Hunter (Rutherford) Shelter – Grounds Keeper
Grounds Keeper – RSPCA NSW Hunter (Rutherford), 6-10 Burlington Place, Rutherford NSW 2320
Are you passionate about gardening and love spending time outdoors? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of animals? Join our team at RSPCA NSW as a Volunteer Grounds Keeper!
As a Volunteer Grounds Keeper, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the beautiful and safe environment for the animals in our care. Your efforts will directly contribute to the well-being of the animals and create a pleasant space for visitors, staff, and volunteers.
This role is perfect for those who love working individually, don’t mind getting a little dirty, and take pride in their work. If you have a green thumb and want experience in a non-animal handling role, we’d love to hear from you!
What are the tasks?
- Perform general maintenance duties including mowing lawns, edging, whipper snipping, pruning trees, and shrubs.
- Maintain grassed areas and animal enclosures through sweeping, planting, mowing, and weeding; removing green waste.
- Assist with overall cleanliness for staff, the public, and our residents.
- Report any WHS hazards to our facilities manager or staff.
What are the requirements?
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Ability to lift 20kg
- Previous grounds keeping or hands on experience (desirable)
- Experience using relevant equipment etc (desirable)
Time Commitment
We're looking for people who can volunteer one day per week or fortnight from Monday – Friday between:
8:00am – 11.00am, 11.00 - 1.00pm or 1:00pm – 4.00pm.
Why Volunteer with RSPCA NSW
- Purpose-Driven: Support a cause that matters and be a part of a community dedicated to the well-being of animals.
- Flexible Commitment: Choose a schedule that suits you and make a difference in your free time
- Discounted rates to our ‘Basic Animal First Aid’ and ‘Introducing your Pet to a New Baby’ courses
- Discount on RSPCA NSW merchandise
- Access to WHEREFIT program
- Access to confidential and professional counselling services through our workplace participant assistance program
What is the Recruitment Process?
- Review advertisement
- Submit your expression of interest here: https:/form.jotform.com/232918976795883
- Phone screen with our volunteer coordinator
- Attend an orientation day with our volunteer coordinator/staff on-site
- Complete your online induction within 7 days
- Attend a training session with our volunteer coordinator/staff
Point of Contact
Our team is looking forward to meeting you soon. If you have any questions, please direct these to volunteer@rspcansw.org.au.
