Emergency Response Team - In-field Volunteer
When disaster strikes, animals and the people who love them need support fast. Join our Emergency Response Volunteer Team and play a critical role in helping pet owners and their animals during bushfires and other emergencies across NSW.
This is a meaningful, hands-on role that calls for compassion, calm under pressure, and a genuine desire to help people and animals during some of their most difficult moments.
What you'll be doing
- Setting up and supporting evacuation centres and RSPCA Relief Points, ensuring they are organised and welcoming for pet owners and their animals
- Distributing essential pet supplies including food, water, bedding and crates to pet owners in the community
- Providing friendly and empathetic support to pet owners, answering questions and offering guidance on caring for their animals during emergency situations
What we're looking for
- At least 18 years of age
- Enthusiastic and passionate about animal welfare and helping people
- Comfortable lifting heavy equipment and spending extended periods on your feet
- Calm, empathetic and able to work effectively under pressure
Time commitment
This is an as-needed role activated during emergency situations. The time commitment will vary depending on the scale and urgency of relief efforts. Volunteers will always be informed of deployment opportunities in advance.
Why volunteer with RSPCA NSW?
Enjoy volunteer discounts, wellbeing support, recognition programs and more — all while helping animals and the people who love them when they need it most.
How to apply
Submit your expression of interest at: Emergency Response In-Field Volunteer
Reach out to volunteer@rspcansw.org.au if you have any questions!
