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18h ago , from Our Mob - Job Board for First Nations Jobseekers Work for the fastest-growing and second largest city in the NT Level 3 ($78,412.73 - $82,751.56) Ongoing opportunity About City of Palmerston At City of Palmerston, our vision is A Place for People. Were committed to building a welcoming, vibrant and inclusive city where everyone feels they belong and feel safe. Our community is at the heart of everything we do. We value our natural environment, support sustainable economic growth, and drive innovation to create meaningful social outcomes guided by our Community Plan. About the role This is a full-time, ongoing position supporting the day-to-day operations of the pound facility. Working closely with the Regulatory Services Operational Coordinator, the Pound Attendant ensures high standards of animal care, welfare, and facility cleanliness are maintained. The role involves feeding and monitoring animals, cleaning and disinfecting kennels and equipment, and ensuring animals are handled safely and humanely. The position also assists with assessing animals suitable for rehoming, preparing animals for release, and supporting veterinary treatment where required. In addition, the Pound Attendant undertakes administrative tasks associated with impounding and releasing animals, maintains accurate records, manages basic stock supplies, and provides helpful information to members of the public on pound procedures and responsible animal ownership. Strong teamwork, flexibility, and a commitment to excellent customer service are essential in this role. About you You have a genuine commitment to animal welfare and experience in animal handling or husbandry, supported by a Certificate II in Animal Care/Animal Studies or relevant practical experience. You are physically capable of working in a hands-on environment, including safely handling animals and equipment. You bring a strong customer service focus and are confident working both independently and as part of a team. With good attention to detail, you are comfortable completing basic administrative tasks, maintaining accurate records, and handling payments where required. More information on the key duties and responsibilities for the role can be found in the position description linked below. Applications Close: 27 March 2026 Only those with the right to work in Australia can apply. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as those from culturally diverse backgrounds. If you have any questions about this role, please reach out to the Hiring Manager: Danny Hughes, Regulatory Services Manager Community I ************@palmerston.nt.gov.au I 08 8935 9*** To view the full position description and Apply please see below. This job was originally advertised via Our Mob - The Job Board for First Nations Jobseekers. Be careful - Dont provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don''t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. Sign in to start saving jobs in your profile Dont have a Jora account? Register with: Do you want to receive recommendations for similar jobs? By creating an email alert, I agree to Jora''s Terms and Privacy Policy and can unsubscribe anytime. #J-18808-Ljbffr