Large Animal Dairy Veterinarian - Relocate to New Zealand!

Location New Zealand
Discipline: Veterinary Surgeons, Large Animal Vet
Job type: Permanent
Salary: NZD$85K-$130K+
Contact name: Aimee Greer

Contact email: aimee@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 3243
Published: 8 days ago

📍 Te Awamutu, New Zealand
🕒 Permanent | Full-Time

We're working with a forward-thinking veterinary practice in the heart of the Waikato that’s shaking things up in the dairy vet space - and they’re looking for a passionate Large Animal Veterinarian to join the team.

What really matters here is your passion for dairy farming, animal health, and building strong farmer relationships.

The Role:

  • A proactive client base that values collaboration and performance-focused partnerships

  • Regular on-farm consults – coffee chats encouraged! Build real relationships with your clients and support their goals

  • A tight-knit team – vet techs handle key fieldwork so you can focus where it matters

  • Custom-built vet software that helps streamline everything from herd plans to scripts

  • Opportunities to grow into consulting, tech, leadership – whatever path you’re passionate about

  • Support to follow your agri-vet dreams, backed by a leadership team

About You:

  • A qualified vet with a strong interest in large animal/dairy work

  • MUST be eligible for registration in New Zealand

  • Someone who thrives on making a difference on-farm and building long-term relationships

  • A curious mindset, great communicator, and a team player

  • Experience scanning, diagnosing, and implementing herd health solutions would be ideal

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary + CPD + KiwiSaver

  • Development planning every 6 months to support your growth

  • Employee well being program + flexible work options

  • Paid parental leave top-ups (for all caregivers)

  • Extra leave perks – including birthdays and long service

  • Staff discounts, annual flu jabs, and more

Why Te Awamutu?

This vibrant rural town in the Waikato is a perfect base for vets who love the mix of country life with access to city perks. You’re only a short drive to Hamilton, with plenty of nature, adventure, and community charm all around.

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.

All applications will be treated in the STRICTEST CONFIDENCE