Job Description: Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Dairy Veterinarian to take on an influential clinical position focused on improving livestock health, strengthening farm productivity and delivering practical veterinary consultancy. This opportunity is particularly suited to a confident production animal practitioner who enjoys developing long-term relationships with dairy farmers and contributing to the advancement of herd management programmes.
The successful candidate will play an important role in guiding clinical services, mentoring developing veterinarians and introducing effective approaches to reproductive management, youngstock performance, nutrition and mastitis prevention. The position offers considerable professional independence, allowing an experienced veterinarian to develop specialist interests while contributing to the ongoing improvement of veterinary services and agricultural client outcomes.
Qualifications Needed:
- A recognised veterinary qualification with eligibility to practise in New Zealand.
- At least five years of professional experience in dairy or production animal veterinary medicine.
- Demonstrated confidence in livestock health consultancy, herd management and reproductive medicine.
- Strong leadership qualities with the ability to mentor colleagues and contribute to clinical development.
- Excellent communication skills and a practical understanding of modern dairy farming operations.
Package:
- A dedicated vehicle and covered professional expenses to support field-based veterinary duties.
- Opportunities to shape herd health programmes and contribute to clinical service improvements.
- Continuing professional development assistance tailored to individual clinical interests.
- Modern veterinary equipment and facilities supporting efficient livestock healthcare.
- A senior clinical position with meaningful input into operational and professional decisions.
- Flexible working arrangements designed to encourage a sustainable work-life balance.
- Access to experienced veterinary colleagues for clinical discussion and professional collaboration.
- Employee wellbeing initiatives and additional workplace benefits.
- Scope to develop specialised expertise in dairy consultancy, reproduction and production management.
- Long-term professional progression with opportunities to guide and mentor emerging veterinary talent.
