About the role

Make a difference for our furry, scaly, and feathered friends! As an advocate for animal care and protection, you'll promote and enforce compliance with laws, conduct welfare investigations, and perform diverse animal rescues. Beyond rescue work, you’ll educate communities on animal welfare and manage cases end-to-end—from investigation to prosecution—in this impactful and unique role.

• Build positive and productive relationships with community and government stakeholders.
• Interview witnesses and/or suspects to determine if any laws have been breached.
• Seize animals in accordance with powers contained in the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001.
• Transport seized animals to place of care for treatment and/or temporary housing.
• Collect physical, documentary, photographic, video and scientific evidence.
• Serve and register summons and other documents.
• Where applicable, prepare and submit Briefs of Evidence.
• Attend court and present evidence at mentions, hearings, and other legal actions, in relation to alleged offences against the Animal Care and Protection Act 2001.
• Provide animal owners with education and advice in relation to responsible pet ownership and basic animal care for animals in their care.

About you

• Investigative experience.
• Excellent communication, mediation and negotiation skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to exceptional customer service.
• Excellent written and computer skills.
• Good animal handling, health care and welfare experience.
• Due to the nature of the role, employment is conditional on maintaining a valid current Open Qld Drivers’ License.
• A Queensland Firearms License or the ability to obtain.
• Certificate IV in Investigations or the ability to obtain.
• Restricted Drug Authority or the ability to obtain.
• Ability to travel to other locations in QLD for training or temporary support for other Inspectors.

This is a full-time position, 5-day roster, with the occasional weekend and on call shifts. Remuneration package is level 1 $72,679 base salary, vehicle, iPad, iPhone, and Laptop are included as part of the role.

Why Join Us?

• Work Your Way: Embrace a flexible working environment that adapts to your life.
• Comprehensive Support: Enjoy peace of mind with 8 weeks paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, study leave, and even leave for your furry companions! Plus, access to counselling and mental health services whenever you need.
• Perks Galore: From free on-site parking to exclusive staff discounts, novated leases, free pet vaccines, and 40% off Royal Canin pet food, we’ve got you covered! And yes, you can even welcome a new best friend with free animal adoption options.
• Grow with Us: Unlock your potential through expansive learning and development programs designed to elevate your career and skill set.
• Purpose-Driven Impact: Join a mission-driven organisation where every task you embrace makes a real difference to the welfare of animals. Be a part of something that truly matters!

Interested?

Apply now, shortlisting may commence before the closing date, so apply today to be part of our mission!

Successful candidates will be subject to a Police Check. We conduct police checks to ensure the safety and well-being of the community, staff, and the animals in our care. Candidates may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment.

RSPCA Qld acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land. RSPCA Qld is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive hiring process. We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

To discuss opportunities within the RSPCA Qld please contact the Recruitment team on [email protected].

RSPCA Queensland - Who are we?

At RSPCA Queensland, we’ve been the state’s leading animal welfare charity for nearly 140 years, dedicated to improving the lives of all animals—domestic, farmed, and native. Every year, we care for over 42,000 animals, relying on the generosity of animal lovers like you to fund 96% of our lifesaving services.

We are also the only charity in Queensland with the power to enforce the Animal Care and Protection Act (2001) and investigate animal welfare concerns through our Inspectorate. Our team is on the front line to protect those who can’t speak for themselves.

Our mission? Together We Change Lives—and that includes yours. Join us and be a part of a team where every day is an opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of animals in need and improve animal welfare across Queensland.