ABOUT US

The SPCA helps protect over 30,000 animals every year. By rescuing, rehabilitating, sheltering and advocating for animals, we directly improve their lives. Our Animal Services teams run our 28 Centres across Aotearoa and are essential to the work we do.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our Centre teams are the face of SPCA in their communities, rescuing, caring for, and rehoming animals in need. From Centre Managers to Animal Attendants, our people are passionate, driven, and committed to creating lasting change for animal welfare.

Sound like your kind of people?

ABOUT THE ROLE 

We have an exciting opportunity at our SPCA Tauranga Centre for a:  

• Animal Attendant 
• Casual
• Casual Hours as required to cover leave, busy periods, and weekends 

This is a rewarding and hands-on role where you’ll see both the challenges and the rewards of animal welfare work. You’ll be responsible for ensuring animals receive the highest standard of care, supporting adoption processes, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with veterinary visits.

You’ll also work with staff and volunteers to enhance animal wellbeing, supporting enrichment, behaviour modification, and community adoption outcomes

ABOUT YOU 

You’re an animal advocate who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment. You bring empathy, resilience, and a love for both animals and people.

You’ll also have:

• Experience in animal handling and care
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work collaboratively with staff and volunteers
• Strong organisational and multitasking ability
• A positive and compassionate approach to every interaction

OUR PURRKS 

• Be part of meaningful work improving animal welfare across NZ
• Supportive team culture and opportunities for learning
• Bring your ideas and passion to make a difference
• On-site parking (where available)

HOW TO APPLY 

If you’re ready to be part of something amazing, apply now! Applications may be reviewed as they are received, so don’t wait to submit yours.

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.