Job Description: Our client is seeking a farm animal veterinarian for seasonal cover around July, August, September, and October 2026. This role would suit a practical, farm-focused veterinarian who enjoys working closely with rural clients and providing clear, useful advice that supports animal health, production outcomes, and day-to-day farming decisions.
The position offers the opportunity to work across production animal care, farm advisory work, emergency support, and practical herd health services. The successful veterinarian will be confident communicating with farmers, interpreting farm information, and delivering straightforward clinical guidance that fits real farming systems.
Qualifications Needed:
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent qualification enabling New Zealand registration
- Experience or strong confidence in farm animal veterinary practice
- Practical understanding of production systems and rural client needs
- Clear communication skills with the ability to explain advice simply
- Comfortable contributing to seasonal cover and emergency farm care when required
Package:
- Seasonal cover opportunity across roughly July to October 2026
- Farm-focused caseload with strong production animal exposure
- Practical rural veterinary role supporting local farming clients
- Opportunity to work with data-led farm decision-making
- Hands-on animal health and production advisory work
- Supportive environment built around clear advice and trusted relationships
- Clinic operating Monday to Friday during standard daytime hours
- Emergency care service supporting rural clients when needed
- Suitable for a confident farm animal veterinarian seeking seasonal work
- Remuneration package shaped around experience and availability
