual who is seeking an opportunity to work within the Community Safety Department of Melton City Council.This position will report to the Pound Services Team Leader and assist in the weekend operation of our pound facility in accordance with relevant legislation and codes of practice in conjunction with Councils policies and procedures. The successful applicant will be responsible to carry out all duties associated with our pound facility.If you have the ability to engage and educate the community and have a passion for your role and taking pride in making a difference, then this role is for you.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide guidance, advice and assistance to residents, ratepayers and visitors in relation to animal matters.Conduct prompt appropriate responses in relation to customer enquiries.Accurately record information onto Councils systems on a daily basis.Report on all equipment, signage and other infrastructure that requires attention or does not comply with safety standards or legislation.To view the Position Description, click here.About youTo be successful in this role you will have the following:Respond to a range of queries/complaints relating to animals.Considerable knowledge of relevant Codes of Practice and legislation relating to Domestic Animals and livestock.Animal handling in accordance with current workplace practices and requirements.Must hold or be able to obtain an Employee Working with Children Check.Culture and ValuesOur vision for our community is to be:"A vibrant, safe and liveable city accessible to all" and that means theres a place here for you too.Our organisational values represent us as an established growth Council and the values are reflected in everything we do; our decision-making, our actions and our service provision to the community. Council has a diverse and vibrant organisation and wed love to have you join us to help shape a city for the future.We are Vibrant MELTON. Our values are:MotivateEmpowerLeadTrustOpenNurtureThere are a number of great reasons why our people love working at Melton City Council:Staff Benefits | Melton City Council5 weeks annual leave*Flexible Working Hours16 weeks Paid Parental Leave (Super is paid during parental leave)*3 weeks Paid Secondary Carer Leave*Family Room available including Breastfeeding Facilities - Australian Breastfeeding AssociationSubsidised Uniforms*These benefits are pro rata.How To ApplyIf you require further information about the position, please contact Stuart Harris, Pound Services Team Leader on 8099 6324.Applicationsmust include a Resume and address the Key Selection Criteria outlining your suitability to the role. To address the Key Selection Criteria, you will need to write short statements explaining how you meet the criteria, or how you demonstrate the capability. We encourage you to keep your responses concise.To be eligible for employment at Melton City Council you must be legally entitled to work in Australia.All successful applicants will need to undertake pre-employment requirements including but not limited to a satisfactory criminal history record check. Successful applicants must be able to comply with any public health orders applicable to local government.We strongly encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. If selected for an interview and you require any additional support or adjustments regarding interview arrangements, please advise the contact listed above in advance.Melton City Council is committed to being a child safe organisation and has Zero tolerance for child abuse. 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