Why work with RSPCA WA
When you join the RSPCA WA team, your day-to-day work contributes to better animal welfare outcomes, like these. Here are some of the many reasons that we love coming to work every day:
- Work with purpose.
You’ll be part of achieving our important mission to improve animal welfare outcomes each day. - Work with great people.
We are compassionate, determined and caring towards animals, the public, our volunteers and each other. - Work with great perks.
We provide discounts on health and wellbeing services for you and your fur family, supportive Employee Assistance Programs and a flexible work environment. - Work with connection to nature and animals.
RSPCA WA’s head office and animal care centre are located on 12 acres of beautiful bushlands. Here, you can enjoy onsite wellness walks, hear the calming sounds of local birds and visit some of the animals in our care.
“It’s grassroots. No matter what role you play, you can see the difference that you’re making and how you’re helping animals. I can’t recommend working here highly enough – you do get a great sense of satisfaction and pride.”
– Lou, Head of Corporate Communications & Education
“It’s just such a unique place to work, and it’s such a rewarding career. I’ll get home and I’ll know I’ve done the best I can with what I’ve got, and I’ve possibly saved an animal’s life, or I’ve helped a family learn to care for an animal.”
– Peta, RSPCA WA Inspector
What it’s like to work at RSPCA WA
No two days at RSPCA WA are the same – whether you’re caring for animals in the shelter, engaging with animal owners in the community or working hard behind-the-scenes in the office.
One thing that stays the same is our commitment to animal welfare and our team values:
- Responsible.
We take responsibility for our actions and our word. - Safe.
We prioritise safety in how we work. - Accepting.
We accept diversity. - Professional.
We behave professionally in everything we do and say. - Compassionate.
We act with compassion towards animals and people.
Current vacancies
Click on the current vacancies below to find out more about vacant roles at RSPCA WA and how to apply. Alternatively, you can search for ‘RSPCA WA’ on SEEK.
To ensure the best outcome for our animals, we’re seeking people with appropriate skills, so please ensure you read the job description carefully and check that you meet the selection criteria.
Contract Dog Trainer
We are seeking an experienced contract dog trainer to deliver Puppy Kindy, Level 1, Level 2, and one-on-one training services using positive reinforcement methods in line with the RSPCA WA curriculum. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise while helping dogs and their owners build confidence, skills, and positive lifelong behaviours.
As an independent contractor, you’ll deliver dog training services using your professional expertise and individual training style while aligning with RSPCA WA’s approved training methods.
You’ll work with dog owners and guardians to understand their training goals, deliver engaging group classes and one-on-one sessions, and support positive outcomes for both dogs and their owners. Training will be delivered at a range of locations around the NOR Perth area, with contractors responsible for their own transport.
In-House Lawyer (Permanent & Fixed Term Opportunities)
As an In-House Lawyer with RSPCA WA, your legal expertise will do more than interpret legislation or prepare court submissions. It will help deliver justice, improve animal welfare, and create meaningful outcomes for vulnerable animals across the state.
You’ll work alongside Inspectors, investigators and experienced legal professionals to prosecute animal cruelty matters, provide strategic legal advice, and influence decisions that make a genuine difference in the community.
We’re currently recruiting for two opportunities within our Legal team:
Fixed-term opportunity (12-month parental leave cover)
- Minimum 3 years PQE
- Experience in criminal law, litigation, or prosecutions, including court appearance experience
Permanent opportunity
- Minimum 5 years PQE
- Strong experience in criminal law, litigation, or prosecutions, including trial experience
- Ability to guide and mentor junior lawyers while overseeing case files
- Experience liaising with external counsel, pro bono lawyers, and key stakeholders
Shelter Support & Volunteer Coordinator
We are looking for a pro-active and compassionate Shelter Support & Volunteer Coordinator to join our team on a part-time basis (24 hours per week). In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll oversee our volunteer program and provide essential support to the Animal Operations team. You’ll be responsible for managing key stages of the volunteer journey, from recruitment and onboarding through to engagement and retention, while also contributing to projects and day-to-day administrative functions across the shelter.
Working closely with teams across the organisation, you’ll help ensure our volunteers have a positive experience while supporting the smooth operation of our animal welfare services. You’ll also communicate regularly with a range of external customers, making strong communication skills and professionalism essential.
General Inspector
The General Inspector position is our key front-line role in enforcing the Animal Welfare Act 2002. Reporting to the Inspector Manager, our General Inspectors work as part of a dedicated team who are responsible for investigating reports of animal cruelty and educating the public on animal welfare. While some investigations result in criminal convictions and court proceedings, our primary focus is preventing cruelty with the WA community in a compassionate and meaningful way.
This is a full time trainee position (38 hours per week), working across Perth metro locations. The role operates on a rotating weekend roster to provide statewide coverage and will be based primarily out of our Canning Vale site once training has been completed at our Malaga site. Travel to regional locations such as Kalgoorlie, Geraldton, Albany, Southwest and Broome may be required on a rotating roster, as operationally needed.
This unique and rewarding role is ideal for someone who is enjoys working with both animals and people. Success in the position comes from building trust, communicating effectively, and helping community members achieve positive outcomes for their animals.
Senior In-House Lawyer
We are seeking an experienced Senior In-House Lawyer to join our team on a 12 month fixed-term contract to cover parental leave. Reporting to the CEO, you will play a key role in providing legal leadership and support across the organisation, helping to navigate complex issues, and contribute to positive outcomes for animals and the community.
About the role
As Senior In-House Lawyer, you will lead the delivery of legal services across RSPCA WA, working closely with our Inspectorate, Executive, and operational teams. You will oversee prosecution and litigation matters arising under the Animal Welfare Act 2002 and support the ongoing development of the Legal team.