Animal Welfare Inspector - Frontline Advocate & Investigator

SPCA; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Make a difference

Learning opportunities

Fresh ideas

Like-minded teammates

Job summary

SPCA in Palmerston North seeks an Animal Welfare Inspector for a 12-month fixed term role. The position involves frontline welfare work, driving, and community education, with shifts between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm, Monday to Sunday.

You will train toward becoming a warranted Inspector, with long-term opportunities upon qualification. The role requires compassion for animals, strong communication, and the ability to handle challenging situations while maintaining meticulous records and compliance

Qualifications

• Must have a full, clean, current driver's license and the ability to drive both automatic and manual vehicles.
• Experience with animal handling and knowledge is required.
• Strong influencing and conflict management abilities are essential.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are needed.
• Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations.
• Strong documentation and compliance skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to welfare concerns and provide guidance and education in the community.
• Complete routine welfare checks and conduct investigations into animal welfare issues.
• Split time between driving, engaging with people, and maintaining accurate records.

Skills

Full clean driver's license

Animal handling experience

Influencing and conflict management

Strong communication and customer care

Think on your feet

Documentation and compliance

Job description

SPCA in Palmerston North seeks an Animal Welfare Inspector for a 12-month fixed term role. The position involves frontline welfare work, driving, and community education, with shifts between 7:00 am and 7:00 pm, Monday to Sunday.

You will train toward becoming a warranted Inspector, with long-term opportunities upon qualification. The role requires compassion for animals, strong communication, and the ability to handle challenging situations while maintaining meticulous records and compliance