The Royal Children's Hospital

Customer Care Officer

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  Commonwealth of Australia (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

About RSPCA Queensland

For more than 140 years, RSPCA Queensland has been a leading animal welfare charity, dedicated to improving the lives of animals - whether domestic, farmed, or native. We care for over 42,000 animals annually, relying on the generosity of animal lovers like you to fund 91% of our life-changing services.

Our Purpose: We exist for animals to live better lives.

About the Role

Every call is different but every call is an opportunity to help an animal or person in need.

As a Customer Care Officer, you’ll be part of our frontline Customer Care Team, responding to a diverse range of enquiries from the public. From general animal welfare questions through to urgent rescue reports and cruelty concerns, you’ll listen, ask the right questions and ensure information is captured accurately so the right action can be taken.

This is meaningful work that requires empathy, sound judgement and the ability to remain calm when conversations are complex or emotional.

We currently have multiple opportunities available within our Customer Care Team:

  • 1 x Part-time – 36 hours per week
  • 1 x Part-time – 27 hours per week
  • 1 x Full-time – 38 hours per week

Shifts are rostered between 7am–7pm across weekdays, weekends and public holidays. As our services operate 365 days a year, flexibility across the roster is essential.

What We’re Looking For

You’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can remain calm under pressure, strong communication skills, and motivated by work that makes a difference.

Whether you’re a university student looking to gain real-world experience or changing careers and ready to bring your maturity, empathy, and life experience to a role that’s both challenging and rewarding.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

  • Take inbound calls from the public, ranging from general animal welfare enquiries to urgent rescue and cruelty reports.
  • Apply knowledge of animal welfare legislation across multiple states to assess, prioritise, and record information accurately.
  • Prepare detailed cruelty and rescue reports for Inspectorate teams in Queensland, Western Australia, and South Australia - reports that may be used in court proceedings.
  • Complete administrative and coordination tasks such as appointment scheduling, report taking, file creation, and case amendments, ensuring all work is reviewed and approved prior to submission.
  • Collaborate closely with Dispatchers, Team Leaders, Managers, and Inspectors to ensure urgent cases are prioritised and responded to effectively.
  • Provide compassionate support to callers - including those who may be distressed or emotional - while maintaining professionalism, empathy, and clear communication at all times.
  • Use reference materials, training tools, and internal resources to deliver accurate, high-quality outcomes for all clients and internal teams.Manage workload effectively to meet departmental KPIs, supported by regular coaching, feedback, and ongoing training.
  • Ensure accurate data entry and meticulous records management to maintain the integrity of all information handled.
  • Accurately identify and describe animals verbally and visually, including breed, size, colour, and markings.
  • Uphold RSPCA Qld policies, Code of Conduct, workplace health and safety standards, and contribute to a positive, values-led team culture.

Please note: Whilst this is a customer care role, there will be times where you will be exposed to sensitive or distressing information relating to animal welfare or cruelty cases. This work requires emotional resilience, composure under pressure, and a genuine commitment to the wellbeing of both animals and people.

What You’ll Bring to The Role

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in customer service or a busy contact centre - or transferable life experience in managing sensitive or complex conversations.
  • Confident, clear communication skills and a calm, compassionate approach under pressure.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment to handle enquiries with accuracy and care.
  • Sharp attention to detail and confidence navigating multiple systems at once.
  • Excellent organisation - you can balance competing priorities while maintaining quality.
  • Emotional resilience and maturity to manage challenging or distressing situations.
  • A genuine passion for animal welfare and commitment to RSPCA Qld’s mission and values.
  • Flexibility to work across a rotating roster (7am – 7pm, weekdays, weekends, and public holidays).

Why Join Us?

  • Comprehensive Support: Enjoy 8 weeks of paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, study leave, and even leave for your furry companions. We also provide access to counselling and mental health services.
  • Employee Perks: From free on-site parking to exclusive discounts, novated leases, and 50% off Royal Canin pet food, we’ve got you covered! You can also adopt a new furry friend with free adoption options.
  • Professional Growth: Access expansive learning and development programs to help you elevate your career and skill set.
  • Purpose-Driven Impact: Be part of a mission-driven organisation where every task makes a tangible difference to animal welfare.

At RSPCA Queensland, every role contributes to a better future for animals.

Interested?

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply today!

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a Police Check for the safety and well-being of the community, staff, and animals. A pre-employment medical assessment may also be required.

RSPCA Queensland acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, regardless of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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