Are you passionate about animal welfare and want to make a real difference to a cause you care about? Then consider a career with Animal Welfare League NSW.
Make a Difference for Animals Across NSW
Are you looking for a career where you can turn your passion for animal welfare into action? At Animal Welfare League NSW, we’re dedicated to providing lifesaving care, protection, and support to companion animals and we need compassionate, driven people like you to help us make a difference.
We welcome expressions of interest and encourage you to explore current opportunities. To learn more about careers with AWL NSW, contact us at hr@awlnsw.com.au.
Inspectorate
As one of only two licensed enforcement agencies in NSW, Animal Welfare League NSW Inspectors play a vital role in preventing cruelty, neglect and creating lasting change in communities.
This is a challenging yet deeply rewarding career, requiring resilience, strong communication skills, and a pragmatic mindset. While some cases may involve seizing animals and pursuing legal action, our focus is on intervening early through education, guidance, and practical solutions. A Certificate IV in Government Investigations is highly desirable, along with in-depth knowledge of the Companion Animals Act 1998 and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1979.
If you’re passionate about making a real difference and want to be part of a team that protects animals through education, advocacy, and enforcement, get in touch with us to find out more.
Veterinary Services
The AWL NSW veterinary team plays a vital role in caring for a large number of animals, providing high-quality medical treatment to pets in need. We support shelter animals, care for pets seized by our Inspectorate, assist our volunteer branches, and also provide services to private clients. Our team is committed to ensuring the best welfare outcomes, delivering everything from routine check-ups and surgeries to complex medical treatments that help prepare shelter pets for their forever homes.
In addition to our in-clinic services, our veterinary team operates the Animal Care Truck, which travels to regional areas to provide desexing, vaccination, and microchipping services.
If you’re a qualified Veterinary Surgeon or Veterinary Nurse looking for a rewarding career in animal welfare, we’d love to hear from you. Join us and make a difference in the lives of animals across NSW.
Shelter Services
The AWL NSW shelter team provides daily care, enrichment, and training to help thousands of animals each year on their journey to a loving forever home. Working in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, our team ensures that every animal receives the attention, socialisation, and support they need to thrive.
If you have a genuine passion for companion animals and hold (or are willing to obtain) a Certificate II in Animal Care, you could be a great fit for our shelter team. We also offer career progression opportunities, including leadership roles and specialist positions that support our foster care program, volunteers, and branch network.
If you’re interested in joining the team as an Animal Attendant, we’d love to hear from you!
Marketing and Fundraising
As a registered charity, AWL NSW relies on community support, grants and donations to provide essential care for animals in need. Each year, our shelters, branches, foster care network, and Inspectorate assist thousands of vulnerable animals, and our Marketing and Fundraising team plays a crucial role in making this possible.
Through strategic campaigns, digital engagement, events, and community outreach, our team works to raise awareness, inspire action, and secure vital funding to support our mission.
If you’re a creative and results-driven marketing professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about animal welfare, get in touch to enquire about open opportunities.
Administration and Business Support
Behind every successful organisation is a strong foundation, and at AWL NSW, our Finance, HR, and administrative teams play a vital role in keeping everything running smoothly. These teams provide essential support that enables our frontline staff to care for animals in need.
If you have skills in business administration, finance, human resources, or other support services, and a passion for animal welfare, why not combine the two by joining our team?