Animal Logistics Driver (2266)

A bit about us

Do you want to help create a better world for animals? At the RSPCA, we believe animal welfare is everyone's welfare. Join us in creating a better world for every animal. We can do it if we work together, everyone for every animal.

Choose a career with us and make a difference

We are looking for a new team member as a temporary Animal Logistics Driver on a 1 year full-time contract.

You will be working as part of the Animal Logistics team reporting into the Animal Logistics Manager.

Working hours: 35 hours / Mon - Friday between 09:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs. (These hours may vary depending on demand)
Field-based: This is a field-based, driving position and you will be provided with a fleet van, which you would be responsible for parking in a safe space overnight. You would also be responsible for biosecurity of the van at the end of each working day.
Primary Location: Your primary location would be based in Lincolnshire and potentially surrounding areas. The ideal individual would be located in Lincoln.

There will be a one stage interview process for this role which will involve;

A virtual competency based interview with two panel members.

We role model our values through our people culture and keep connected through regular/daily check-in's and team meetings, your colleagues are always on hand to support or chat. It's important to us that you feel part of our team from the get go!

Are you ready to join our movement?

What a day might look like for you

Here at RSPCA we know it's a cliche but no two days are the same, especially as an Animal Logistics Driver. Here's a short summary of what a typical day might look like for a full insight please refer to the attached job description.

Do you love animals, and enjoy driving? Why not combine the two by transporting animals to private boarding establishments, RSPCA Branches, Hospitals and private veterinary surgeries as required? With this role, you will be responsible for completing the journeys allocated by the Animal Logistics Coordinators.

You will need to be comfortable handling animals - don't worry we do provide full training!

Some days you may have to work later than usual to ensure our animals get to where they need to be, and some days you may have to start a little earlier so flexibility is key. Equally, some days can be shorter too.

What you'll bring:

Good communication skills (oral and written).
Good administrative skills and IT literate.
A good communicator with strong customer care skills.
The ability to work on your own initiative.
Ability to effectively plan and organise workload.
Problem solving skills.

Successful candidates for certain RSPCA roles will need to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK - We are unable to sponsor visas at RSPCA

Final note from us & good luck with your application!

Due to high interest in some of our roles, we review applications as they are received. This can occasionally result in positions closing earlier than advertised. Therefore, we strongly recommend submitting applications early. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept applications after the posted closing date.

We want to ensure we do all we can to give you a positive candidate experience through our recruitment. Whilst we do try to give feedback where we can, sometimes due to receiving high levels of applications, this may not always be possible

We are building the future of a diverse Society, and our priority is to support animal welfare by finding people from all backgrounds who are committed to our mission. For this reason we actively encourage a wide diversity of applications - in particular from members of minority ethnic groups, and people with disabilities - as these candidates are currently under-represented at the RSPCA. Your transferable skills & lived experiences could make you a valuable addition to our RSPCA Family!

Should you need any support with your application or interview process please contact resourcingteam@rspca.org.uk / 0300 123 0685.

Our mission is to ensure animals have a good life by rescuing and caring for those in need, by advocating on behalf of all animals and by inspiring everyone to treat them with compassion and respect