Companion Animal Team - Multiple Roles
Location: Tamworth
THE OPPORTUNITY
- Join a passionate team committed to the care, welfare and rehoming of companion animals.
- Play a key role in promoting responsible pet ownership across the community.
- Contribute to the successful operation of the Tamworth Regional Companion Animals Centre and Paws for Life.
COULD THIS BE YOU?
Tamworth Regional Council is currently seeking expressions of interest a number of rewarding opportunities within our Companion Animals team. These roles provide the chance to combine your skills in animal care with community education and engagement.
Companion Animal Officer (Grade 8 - $62,097.72 - $67,200.78 per annum + Super and Allowances)
If you’re committed to the welfare of companion animals, this role offers the chance to provide hands-on care while supporting adoption and rehoming programs. You’ll also assist with the day-to-day running of the Companion Animals Centre and help educate the community on responsible pet ownership.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering high standards of care and management for companion animals.
- Supporting adoption and rehoming initiatives.
- Assisting with daily administration and operations of the Centre and Shelter.
- Providing advice and education to the community on pet ownership.
Senior Companion Animal Officer (Grade 10 - $67,644.30 - $73,196.10 per annum + Super and Allowances)
This role is suited to an experienced professional ready to take on a leadership and mentoring position. You’ll oversee operations at the Companion Animals Centre and Shelter, guide team members and volunteers, and develop rehoming and adoption programs.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading day-to-day operations of the Centre and Shelter.
- Designing and promoting adoption and rehoming initiatives.
- Providing induction, training, and support to junior staff and volunteers.
- Offering senior-level advice and community education on pet care and ownership.
Team Leader – Companion Animals (Grade 15 - $88,896.63 - $96,191.20 per annum + Super)
As Team Leader, you will oversee the delivery of animal care and rehoming programs while coaching and mentoring the Companion Animals team. This role also focuses on building strong partnerships with veterinary services and animal welfare organisations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and mentoring Companion Animal Officers.
- Delivering effective animal care and rehoming services.
- Promoting responsible pet ownership through community engagement.
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with vets and welfare organisations.
Whether you’re passionate about hands-on animal care, mentoring others, or leading a team, there’s a place for you within our Companion Animals team. Apply now and make a real difference to the lives of animals and the community.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL NEED
- Certificate III in Animal Studies, Companion Animal Services or similar
- Drivers Licence
- Immunisation for Tetanus (Or willingness to undergo)
- Accredited training in animal behavioural assessment (Senior Companion Animal Officer and Team Leader roles only)
- Authorised microchip identifier and implantation qualifications (Senior Companion Animal Officer and Team Leader roles only)
INTERESTED? WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!
For a confidential discussion, please contact Terri John, Acting Executive Assistant – Liveable Communities, on 02 6767 5417
Salary range: Grade 8 - 15 -$62,097.72 - $96,191.20 per annum plus super and other allowances. Salary may be negotiated based on skills, experience and your value to our organisation.
Flexible working arrangements will be considered by mutual agreement and according to operational requirements.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to undertake a Pre-employment Medical Screening including Alcohol & Other Drugs Testing.
Apply Now! Applications Close: 11.59pm Friday, 17 October 2025
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WHY IS IT ‘WORTH’ WORKING AT TAMWORTH REGIONAL COUNCIL?
For your LIFESTYLE: More time in your day with flexibility for your passions, family or play!
Flexible Work Arrangements: your work/life balance is important to us. Approved by mutual agreement according to operational requirements (examples include condensed hours, job share, 19 day months, 9 day fortnights, time in lieu as approved)
Attractive Leave Options
- Long service leave after five (5) years
- Nine weeks (full pay) paid parental leave, 18 weeks (half pay) paid parental leave
- Three weeks sick leave annually
- Health & Wellbeing leave, Carer’s leave, Domestic Violence leave
- Leave (1 day) for NAIDOC week celebrations for those who identify
For our COMMUNITY: Help create Tamworth tomorrow, leave your mark on our city.
At Council we have the honour of leaving a legacy on our community. We create and enhance world class facilities and events. We develop Tamworth’s economy through investment and infrastructure. We ensure our city is sustainable for future growth and success.
For your CAREER: Boost your career, the sky is the limit.
Council is a giant pathway for forging your career and we prioritise growing our own talent, through training and professional development. Our Educational Assistance Program provides opportunities to pursue study in a higher-level role or related qualification/field.
For BELONGING: Join a family that values team spirit and genuinely cares about your wellbeing.
- Breast feeding friendly workplace
- Ideal location with easy access to cycle or walk to work
- QANTAS Club discounts
- Free entry to Council’s pools
- Health & Wellbeing programs
- Social Club
- Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your immediate family
- Corporate rate gym membership (participating gyms)
- Uniforms subsidised
- Novated leases available to all staff
A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK!
Tamworth Regional Council proudly sits on Kamilaroi Country, the traditional lands of the Gomeroi people, with a large diverse workplace culture with over 650 employees who are proud to service our community.
The Tamworth region is home to over 60,000 people and is a thriving economic and cultural hub in the North West of NSW. Our recently adopted plan for the future of the region, ‘Blueprint 100’, drives strategic vision for growth as a region, as we plan for how the city and the region will sustainably accommodate a population of 100,000 people.
Our people strive to build a great organisational culture fostering our shared values of Teamwork, Equity, Accountability, Customer Orientation and Health and Safety whilst embracing the drive for excellence, innovation and respect.
ABOUT OUR REGION
The Tamworth Regional is a fabulous place to call home boasting the vibrant regional city of Tamworth along with the towns of Manilla, Barraba, Nundle and Kootingal as well as 17 hamlets, villages and rural areas. Located just 4 hours’ drive (or a direct flight) to bustling Sydney and multiple coastal locations within 3-4 hours’ drive, Tamworth is a central hub and a place to enjoy all year round.
Tamworth offers an enviable lifestyle with all the conveniences and services you’d expect from a larger city, coupled with a relaxed pace of life with opportunities to enjoy all that nature has to offer, along with being a great place to raise children, make long term friends and create a professional career.
As the capital of the North West region, Tamworth is home to major health and education centres, affordable housing options to suit all lifestyles, attractive employment and business opportunities with a robust and innovative local economy. In addition, the Tamworth region boasts a proud sporting culture with world class facilities and a supporting community of clubs
