Casual Associate Animal Technician
$46,619–$46,619 year
On-site · Gatton, Queensland, Australia
Job Summary
Join the Queensland Animal Science Precinct as a Casual Associate Animal Technician, providing essential care and husbandry for research animals. Responsibilities include performing animal husbandry, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and assisting with research projects. Required qualifications include a Certificate III in Agriculture and relevant experience in livestock handling. Candidates must hold a C Class Licence, demonstrate competence in livestock techniques, and have experience with machinery operation. Strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate effectively within a team are essential.
Required Qualifications
- Certificate III in Agriculture (or equivalent) and relevant work experience.
- Possession of a C Class Licence and at least 2 years’ experience in livestock handling and animal husbandry.
- Competence in livestock techniques (e.g., SC/IM injections, blood collection).
- Experience operating plant and machinery (e.g., tractors, forklifts) and capacity to obtain required licences/permits.
- Ability to safely operate and use hand tools and basic equipment required for animal husbandry, facility maintenance support, and routine technical tasks, in accordance with OH&S standards.
- Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently, and excellent team collaboration and communication skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of OH&S, OGTR, DAWE regulatory requirements, and animal welfare codes.
- Experience in a research environment or meat processing.
Additional Requirements
- The successful candidate must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment.
- Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
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