This new role is due to expansion of our Animal Control Service to Council Clients and an opportunity to enhance our long serving team. Our service is delivered from Monday to Sunday.
You will be required to work night shift or back shift 3 x 12 hour shift one week 4 x 12 hour shifts the next week
Bank holiday weekend, including Christmas & New Year working relating to rota.
Main Duties:
* Attend sites in specialised vehicles from our fleet and collect found stray dogs from finders and either return to owners, or transfer to a safe place using approved handling methods.
* Maintain our modern dog-holding facility and provide onward transfer of dogs to licenced boarding kennels.
* Collect dogs from kennels and deliver back to their owner.
* Promote responsible dog ownership, noting we operate a non-destruct policy.
Qualifications: Full training given, but you must meet 'Key Skills' and requirements below
Key Skills:
* Valid, full, UK driving licence
* Good basic education and ability to maintain written and electronic records
* Ability to communicate professionally & courteously with members of the public
* Ability to work independently
* Basic IT skills required
* Caring and practical approach to dog handling, and ideally previous relevant experience working with dogs.
* Adequate physical fitness and confidence to handle animals
* Reliable, self-motivated and well organised
* Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and solve problems as they arise
* Flexible in availability to cover shifts due to emergencies and for sickness/holidays
Training: On-Job and Induction training is provided.
How to Apply: Please email your CV to
Key Terms:
· A dedicated company vehicle will be provided for full time employees.
· Overtime is paid for any approved hours worked in addition to guaranteed minimum work hours.
· You must be prepared to undergo a DBS check, Driving Licence and Right to Work checks. 2 references are also required.
· You will be required to wear a uniform.
SDK Environmental are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Applications from all candidates will be considered on merit. Applications from disabled candidates which meet the minimum criteria above will also be considered an interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £26,000.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company car
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person