Animal Care Assistant and Cleaner

Animal Care Assistant and Cleaner - Clinvet South Africa

Clinvet SA is widely regarded as one of the leading animal health CRO's globally.  We are recruiting for an Animal Care Assistant and Cleaner for a fixed term period of six (6) months within our Animal Facility Operations and Study Support Department at Clinvet South Africa at our Bloemfontein site.  

Primary Job Purpose

Cleaning of animal facilities providing food and water to animals and animal handling

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Cleaning animal facilities, stores, and equipment

Providing food and water to all animals to ensure healthy and well-cared for animals 

Interact with and handle all animals

Handling, stacking and storage of animal feed

Record and handle data to ensure accurate and consistent information for departmental use

Maintain and replace environmental enrichment, replenish facility consumables and equipment

Qualification and Experience Requirements

Grade 12 and 3 years' relevant experience, or

 A relevant qualification and 1 years' relevant experience

Experience in the care and handling of dogs, cats, rodents, and farm animals 

Confidently handle all types of animals and have an affinity for animals 

Comply with the physical requirements as determined by the profile of the position

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Closing Date:  20 March 2026

Employment Equity

The company is committed to ensuring that its internal policies, practices, and systems are free of barriers, emphasize the value of diversity, and promote full participation to ensure dignity, respect, and equal access for all employees. This position qualifies to be filled with a candidate from a previously disadvantaged group as per the company’s employment equity policy provided that all criteria are met by the EE candidate.

Data Protection and Privacy

The Company complies with local and international data protection and privacy legislation. This includes transparency in the processing of personal information processed about job applicants during the recruitment process. By applying for this position, applicants agree to the processing of their personal data in accordance with our recruitment procedure and Privacy Notice available from our website.

The Company may perform Criminal and/or other relevant checks on all applicants applying for positions, as is relevant to the position.