Wildlife Assistant | Eumundi
Support Recovery, One Animal at a Time!
Calling all wildlife enthusiasts and animal lovers!
Join our incredible team at Eumundi Wildlife & Rehabilitation Centre and be part of a rewarding experience with Australia's native wildlife. If you're passionate about their well-being and eager to learn about their daily care, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Gain exposure to our native animal rehabilitation centre and make a real difference in the lives of our furry friends!
What to expect:
🌿 Exposure to Australian native wildlife and their care
💙 Take on the challenge of supporting animals who may be sick, injured or in discomfort
We understand this role can be emotional at times, but the reward is priceless—you’ll be making a meaningful, positive impact on the lives of animals and your own
What are the benefits?
📚 Learn valuable skills in native wildlife care and husbandry
🩺 Gain insight into the veterinary care industry
🤝 Join a friendly, supportive community
What are the tasks?
🧹 Cleaning and maintaining animal enclosures to a high standard
🧼 Sweeping and mopping floors while keeping rubbish under control
🧪 Maintaining strict hygiene control by following sanitisation protocols and procedures
🏥 Supporting a clean, tidy and welcoming clinic and reception environment
🧺 Assisting with laundry duties including washing, folding and returning clean bedding and towels
📦 Assisting with stock control and ensuring essential supplies are available
Skills and characteristics needed:
✅ Ability to work independently and take initiative
🏋️ Physically fit, with the ability to lift up to 10kg
🔍 Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately follow instructions
🤝 Enjoy working in a team environment with excellent communication skills
🔥 A dedicated, hard‑working attitude and strong commitment to the RSPCA mission
When can I volunteer?
We offer a range of shifts from Monday to Sunday. Our current roles we need to fill urgently are:
- Dawn Shift (6:30am – 10:30am) Fridays and Saturdays
- Morning Shift (8:30am – 12:30pm) Mondays and Thursdays
- Midday Shift (10:00am – 2:00pm) Saturdays and Sundays
- Afternoon Shift (1:30pm – 5:30pm) Thursdays and Sundays
For information on what's undertaken in these shifts, please see the following document: Eumundi Volunteer Shift Descriptions
Orientation and training in animal interaction, training, and husbandry will be provided
Important Reminders:
An up-to-date Tetanus vaccination is recommended before handling animals at the RSPCA.
If you are ready to join the RSPCA Qld team, please click "Fill in an application" above. For further information, please contact us at volunteering@rspcaqld.org.au
