Orange City Council is committed to making a positive contribution to both our region and our local community. With around 800 employees, we take pride in being both for and part of the Orange community. Our aim - to make Orange a better place to live today and tomorrow.

In this role, you will work at our purpose-built Pound, that is designed with the welfare of companion animals as the main priority. 

What’s on Offer 

• Regular Shifts – Temporary Part-time role, 32.75 hours per week (hours worked across a 4-week roster – includes weekend shifts)
• Temporary Contract until 21 December 2025
• Career – Opportunity to grow and develop with excellent learning and development opportunities
• Wellbeing - Access to Council’s employee assistance program, fitness passport and health and wellbeing programmes
• Culture – Positive, fun, and inclusive work environment
• Job Satisfaction – Make a positive contribution to your city and region, working for an organisation which has our community at the heart of all that we do
• Competitive Houry Rate: From $31.32 plus super (and additional weekend penalty rates)
• Work Life Balance – We offer flexible working arrangements and generous leave provisions

Responsibilities:

You will assist to care for the city’s stray cats and dogs, including daily care, cleaning of enclosures and facility, monitoring and reporting on animal health and behavior and assisting vets whilst they provide treatment to animals in Council’s care.

About you:

• Experience working with animals (companion animals)
• Previous experience working in animal care, control or similar
• Well-developed verbal communication skills including the capacity to interact with the public
• Ability to apply standards, established practices, procedures and operating instructions
• Proven ability to work with limited supervision

Keen To Learn More?

• Click on the link to check out the full Position Description 
• Visit www.orange.nsw.gov.au to learn more about Orange City Council
• For any enquiries, reach out to Liz Maslen, Pound Supervisor on 6393 8990.
• Apply by submitting your resume and providing a brief response as to why you are a great fit for this role!
• Applications Close: Wednesday 16 July 2025

*Please note: This is a temporary position, currently ending 21 December 2025.

*Where additional candidates are found suitable from this round of recruitment a talent list or pool may be created for filling any similar temporary or casual roles that may become vacant over the next twelve months