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Work with us

RSPCA WA exists to prevent animal cruelty, while protecting and caring for animals. We do this by:

  • enforcing Western Australia’s Animal Welfare Act 2002
  • investigating reports of alleged animal cruelty and prosecuting cruelty offenders
  • running community education programs
  • rehabilitating and rehoming animals
  • lobbying government and industry groups to improve animal welfare policy.

The work we do is highly rewarding, making RSPCA WA a positive and enjoyable place to work.

Are you interested in joining our team?

To see our values in action and what a career could look like with RSPCA WA, watch the video below. 

When it comes to working at RSPCA WA, passion for animals is important, but education and experience are vital too.

We also value:

  • the ability to prioritise
  • use initiative
  • operate as a team player.

As part of our recruitment process, we conduct interviews, skills and medical assessments, and reference checks. Some positions may also require a WA Police clearance.

We particularly look for employees who embody our values. At RSPCA, we are:

RSPCA Values - We are Responsible for our actions and our words. Responsible

We take responsibility for our actions and our words.

RSPCA Values - We prioritise safety in everything we do. Safe

We prioritise safety in how we work.

RSPCA Values - We behave professionally in everything we do and say Professional

We behave professionally and ethically in everything we do and say.

RSPCA Values - We act with compassion towards animals and people
Compassionate

We act with compassion towards animals, each other and the community.

RSPCA Values - We accept diversity

Accepting

We accept diversity.

Current Vacancies

To ensure the best outcome for the animals in our care, we're seeking people with appropriate skills so please ensure you read the job description carefully and check that you meet the selection criteria.

Use the contact us form if you have a question about a role or need more information.

Become an RSPCA Inspector

Become an RSPCA Inspector

Find out what it takes to become an RSPCA Inspector, the nature of the job, required skills, knowledge and attributes, and check for current job vacancies. Read more

Published: 7th October, 2019

Updated: 23rd September, 2021

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Working with animals

Working with animals

Find out more about working with animals and the qualifications and certificates available in this field. Read more

Published: 7th October, 2019

Updated: 5th January, 2021

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Volunteer roles

Volunteer roles

Information about the volunteering roles available, how to apply for volunteering at RSPCA WA and what you'll need to know. Read more

Published: 7th October, 2019

Updated: 22nd August, 2022

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RSPCA Animal Care Centre
108 Malaga Dr, Malaga

Shelter Hours:
Tue-Fri: 9am-5pm
Sat: 9am-4pm
Sun: By appointment only
Closed Mon, Public Holidays

Contact

Report cruelty: 1300 278 358
or Online cruelty report

Animal Shelter: (08) 9209 9323
Dog Training: (08) 9209 9309
Donations: (08) 9209 9311
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