Join Our Rescue Team as a Volunteer!
RSPCA Queensland is seeking passionate Volunteer Rescue Unit Drivers. You’ll play a vital role in responding to animal rescue calls across Toowoomba and beyond. It is a requirement that you live in the Toowoomba City Council area for this role. If you don’t, please consider our other roles. Friends or couples can volunteer together - one as a driver, the other as an assistant after training.
Before commencing regular shifts, Toowoomba Drivers must complete three training shifts at our Wacol campus alongside Rescue Officers, including on-road training.
What are the tasks?
- Locating, handling & transporting injured or unwell animals as required
- Significant driving throughout the greater Toowoomba area using an RSPCA vehicle
- Collecting and transporting animals from veterinary clinics back to the Wacol Wildlife Hospital, or delivering animals to vet clinics for collection
- Interacting with members of the public while assisting animals or gathering additional information
What skills and characteristics do I need?
- A valid, full Queensland driver’s license and ability to use GPS navigation
- Confidence working with animals, or a willingness to learn to handle a variety of species
- Basic tech skills (emails, photos via iPhone/iPad)
- Physically fit & able to lift 10kg
- Strong attention to detail for paperwork and ability to accurately listen to and follow instructions
When can I volunteer?
- Shift times: Monday – Sunday 7am-3pm or 3pm-9pm
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Can be flexible to driver times and can be discussed at the time of applying
Important Reminder:
- This role can sometimes be emotionally challenging. You may encounter animals in distressing or confronting conditions. Our mission is to help these animals in need and provide them with the care and support they deserve. Please keep this in mind when applying, as resilience and empathy are essential for this position.
- To help potential volunteers to fully understand the role requirements, we have created the Essential Capabilities of an RSPCA QLD Rescue Volunteer.
- It is a requirement that before handling animals at the RSPCA you have an up-to-date tetanus vaccination.
- Flexibility is important: Due to the nature of this role, shift lengths may vary depending on traffic and weather conditions
- A minimum commitment of one shift per fortnight for at least 3 months is required
- Full orientation and animal handling training will be provided
Questions? Please contact the Volunteer Ambulance Coordinator via email on: animalambulance@rspcaqld.org.au
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