Join a leading independent veterinary practice in stunning North Canterbury and take the next step in your large animal career while enjoying the Kiwi lifestyle.
We’re currently working with a well-established, independent veterinary practice in North Canterbury that’s looking to welcome a Dairy / Large Animal Veterinarian to their experienced and forward-thinking team. This is a fantastic opportunity to carve out your niche in a supportive, innovation-focused environment.
The Role:
- Predominantly dairy role, with some sheep, beef, deer, and lifestyle block clients also part of the caseload.
- You’ll be part of a passionate team of vets and technicians who work closely with farmers, delivering trusted advice and excellent veterinary care.
The practice embraces a range of tech and resources to support your work, including:
- Infovet and Welfarm
- In-house diagnostics (IDEXX, Mastatest, JupiterAI)
- InCalf, Healthy Hoof, milk quality, nutrition, farm finance
- Performance benchmarking tools like Datalive
You’ll be encouraged to develop and grow within the practice, pursuing areas of interest and building strong, long-term client relationships.
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary from $100K-$140K
- $3,500 annual CPD allowance + in-house and external training
- Career progression and personal development supported
- Modern 4x4 ute, smartphone, laptop/tablet
- Shared after-hours (currently 1-in-6 weekends, with weekday roster and time off in lieu)
About You:
- A team player who values excellence, empathy, respect, and innovation
- Someone who enjoys working closely with clients and making a real impact
- Eligible for registration in New Zealand
Why North Canterbury?
This region offers a fantastic lifestyle, combining rural charm with proximity to Christchurch. Whether you're into hiking, skiing, beaches, or good food and wine – you’ll find it all here!
Interested in hearing more? Get in touch by calling or Whatsapping Aimee on +447835146288 or email a CV to aimee@lloydandcowan.com.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us on 028 8765 8068. If you know someone else who may be interested, why not pass this advert on to them. If we successfully place someone, you've referred to us; we'll give you £200 in high street vouchers as a way of saying thank you.
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