Volunteer Rescue Unit Driver or Assistant

Couples/friends are eligible to work together in this role with one being a Driver and the other an Assistant once training is completed.

What are the benefits?

🚑 Assisting animals in need on the front line 🐾 Opportunity to improve animal handling skills and gain a deeper understanding of how the RSPCA operates 🎓 Learn directly from experienced RSPCA Rescue Unit Officers 🦘 Increase awareness of native wildlife and the challenges they face ❤️ Make a meaningful difference by helping keep animals safe and comfortable 🤝 Become part of a friendly, supportive team and community

What are the tasks?

The position involves transporting injured or unwell animals as required and includes:

🐕 Locating, handling and rescuing injured or unwell animals 🗺️ Significant driving throughout the greater Brisbane area using an RSPCA vehicle 🏥 Collecting and transporting animals from veterinary clinics back to the Wacol Wildlife Hospital, or delivering animals to vet clinics for collection 👋 Interacting with members of the public while assisting animals or gathering additional information

What skills and characteristics do I need?

🪪 A valid, clean driver’s licence and the ability to use GPS navigation 🚗 A good driving record 🐾 Confidence working with animals, or a willingness to learn to handle a variety of species 📱 Proficiency using email and sending/receiving photos via iPhone or iPad devices ✅ Committed, reliable and dependable 🏋️ Physically fit, able to lift up to 10kg and comfortable working in a variety of outdoor environments 🔍 Strong attention to detail for paperwork and ability to accurately listen to and follow instructions 🤝 Enjoy working as part of a team 🔄 Flexible and adaptable to changing situations 🗣️ Excellent communication skills

It is also important to mention that you will witness animals in distress that may sometimes be injured. The capacity to constructively deal with this both at the time and after the event is crucial.