Animal Logistics Driver

RSPCA; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading animal welfare organization as a temporary Animal Logistics Driver. This full-time role involves transporting animals across Lincolnshire, ensuring their safety and comfort. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills, with training provided for handling animals. Flexibility in working hours is essential.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills (oral and written).
• Comfort handling animals (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Transporting animals to various locations including veterinary surgeries.
• Completing journeys assigned by the Animal Logistics Coordinators.

Skills

Communication

Administrative

Customer Care

Problem Solving

Planning

Organizational

Job description

Do you want to help create a better world for animals? At the RSPCA, we believe animal welfare is everyone's welfare. Join us in creating a better world for every animal. We can do it if we work together, everyone for every animal.

Choose a career with us and make a difference

We are looking for a new team member as a temporary Animal Logistics Driver on a 1-year full-time contract.

You will be working as part of the Animal Logistics team reporting into the Animal Logistics Manager.

Role Details

1. Working hours: 35 hours / Mon - Friday between 09:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs. (These hours may vary depending on demand)
2. Field-based: This is a field-based, driving position. You will be provided with a fleet van, responsible for parking it safely overnight, and maintaining biosecurity at the end of each day.
3. Primary Location: Based in Lincolnshire, ideally in Lincoln, with potential for surrounding areas.

Interview Process

There will be a one-stage virtual competency-based interview with two panel members.

Our Culture

We embody our values through our people culture, with regular check-ins and team meetings. We want you to feel part of our team from the start!

Additional Role Details

This role involves transporting animals to various locations, including private boarding establishments, RSPCA branches, hospitals, and veterinary surgeries. You will be responsible for completing journeys assigned by the Animal Logistics Coordinators and handling animals with full training provided.

Flexibility is essential, as some days may require earlier starts or later finishes.

Candidate Requirements

• Good communication skills (oral and written)
• Administrative and IT skills
• Customer care skills
• Ability to work independently
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Comfort handling animals (training provided)

Additional Information

Successful candidates may need to undergo a DBS check. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor visas.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to supporting animal welfare through our inclusive hiring practices.

If you need support with your application or interview, contact [e-mail] or call 0300 123 0685.

Our mission is to ensure animals have a good life through rescue, care, advocacy, and inspiring compassion and respect.