Veterinarian - 12-month Fixed Term

Large AnimalVeterinarian –VetSouth (12-month fixed term)

Gore (Maruawai), Southland

Are you an experienced large animal Veterinarian looking for a change in scenery? Are you keen to join a close knit, experienced group of Vets that aresupported by an amazing veterinary technician, retail and adminteam?

Grab this great opportunity to join the us in the heart of Southland; community minded, punching above it's weight both sporting and culturally (NZ Country music capital, Hokonui Fashion awards) & amazing sporting facilities (indoor sports centre, ice rink, pool, courts; hockey turf and many sports clubs to choose from).

Why work for VetSouth:

• A supportive team that lets our vets truly focus on veterinary work.

• Well-established client programmes to foster trusted relationships.

• A strong local hub feel and deep community connections.

• Teamwork, fun, and social events to keep us connected and celebrated.

• Opportunities to work alongside both local and internationally trained vets.

• Stay connected to career development opportunities through our Comhlaownership group of over 50 clinics in NZ and Australia.

• We live our values: Love What We Do, Get the Job Done Right, One Step Ahead and In It Together.

Why you’ll love this role:

• Diverse caseload across dairy, beef cattle, sheep and deer.

• Workalongside experienced veterinarians offering you opportunities to further develop your clinical and advisory skills.

• Arural lifestyle with access to hiking, skiing, fishing, golf, farmers markets, and beautiful scenery. (not to mention the National Country Music Awards!)

• A culture that values wellbeing, teamwork, and having fun while getting the job done right.

What we offer:

• Chamber of Commerce memberships offering local retail discounts.

• NZVA and VCNZ fees fully covered.

• Temporary accommodation to get you settled in.

• Great staff benefits, including generous discounts and wellbeing support.
• Career pathways across our wider veterinary network of 50+ clinics.

What we need from you:

• BVSc or equivalent, with eligibility to practice in New Zealand

• 4+ years of dairyand/or sheep and beef experience

• Sound clinical and surgical capability

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

• A genuine care for clients, animals, and community

• Initiative, adaptability, and pride in delivering great outcomes

• A great sense of humour won’t go amiss!

Ready to make the move?

If you’re ready for a new chapter where community, career, and lifestyle alignwe’d love to hear from you!

https://www.vetsouth.co.nz/about-us-careers/or get in touch with us athr@vetsouth.co.nz.

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