Join our team of volunteers
Looking for a volunteer experience that will make a real difference? Join our team of dedicated volunteers and help to conserve Western Australia’s unique wildlife!
Our many programs offer incredible opportunities to gain skills and work with wildlife. From kangaroos and cockatoos to wallabies and wombats, our volunteers get to care for some of the most iconic species in Australia.
Its not just about working with wildlife, there are many other tasks required to keep our organisation running including, reception, education, gardening, maintenance, customer service and enrichment activities.
By working alongside other skilled volunteers, you’ll help with the recovery and survival of precious wildlife. By joining the team you will connect with a diverse range of likeminded people.
Sign up today and experience satisfaction of volunteering with wildlife!
How do I get started?
There are some requirements you must meet before you can apply to volunteer at WA Wildlife. If you meet the requirements below, check out the different volunteer roles currently available and apply via the application form at the bottom of this page.
Volunteers must be 18 and over
You need to be at least 18 years old before applying to volunteer with us.
Vaccinations
Volunteers at WA Wildlife do not need proof of Covid-19 vaccination. However, a current tetanus vaccination is recommended.
Registration and uniform fee
If your application is accepted, a $20.00 volunteer registration fee (GST Inc) is required in addition to a $50.00 uniform fee (GST Inc). Unform fee is not payable until after your first volunteering activity.
Before applying, check out these FAQs to make sure volunteering at WA Wildlife is right for you!
There is no set minimum or maximum commitment for volunteering. However, certain positions require you to demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance to complete necessary training and maintain your skills effectively.
Unfortunately, volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to volunteer (regardless if a parent/guardian attends) due to insurance/liability reasons.
Most of our volunteer positions at the WA Wildlife Hospital require significant training (up to 150 hours depending on the volunteer role) and a competency assessment on completion of a skills log book.
Absolutely! We simply ask you note your attendance and sign up for shifts via our volunteer app so we can ensure adequate supervision and training.
Provided volunteers communicate their roster in advance with the Volunteer Coordinator, this is acceptable.
This will depend on how your availability aligns with our training requirements and animal care programs. Please contact us directly at volunteering@wawildlife.org.au to discuss your circumstances in more detail.
If you require additional support to volunteer, we can work with you and a support worker to determine what volunteering options are suitable.
This will depend on how your availability aligns with our training requirements and animal care programs. Please contact us directly at volunteering@wawildlife.org.au to discuss your circumstances in more detail.
We don’t offer tours or trials but during your induction, we will provide more information on each role. However, it’s good to have a basic understanding of our volunteer positions (listed above) prior to attending an induction.
We offer work experience placements for veterinary science students and long term internships (3-6 months) with accredited education providers.
We offer a limited number of placements for secondary school students. However, our placements for 2024 are fully booked.
Yes. However, all veterinary nurses/veterinarians must be registered with the Veterinary Practice Board of WA and complete basic training (8-12 shifts depending on your existing experience with wildlife).
There are many visa types and not all allow you to volunteer. We recommend contacting Volunteering WA for all visa related questions.
There are no prior animal care related qualifications / experience required for our volunteering positions (excluding our veterinary nurse and veterinarian volunteer positions). All volunteers must be 18 years of age or older and we recommend all volunteers stay up to date with their tetanus vaccinations.
Submit your volunteer application
If you’re interested in applying to be a volunteer, please fill in the form below and we will be in touch.
Volunteer application
If you’re interested in applying to be a volunteer, please fill in the form below and we will be in touch.