The RSPCA is in urgent need of volunteer drivers to transport animals throughout the state.
While the trips in the Brisbane area tend to be shorter, those in the regions can involve at least four to five hours driving.
“We constantly need to transport animals from shelter to shelter and in Townsville for example, where we no longer have a shelter, they might need to go to Cairns, Mackay and in some cases Brisbane,” said RSPCA Qld spokesperson Michael Beatty.
“So if you’re re passionate about animal welfare and looking for a rewarding volunteer role then this could be a perfect fit.”
RSPCA Qld is responsible for the care of over 50,000 animals annually and everyday animals are moved between campuses, pound facilities, rehoming centres, vet surgeries and carers
“Of course you’ll have a genuine hands on experience in helping animals find a new home and you’ll be part of a friendly passionate team that truly believes in animal welfare.”
The trips that where urgent assistance is needed in the North Queensland region are:
- Townsville or Bowen to Mackay
- Mackay to Rockhampton or Bundaberg
Divers meet at either a specific location to transfer animals over to another RSPCA driver, or transfer them to an RSPCA Animal Care Centre.
What skills and characteristics are needed?
- A courteous and considerate driver
- Good communication skills
- Hold a clean, manual open drivers license
- Sound driving skills and the ability to cope in traffic
- Physically fit and able to lift 10kg
- Good animal handling skills
For further information, please contact RSPCA Qld’s Brisbane Volunteer Coordinator on 07 3426 9915 or volunteering@rspcaqld.org.au
