North Queensland Regional Animal Care Director

6 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia RSPCA Qld Full time
About the Role

As the Regional Animal Care Director at RSPCA Qld, you will be responsible for leading our Animal Care Centres across North Queensland. This involves mentoring teams, ensuring best practices in animal welfare, and driving program development to enhance animal care and community engagement.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, operational oversight, and a hands-on approach to ensure compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement across all shelters.

  • Mentor and develop a diverse team of animal care staff, fostering a culture of trust and fairness.
  • Ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and industry standards, while providing operational, welfare, and financial performance reports.
  • Drive program development, focusing on initiatives like boarding services, educational workshops, and foster care expansion.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders and community partners to implement new programs, enhancing operational efficiency and financial independence.
  • Lead daily operations, including vendor management, WHS compliance, and animal care.
  • Work closely with People & Culture and General Manager to manage recruitment, staff development and succession planning, performance planning, budget preparation, and projects.
  • Champion a culture of open communication and lead by example.
About You

As a strong communicator with top-notch interpersonal skills, you will be an asset to our team. If this is the right role for you, your skills and qualifications may include:

  • Extensive and comprehensive line management experience – ideally minimum of 5 (five) years.
  • Degree in Animal Husbandry/Science or equivalent with a thorough understanding of the Animal Welfare Industry.
  • Certificate IV in Business (Front Line Management) or willingness to pursue this qualification.
  • Valid open driver's license.
  • Strong financial management skills and stakeholder engagement.
  • Flexibility to work across the weekend when required.
  • Proven leadership, supervisory, and multi-disciplinary management skills.
  • Exceptional organisational and communication abilities across all levels.
  • Strong attention to detail and proficiency in technology.
  • Ability to identify and describe animal characteristics.

We are open to candidates who may not have industry experience but may have a transferable skill set.

Why Work at RSPCA Qld?

  • Work in a flexible environment that adapts to your life.
  • Enjoy comprehensive support, including 8 weeks paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, study leave, and leave for your furry companions.
  • Take advantage of perks like free on-site parking, exclusive staff discounts, novated leases, free pet vaccines, and 40% off Royal Canin pet food.
  • Grow with our expansive learning and development programs, designed to elevate your career and skill set.
  • Be part of a mission-driven organisation where every task you undertake makes a real difference to the welfare of animals.

Join us in our mission to improve the lives of all animals.

Successful candidates will be subject to a Police Check.



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