Centre Manager / Timaru
- Timaru, Canterbury
- Permanent
- Full-time
Our Centres are busy, dynamic environments where no two days are the same. From animal welfare and community connection to compliance and fundraising, every role plays a vital part. Our people are resilient, compassionate, and committed to making a difference for both animals and people.
Sound like your next team?ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Centre Manager to lead our Timaru Centre. This is a permanent, full-time role (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm).
This role is both rewarding and challenging. You will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the Centre, including:
- Leading and developing a high-performing team of staff and volunteers.
- Ensuring high standards of animal welfare, health and safety, and compliance with national protocols.
- Overseeing Centre finances, budgets, and reporting to ensure sustainability.
- Working closely with the Inspectorate team to support investigations and manage Centre capacity.
- Maintaining the Centre to a safe, welcoming and professional standard.
- Building strong relationships with the community, including local supporters, fundraisers and partner agencies.
- Supporting national and local fundraising initiatives to strengthen the SPCA brand and impact.
This role requires more than a love of animals, it requires strong leadership, operational management, and community engagement skills. To be successful, you will bring:
- Proven people management and leadership experience (staff and/or volunteers).
- Strong organisational, planning and financial management skills.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building and conflict management skills.
- Experience in compliance, health & safety, and maintaining high professional standards.
- The ability to stay calm and make sound decisions in a busy, emotional, and sometimes challenging environment.
- A genuine passion for animal welfare and commitment to SPCA's mission.
- (Desirable) Experience in shelter management, animal handling, or animal welfare.
At SPCA, working with purpose is just the beginning. Our team is passionate about animal welfare and proud to make a real difference across New Zealand. If you're looking for a role where your values, wellbeing, and contributions truly matter, here's what we offer:
- Enjoy a paid day off for your Birthday, it's our way of celebrating you!
- A workplace culture where collaboration, development and kindness are key.
- Exclusive discounts and benefits, including pet insurance and retail offers.
- Access to 24/7 confidential wellness support.
- Feel good knowing your work is improving the lives of animals in need.
- On-site parking available.
If you are ready to lead a team that makes a difference every day, APPLY NOW!
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