About Us:

Each year at Sydney Dogs and Cats Home, we welcome thousands of pets, providing services to multiple council areas and supporting over a million Sydneysiders. Our primary mission is to offer stray animal management services for various Sydney councils while focusing on reuniting, rehabilitating, and re-homing the animals in our care. At SDCH, we are committed to a positive, fear-free approach to animal welfare, ensuring every pet receives the best possible care and treatment.

About the Role:

The position of Senior Cattery Animal Attendant presents a great opportunity to make a difference in the world of companion animal welfare. At Sydney Dogs and Cats Home, we're embarking on an exciting journey as we relocate to a brand-new facility, and we're looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join us during this pivotal time. If you have a love for animals- particularly cats, and want to make a real impact on the care and well-being of these wonderful animals, this is the perfect opportunity for you. We are committed to providing high-quality care and creating an environment where animals and employees thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional care for our cats and pocket pets, ensuring they are comfortable, healthy, and content.
• Manage daily cleaning, feeding, medicating and health checks for all animals in your care.
• Monitor animal behaviour and communicate any concerns or observations to the appropriate team members.
• Assist in the triage and care of vulnerable cats and kittens, including neonates
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised environment in the shelter.
• Play a key role in helping shape and implement policies and procedures as we transition to our new site.
• Work autonomously to manage your daily tasks and prioritise work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with a passionate and dedicated team to achieve the best outcomes for both cats and staff.
• This role is primarily based with cats, but you will also have to work with rabbits, birds, dogs and the occasional ferret or peacock!
• You will report directly to our Cattery and Pocket Pet Team Leader.

What We’re Looking For:

• A genuine passion for all cats and animal welfare.
• A motivated and enthusiastic person who thrives in an autonomous work environment while also being a collaborative team player.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage time effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, with a focus on empathy and compassion.
• Previous experience in animal care (preferred, but not essential- as long as you have a passion for feline welfare!).
• Willingness to learn, develop, and grow with us as we expand and evolve.
• Holds an unrestricted NSW driver’s license for transportation for animal-related tasks.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an exciting, dynamic team during an incredible period of growth and relocation.
• Have the opportunity to influence and shape key policies and procedures.
• Plenty of opportunities for professional growth and career development over the next few years.
• The role is a full-time position and involves a 9-day rotating fortnight roster to promote work-life balance.
• A fun, supportive environment where your love for cats can shine!

If you’re enthusiastic, driven, and eager to make a difference in the lives of cats, we’d love to hear from you! This is your chance to play a key role in the future of SDCH and contribute to our mission of providing the best care possible.