About RSPCA WA

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA) WA is the state's leading voice in animal welfare. RSPCA WA is managed locally but works toward the goals of the organisation Australia-wide. On an average day, we employ around 100 staff, and we have the support of an amazing group of volunteers. Together, our team works diligently toward preventing animal cruelty.

About this opportunity

This is our key front-line role in enforcing the Animal Welfare Act 2002. Reporting to the Inspector Manager the Inspectors work as part of a dedicated team who are responsible for investigating reports of animal cruelty and educating the public on animal welfare. In some instances, these investigations result in criminal prosecutions where you are responsible for putting together briefs and working with our legal team to take these matters to court. Primarily though, this is a small part of what we do, we aim to prevent cruelty by working with the WA Community in a compassionate and meaningful way.

This role is a trainee position, full-time, 38 hours per week, based in Perth metro locations. Historically, RSPCA WA Inspectors have worked on their own, but we have now transitioned to two up model where all Inspectors work in a pair. This role will work on a rotating weekend roster to provide statewide coverage and will be based out of Malaga. Generally, you would start your day by attending our shelter location in Malaga to pick up your vehicle and organise the day. This role also includes travelling to regional locations such as Kalgoorlie, Geraldton, Albany, Southwest and Broome on a rotating roster/as needed basis.

Many people want to work at RSPCA WA because they feel they are “animal” people, not “people” people, this role requires someone who has excellent communication and enjoys working with people, and as part of a team, to assist the community on a daily basis.

Duties

Enforce the Animal Welfare Act 2002

Respond to public reports of alleged animal cruelty & emergency welfare situations

Identify & action immediate solutions to protect the health & well-being of animals

Work with local communities and existing charity rescue groups

Conduct investigations to establish evidence to support prosecutions

Work with RSPCA WA's Legal Counsel to bring prosecutions and complete investigation files at a high standard

Actively participate in community engagement to deliver preventative strategies

Engage with & educate members of the public to enhance responsible animal ownership

Skills & experience

Experience in a regulatory, law enforcement or compliance related discipline is desirable

Awareness of duties under the Animal Welfare Act 2002

Practiced and objective investigator, with exceptional record keeping is desirable

Outstanding communication skills, with an ability to maintain professionalism and composure in resolving conflict

Capacity to be resilient and remain compassionate when facing difficult situations

Able to competently use a range of technology to complete work and administration duties.

Demonstrated animal handling skills and animal related experience

Good physical fitness & health (will need to undergo a pre-employment medical)

Culture

Working at RSPCA WA you get to develop your career in a dynamic environment, where you are challenged and learn something new every day.

Benefits

Three additional days of wellness leave per year.

It's a rewarding day at work when everything you do counts toward a great cause!

Discounted services and products, including vet care and pet food.

Inclusive

At RSPCA WA, we accept and celebrate our differences. We aim to create a diverse workforce where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. We believe it is in the RSPCA WA's best interests and those who work within it, to recognise the value of each individual and to combat prejudice, stereotyping and harassment.

How to Apply

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Vacancy Information

We currently have multiple roles available and will be completing the next round of recruitment with 5 positions available, with the aim that these positions would be interviewing in August/September and starting in October. We may have 1-2 positions open beforehand dependent on availability. The initial interview process includes as assessment day and for those that are successful in moving to the next round, psychometric testing and a pre-employment medical.