Animal Logistics Driver (3163)

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.We are looking for a new team member as Animal Logistics Driver on a permanent 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: You will be based from home, but will be required to undertake journeys of various lengths as instructed by the Animal Logistics Coordinators. The ideal individual would be located within easy access of M1/M62/A1 in the West Yorkshire area.

Virtual interviews will take place w/c 25th May.

Are you ready to join our movement?

Our recruitment journey – key dates for you to note

Here's what the process looks like, no surprises, just a friendly guide:

1. Application
   You'll be asked a few targeted questions designed to help us understand your experience, unique skills, and future potential. This is your first chance to stand out!
2. Panel Interview
   If your application is successful, you'll be invited to a panel interview with the Hiring Manager. This is a chance to:

• Share more about what you've done and what you're proud of
• We encourage you to ask questions about the role, the team, and the impact you could make. Interviews are a two-way conversation, and we recognise that any career move needs to feel right for you as well as for us.
• Show off your skills and behaviours in a relaxed, supportive setting

If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know - we're happy to support you.

We think this role is going to be popular and are expecting to attract high interest, so we strongly encourage early applications to avoid missing out. The deadline for applications will be Thursday  21st May.

Do you love animals, and enjoy driving? Why not combine the two by transporting animals to private boarding establishments, RSPCA Branches and Centres, Hospitals and private veterinary surgeries as required? You will need to be comfortable handling animals - don't worry we 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.

This role will require close working with staff and volunteers at internal and external establishments.

• 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

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

Our vision is a world where all animals are respected and treated with kindness and compassion. Our purpose is to inspire everyone to create a better world for animals. 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 purpose.  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! 

We're here to support you and encourage you to let us know if you need any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please feel free to contact us at resourcingteam@rspca.org.uk or 0300 123 0685 so we can ensure the process works for you.