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.
How to join the RSPCA WA team
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.
Corporate Officer
We’re looking for an organised and people-focused Corporate Officer to join our Community Engagement team and help grow support for animal welfare across Western Australia.
Reporting to the Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager, you’ll play an important role in supporting our corporate partnerships and philanthropy programs. Working with corporate partners, donors, grant providers and colleagues across the organisation, you’ll help create positive supporter experiences while contributing to fundraising outcomes that make a real difference for animals in need.
This is a part-time position (0.5 FTE) based on-site at our Malaga office.
Head of Shared Services
We are seeking a Head of Shared Services to join our team. Reporting to the CEO, this is a strategic leadership role that will be pivotal in establishing, managing, and optimising our shared services function. You will be responsible for centralising and streamlining critical business operations, including finance, human resources, information technology, facilities, and other support functions.
This position offers the unique opportunity to build and lead a high-performing team whilst driving digitisation, operational efficiency, cost optimisation, and service excellence across the organisation. Your work will have a direct impact on RSPCA WA’s ability to allocate resources effectively towards our core animal welfare mission.
In-House Lawyer
We’re looking for a motivated and capable In-House Lawyer to join our team and help support animal welfare outcomes across Western Australia.
Reporting to the Senior In-House Lawyer, you’ll provide legal advice, prosecutorial support and litigation management across a range of animal welfare, compliance and enforcement matters. Working closely with our Inspectors and external pro bono legal panel, you’ll play a key role in matters arising under the Animal Welfare Act 2002 while contributing to the delivery of high-quality legal services across the organisation.
This is a full-time position (38 hours per week) based in Malaga, with occasional travel required.