Kennels / Transport Officer

1-2 months contract with A Local Authority_

**Job Summary**:

- To ensure that all dogs at the Councils kennelling facility are properly cared for and in good health.
- This will include the cleansing of the kennels and other areas, provision of suitable food, water, bedding, exercise, veterinary care and sleeping considerations.
- This will include the transportation of dogs as required.

**Key Duties/Accountabilities**:

- Plan, organise and deliver own work to provide effective support to the Dog Enforcement Team.
- To contribute to the maintenance of good working relationships with key partners and service providers.
- Transport dogs using the council vehicle.
- To maintain Kennel Facility and equipment in a clean, sanitary, hygienic and tidy condition at all times.
- Assist in emergencies concerning animals.

**Essential Experience Required**:

- Experience of enforcement work, issuing fines and advice were necessary.
- Experience of enforcement work (animal related).
- Experience of working in a kennel environment.
- Experience in the handling of aggressive and dangerous dogs and associated risks. To be aware of the proper use of protective equipment and familiar with the use of such protective clothing and equipment as may be issued or recommended, seeking guidance from the line manager as required.

**Additional information to note**:

- Driving licence.
- Work shift pattern, working outside normal hours including evenings and weekend, flexibility to change shift according to service requirements.
- The closing date for this position is _**_16/02/24_**_._