General Inspector

At RSPCA WA, we believe animals deserve to be treated with dignity, respect and compassion. As Western Australia’s oldest and largest animal welfare charity, we've been making a difference since 1892 through rescue, enforcement, advocacy and education.

If you're passionate about animal welfare and making a meaningful difference, this could be the role for you.

About the role

The General Inspector position is our key front-line role in enforcing the Animal Welfare Act 2002. Reporting to the Inspector Manager, our General Inspectors work as part of a dedicated team who are responsible for investigating reports of animal cruelty and educating the public on animal welfare. While some investigations result in criminal convictions and court proceedings, our primary focus is preventing cruelty with the WA community in a compassionate and meaningful way.

This is a full time trainee position (38 hours per week), working across Perth metro locations. The role operates on a rotating weekend roster to provide statewide coverage and will be based out of our Canning Vale and Malaga sites. Travel to regional locations such as Kalgoorlie, Geraldton, Albany, Southwest and Broome may be required on a rotating roster, as operationally needed.

This unique and rewarding role is ideal for someone who is enjoys working with both animals and people. Success in the position comes from building trust, communicating effectively, and helping community members achieve positive outcomes for their animals.

What you’ll be doing

• Enforcing the Animal Welfare Act 2002
• Responding to reports of alleged animal cruelty and emergency animal welfare situations
• Assessing animal welfare concerns and taking appropriate action to protect animal health and wellbeing
• Working collaboratively with animal owners, community members, rescue groups, government agencies and other stakeholders
• Conducting investigations and gathering evidence to support prosecutions
• Preparing investigation files and working with RSPCA WA's legal team on prosecution matters
• Actively participating in community engagement activities to deliver preventative strategies and promote responsible animal ownership
• Maintaining accurate records and case files using a range of systems and technology

About you

We're looking for people who are compassionate, resilient, and committed to animal welfare. You don't need previous Inspector experience, but you'll bring strong communication skills, sound judgement, and the ability to remain professional in challenging situations.

• Awareness of, or willingness to learn, the requirements of the Animal Welfare Act 2002
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds
• Resilience and emotional maturity when dealing with difficult or confronting situations
• Experience in a compliance, regulatory, investigative, law enforcement or related field is desirable
• Confidence using technology and administrative systems
• Experience handling animals or working in an animal-related environment
• Good physical fitness and health, with the ability to undertake the physical requirements of the role (a pre-employment medical will be required)

Why join us

You will be part of an organisation dedicated to improving the lives of animals across Western Australia. This is an opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a role where you can make a tangible difference to animal welfare. The work is meaningful, rewarding, and no two days are the same.

We offer:

• Staff discounts on selected services and pet products
• Three additional days of Wellness Leave per year
• Opportunities to learn from experienced animal welfare professionals

At RSPCA WA, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and treated with dignity.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.

Please note: The successful applicant will be required to undergo a National Police Clearance, hold full Australian working rights, and a current driver’s licence.