Group
Occupation
461432 Domestic Animal Attendant
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
461432 Domestic Animal Attendant
Provides routine care for domestic animals, including feeding, exercising, monitoring their health, and cleaning the shelter areas.
Alternative title
- Kennel Hand
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 4: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience
Main tasks
- Feeds and waters animals according to their individual dietary requirements
- Exercises animals regularly to ensure their physical and mental well being
- Transfers animals between enclosures by leading or carrying them
- Cleans and maintains kennels, cages, and enclosures to ensure a safe environment for animals
- Provides basic grooming for animals, such as brushing and bathing
- Monitors the health of animals, treats minor injuries, and reports any health concerns
- Administers medications or treatments to animals as directed by a veterinarian
- Ensures adherence to infection control procedures