Inspector - Dubbo, Wellington, Gilgandra and Western NSW
- Protect animals from cruelty and neglect
- Investigate welfare reports and enforce animal welfare laws
- Educate communities on animal care and welfare
Full Time Permanent
- Uniform, vehicle, and PPE provided for your role.
- Work with a supportive and dedicated team.
- Opportunity to make a real difference in animal welfare.
- Engage in meaningful and impactful work daily.
Protect animals, enforce laws, and educate communities across NSW.
Join the RSPCA NSW team as an Inspector for Animal Welfare & Investigations!
Location: Inspector – Dubbo, Wellington, Gilgandra and Western NSW
Type: Full-time with on-call and weekend shifts
Benefits: Vehicle, uniform, and PPE provided
About the Role:
Are you ready to make a significant impact on animal welfare? As an RSPCA NSW Inspector, you'll be at the forefront of protecting animals from cruelty and neglect. Investigate welfare reports, enforce the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979, and educate the community while being backed by a supportive team.
What You'll Do:
- Respond to and investigate cruelty/neglect reports (evidence, statements, case notes, reports)
- Work with owners to improve animal care through education and follow-up
- Take enforcement action when required (including welfare directions, fines and court proceedings)
- Rescue, handle and transport animals safely and humanely
- Support emergency response during floods, fires and other incidents
What You'll Bring:
- Strong teamwork and respectful communication (even in tough conversations)
- Sound decision-making and attention to detail for evidence and reporting
- Physical fitness and confidence handling animals safely
- A strong safety mindset and commitment to WHS procedures
- Animal handling experience
- Investigation experience
Essential Requirements:
Current NSW Driver’s Licence
Current First Aid & CPR
Willingness to work on-call + rostered weekends
Animal handling experience
Be a part of a team that works together to make a difference where it truly matters.
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