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If you see a position that interests you please apply directly to the clinic. Make sure that you are eligible to register as a Veterinary Surgeon or nurse in New Zealand prior to applying for any jobs. We also take registrations from vets looking for work in New Zealand - please contact jobs@kookaburravets.com or fill out our online registration form.

Vet Jobs Summary: (please scroll down to see details of all jobs)

North Island - Auckland N - Rosedale - 2 vet small animal practice, Head Vet
North Island - Auckland N - Forrest Hill - 1 vet feline practice
North Island - Auckland S - Papatoetoe - 12 vet small animal practice, experienced or new graduate
North Island - Auckland S - Karaka - 21 vet equine ambulatory practice & referral hospital, combined medicine/ambulatory
North Island - Auckland S - Karaka - 21 vet equine ambulatory practice & referral hospital, ambulatory vet
North Island - Auckland's Southern Edge - Pukekohe - 8 vet mixed practice, Equine Breeding Season Sep/Oct to Mar
North Island - Palmerston North - Massey University, Veterinarian in Community Practice
South Island - Marlborough - Blenheim - 8 vet mixed practice, Large Animal position, Permanent or Locum to September
South Island - Canterbury - Little River - 2 vet mixed animal practice, small animal/mixed Locum end June to end August negotiable
South Island - Central Otago - Ranfurly - 37 vet 8 clinic mixed practice

RANFURLY, CENTRAL OTAGO - MIXED

Mixed Animal Veterinarian

Due to significant growth, we have a fantastic opportunity for a veterinarian to join our Ranfurly team in the beautiful expansive plains of the Maniototo.

About us …

The Veterinary Centre is a successful practice with a culture of excellence, and a commitment to high level of service and support for clients.
8 modern veterinary centres spread throughout the region.
37 veterinarians (including 10 very approachable partners) with a huge depth of skill and experience covering all the major farm animal groups, as well as advanced companion animal depth.

What we offer …

Despite the size of the Veterinary Centre, still feels like a small veterinary team
A supportive team environment.
A rewarding high-country community to work with and be part of, in the picturesque Maniototo region.
A modern, well-equipped facility with a modern vehicle.
We offer generous remuneration packages with flexibility to ensure a good work-life balance.
A focus on using the advanced skills of those senior vets to mentor our younger vets towards a successful future.
Opportunity for continued professional development within the practice, with many of our vets having their Masters, Memberships, or PhD 's.
A shared on-call roster that isn't demanding.

What we are looking for …

We are looking for a passionate and experienced veterinarian with a positive attitude.
A dedicated person who will work collaboratively in a team environment.
Committed to providing outstanding service for both the animals and the clients.

Maniototo …
The Maniototo is only a couple of hours drive from the main city of Dunedin, and the quintessential kiwi playgrounds of Queenstown & Wanaka. Ranfurly offers a wide range of recreational pursuits including skiing, hunting, tramping and mountain biking, along with strong team sports. There is also a choice of really good cafés and restaurants for a rural area. There are two schools, including one area school, for those wanting to raise children in a rural community. Check it out at www.maniototo.co.nz.

Why chose the Veterinary Centre …
The success of our business model ensures we attract great people and look after them well.

Veterinary Centre – Ranfurly
Kevin Kearney BVSc MANZCVS
Veterinary Centre Limited | 311 Thames Street, Oamaru
P. 03 434 5666 | M. 0275 806 135 | E. kevin@vet111.co.nz | www.vet111.co.nz

LITTLE RIVER, CANTERBURY - SMALL OR MIXED ANIMAL Locum start end of June to end August

COMPANION OR MIXED LOCUM VETERINARIAN NEEDED – START END OF JUNE

Looking for a companion animal or mixed opportunity in Canterbury?

Located at Vetlife Little River in Banks Peninsula, you will be welcomed by our friendly team and well taken care of by our experienced nurses and helpful support staff.

We provide a full range of companion and production animal services to the local community including routine consults and surgeries. Our clinic is well resourced with all the equipment you would expect to provide a great service to our clients. We have a small, dedicated team of both clinical and support staff, so there are always people at hand to help, give advice and make sure things run smoothly.

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Vetlife Little River is looking for a locum companion animal or mixed vet. The clinic is open 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday. Little River is located approximately 30 minutes from the historic town of Akaroa, and 45 minutes from Christchurch, with a great coffee shop and rail trail running through the town it’s an idyllic place to base yourself.

The preferred start date is the end of June 2025, and the end date to be negotiated.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact: Nicola Williams,
HR Manager at Vetlife Nicola.williams@vetlife.co.nz

BLENHEIM, MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT - LARGE ANIMAL POSITION IN MIXED, Permanent or Locum

🐾 Join Our Team as a Large Animal Veterinarian! 🐾
Vet Marlborough – Blenheim, New Zealand

Are you a large animal veterinarian looking for a role that balances fulfilling patient care with a flexible work-life schedule? Whether you're looking for a locum position or a long-term role– we’d love to hear from you!

At Vet Marlborough, we’re seeking a veterinarian to join our dynamic and friendly team in Blenheim, located in the heart of the stunning Marlborough region. Nestled near the iconic Marlborough Sounds, our mixed animal practice offers a great place to both work and live. We require a locum to cover until late September, however if you are interested in a more permanent role we would love to hear from you too.

🌟 Why Vet Marlborough?
We are a close-knit team of experienced vets, qualified nurses, animal care attendants, customer service, and administrative staff, with a diverse mix of expertise and personalities. Plus, we have a talented rural business manager who doubles as our go-to IT guy and “fix-it” man!

What makes us truly unique?

We are proud participants in the Lincoln Institute Training Programmes, which are designed to elevate industry standards, empower veterinarians, and promote wellbeing.
We foster a culture of innovation and are always excited to bring creative ideas to life.

For more information about what we offer: https://vetmarlborough.co.nz/

🔍 About the Role
As a Large Animal Veterinarian, you’ll be responsible for:

Providing high-quality care and building strong relationships with our clients and their farming enterprise.
Offering consults, diagnostics, surgery and farm advice for our farming community.
Working collaboratively within our team of experienced veterinarians, rural business manager & administrator.

We’re looking for someone who:

Has at least 2 years of experience in large animal practice.
Is a confident communicator who can connect with both clients and colleagues.
Is a self-motivated, team player who thrives in a supportive environment.

🎁 What We Offer

Working Hours: Many of our veterinarians work a four-day week, with options for part-time days, full shifts, and flexible hours.
Shared Afterhours: We share afterhours between the team with a separate large and small animal roster.
Work-Life Balance: Located in the beautiful Marlborough region, you’ll have access to beaches, scenic walks, mountain biking, and ocean adventures, alongside great cafés, restaurants, wineries, and craft breweries.
Generous Salary & Benefits: Enjoy a generous salary with minimal on-call duties, and receive ongoing mentorship from our experienced team.
Career Growth: We are committed to your professional development and offer plenty of opportunities for continued learning and career progression.
Top-notch Veterinary Tools: Work with the latest equipment and technology to deliver exceptional care.

🏡 Living in Marlboroughh
Discover more about this beautiful region and what it has to offer: Marlborough Tourism

🔗 How to Apply
If you’re passionate about veterinary care and ready to make a difference with our team, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter to:
Katharine Bowen
Practice Manager
📧manager@vetmarlborough.co.nz
📞 +64 3 577 9822

FORREST HILL, AUCKLAND - FELINE ONLY

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate veterinarian with companion animal experience to join us in a rare opportunity of a ‘cat only’ role. If you are passionate about feline practice or have an interest in pursuing further qualifications in this area, we want to hear from you!

We are excited that Cat Doctor North Shore Veterinary Hospital has become part of the Veterinary Hospital Group family of clinics, the practice is situated on Auckland’s beautiful North Shore in an area well known for its wonderful local beaches, many cafes, good schools and easy access to the city for events.

The role

Responsibility for routine day to day consulting, diagnostics, surgery and dentistry in a modern well equipped clinic working with a small team of qualified nurses. (The wider Vet Hospital Group of clinics also provide additional services such as I131 treatment and orthopaedics/advanced surgery for our patients. Outpatient advanced imaging is also available locally.)
Delivery of a high standard of care encompassing our belief that ‘pets are precious’
Contribute to the ongoing growth of the clinic and development of staff
Full or part time roles may be considered - we have the flexibility to tailor a role to suit the right candidate.
No after hours duties as we are well supported by local emergency clinics.
Saturday hours on a shared roster basis.

Benefits

Generous CPD allowance and Vet Hospital Groups ‘Advanced Practitioner Pathway’ available for vets wanting to develop special interests with extra funding and time off for studies. Studies towards memberships or other advanced qualifications in feline practice would be supported.
Additional CPD opportunities provided within the VHG group of clinics on a regular basis.
A strong peer network as part of the Veterinary Hospital Group - 50+ veterinarians including those with advanced training in surgery, internal medicine, feline medicine, dermatology, ophthalmology and more
Competitive renumeration based on experience + role.
VCNZ & NZVA registration included.
Relocation assistance and visa support considered if needed.

Cat Doctor North Shore Veterinary Hospital are part of the Veterinary Hospital Group (an independently owned growing group of 14 clinics across the Auckland area), so get in touch today to apply!

Dr Grant McCullough
grant@vethospital.co.nz

Dr Megan Rice
megan@vethospital.co.nz

PAPATOETOE, SOUTH AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL

great south logo

A position has become available in our multi-vet practice for a veterinarian to join our team at Great South Vets in Papatoetoe, Auckland.

Experienced veterinarians or new graduates are encouraged to apply.

There is no public holiday, after-hours, or weekend work, as this is covered through local after-hours clinics.

Hours of work are 8 am to 5 pm Monday to Friday with an hour lunch break.

Remuneration: $90,000 to $200,000 plus.

Free accommodation available.

Please reply with CV to:
info@greatsouthvets.co.nz
Great South Vets
785 Great South Road
Papatoetoe
Auckland 2025
or phone 09 278 4165

ROSEDALE, AUCKLAND - SMALL ANIMAL - HEAD VET

Head Veterinarian | PETstock Vet Constellation Drive, NZ- JR100644

Working with a team who is passionate about animal health and wellbeing, in a clinic that is fully equipped and a dedicated client base, this role would be perfect for a senior veterinarian who is looking for the next role in their career, where they can inspire, mentor and expand this already well-established clinic.

Job Opportunity:
We are seeking a Full or Part time Head Veterinarian with prior experience in clinical management. This role would be ideal for a vet with aspirations for greater responsibility that is rewarded and recognised financially. Our Leadership and Business Mentorship resources are designed to help experienced associates successfully transition to the next stage in their career and empower already strong leaders be more effective and influential.

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The role requires that you:

Promote excellent clinical skills.
Build relationships and deliver high customer service standards.
Maintain the clinics financials and work alongside the Practice Manager to support the team.
Provide mentorship to veterinarians of different experience levels.

What you can expect:

$140K Remuneration* package with regular reviews that generously rewards performance. (*Dependent upon experience)
No after hours, Public Holidays/ Sundays, or on call roster!
Flexibility that accommodates your personal commitments and clinic requirements.
Unlimited professional development that supports your career goals.
Business mentorship.

Some of the Perks

Paid parental leave.
In-clinic VIN membership
Petstock Group Annual Conference attendance at no cost to you.
Employee discount across the Petstock and Woolworths Group rewards program.
Access to the Petstock Group’s Employee Assistance Program (Health & wellbeing support).

For this position you must hold a relevant Veterinary Science degree from an accredited university and be registered with relevant state Veterinary Board.

Apply today – on our careers website via the link Here to create profile and apply.

If you would like to have a confidential conversation about a career at Petstock Vet contact Vanessa, Recruitment Coordinator - +61 448 172 697 | vanessa.fernandez@petstockvet.com.au

Petstock Vet has established itself as an industry leader with a focus on delivering innovative patient care whilst providing a work environment where our team are valued for the experience & skill set, they bring.

PUKEKOHE, AUCKLAND'S SOUTHERN EDGE - MIXED, EQUINE ONLY BREEDING SEASON Sep/Oct-Mar New Position

Equine Veterinarian – Fixed Term (Breeding Season)
Equine - Pukekohe, Auckland

Join the experienced equine team at Franklin Vets Pukekohe for a busy and rewarding breeding season.

Franklin Vets Pukekohe is looking for a capable and confident equine veterinarian to join our team on a fixed-term basis to support our breeding season workload. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a well-established equine client base and be part of a close-knit, supportive team.

What you'll enjoy:

A varied and rewarding caseload with a strong focus on reproduction work
Access to high-quality equipment and support from experienced colleagues
A collaborative and skilled equine team with an excellent local reputation
Flexibility around hours and start date – ideally starting September/October through to March
Opportunity to work with both commercial studs and sport horse clients
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We’re looking for someone who:

Is a qualified veterinarian with solid equine experience, particularly in reproduction
Can work independently and confidently during a fast-paced season
Communicates well and enjoys building trusted relationships with clients
Has the right to work in New Zealand and is available for the season

If you’re a confident equine vet ready to hit the ground running this breeding season, we’d love to hear from you. Franklin Vets are an accredited employer and able to support you with the work visa process.

Apply today and bring your skills to a team that values professionalism, support, and a love of horses.

KARAKA, SOUTH AUCKLAND - EQUINE - AMBULATORY New Position

Equine Veterinarian - Ambulatory

Want to live near the beach and wine country while working with a fabulous team? Come join Veterinary Associates Equine in Auckland, New Zealand!

Veterinary Associates Equine is a progressive general and referral practice that consists of three divisions, one in Kumeu, West Auckland, one in Warkworth, North Auckland, and one in Karaka, South Auckland. We are seeking an enthusiastic ambulatory veterinarian to join our team.

Vet Associates Equine is involved in all types of equine pursuits, including sport horses, Thoroughbred and Standardbred racehorses, stud work and pleasure horses, providing a tremendous variety of work. You will join our larger family of twenty-one veterinarians working throughout the entire Auckland region. Our ambulatory veterinarians have access to dynamic endoscopy, digital radiography, ultrasonography, AI gait analysis, dentistry gear, IRAP, PRP, a stem cell culture facility, and an in-house diagnostic laboratory.

Veterinarians on staff at the Vet Associates Equine Hospital in Karaka include two board-certified surgeons and a board-certified internist, all of whom are readily available to provide backup and support for all members of the practice and also welcome referrals to the hospital.

We are committed to fostering a positive workplace culture with regular team meetings, journal club, topic rounds, and social activities. We pride ourselves on a work environment that is supportive, friendly, and engages a team-approach. Ideally the successful candidate will wish to work in a fun and positive team environment and welcome joining a practice that provides high-quality veterinary care. In addition to being a stellar general practitioner, the candidate will have a good sense of humour, attention to detail, and strong communication skills. Experience with either breeding work, prepurchase exams, sports medicine, or dentistry would be considered an asset.

New Zealand is renowned for the great outdoors, and our local area is no exception. We have incredible beaches, surf, fishing, forest and bush walks, and great local schools. Being on the outskirts of a large city, there are many restaurants, and city culture is a short drive away. Many of our staff are involved in equestrian sports, including popular local hunts, show jumping, pony club, racing, and polo. This is a great opportunity to join the dedicated and enthusiastic Vet Associates Equine family in beautiful New Zealand! https://www.newzealand.com/nz/auckland/

A vehicle is provided, a competitive salary will be commensurate with experience, and additional remuneration is earned through after hours work. In addition, paid licensure, a CE/CPD budget, cell phone package, paid NZVA/NZEVA membership, and paid professional liability are all part of the benefits package. New Zealand offers a publicly funded national healthcare system and an employer-matched retirement savings plan known as 'KiwiSaver.' Four weeks of annual leave are also included with additional paid time off in exchange for after-hours work.

To submit an application, or should you have any questions about the position, please contact us by email at practicemanager@vetassociates.co.nz. Applications should include a cover letter, a CV, and the names and contact details of three references.

https://www.vetassociates.co.nz/
https://www.facebook.com/vetassociatesequine/

Applicants need to be eligible for veterinary licensure in New Zealand. Details are available at https://vetcouncil.org.nz/Web/Web/1.Support-and-Information/Vets/Registration.aspx.

KARAKA, SOUTH AUCKLAND - EQUINE - COMBINED MEDICINE/AMBULATORY New Position

Equine Veterinarian - Combined Medicine/Ambulatory

Veterinary Associates Equine is a progressive general and referral practice with a hospital located in Karaka, South Auckland, New Zealand and satellite practices in Kumeu, West Auckland, and Warkworth, North Auckland. The three practices are involved in all types of equine pursuits, including sport horses, Thoroughbred and Standardbred racehorses, stud work, and pleasure horses, providing a tremendous variety of work.

We are looking for an equine veterinarian with a background in managing medicine and critical care cases to join our team. The position is a combined role between our medicine team and our ambulatory team and is designed to provide coverage both in the field and in the hospital. The after-hours work will be shared with two other medicine clinicians, including one ACVIM-LA Diplomate, and involves the management of hospital patients admitted through the medicine service. The daytime work will consist of a mixture of general first-opinion field work and assistance in the shared care of our medicine caseload, both in the hospital and in the field.

This position would suit either a non-specialist with experience working in a hospital setting or a board-certified or residency-trained equine internist with an interest in providing both general and referral services in the field and in the hospital. Should the medicine caseload continue to grow and develop, there may be scope for this role to focus more on those cases.

Members of the medicine service contribute to our practice culture through participation in regular team meetings, topic rounds, journal club, and team-building activities. Involvement in the training and mentorship of our interns is a key component of the role. We pride ourselves on a work environment that is supportive, friendly, and engages a team-approach with the medicine service collaborating with all members of the practice to provide high-quality veterinary care to our patients and their owners.

New Zealand is renowned for the great outdoors, and our local area is no exception. We have incredible beaches, surfing, fishing, forest and bush walks, and great local schools. Being on the outskirts of a large city, many restaurants are nearby, and city culture is a short drive away. Many of our staff are involved in equestrian sports, including popular local hunts, show jumping, pony club, racing, and polo. This is a great opportunity to join our Vet Associates Equine family and to be part of our growing practice with a work schedule that allows you to enjoy beautiful New Zealand! https://www.newzealand.com/nz/auckland/

A vehicle is provided, and a competitive salary will be commensurate with experience and includes shared emergency fees. In addition, paid licensure, a CE/CPD budget, cell phone package, and paid professional liability are all part of the benefits package. New Zealand offers a publicly funded national healthcare system and an employer-matched retirement savings plan known as 'KiwiSaver'. Four weeks of annual leave are included with additional days off for after-hours work.

To submit an application, or should you have any questions about the position, please contact us by email at practicemanager@vetassociates.co.nz or by phone at +64 9 2947307. Applications should include a cover letter, a CV, and the names and contact details of three references.

https://www.vetassociates.co.nz/
https://www.facebook.com/vetassociatesequine/

Applicants need to be eligible for veterinary licensure in New Zealand.
Details are available at https://vetcouncil.org.nz/Web/Web/1.Support-and-Information/Vets/Registration.aspx.

MASSEY UNIVERSITY - COMPANION ANIMAL FIRST OPINION AND TEACHING New Position

College of Sciences
Palmerston North

Tāwharau Ora, the School of Veterinary Sciences at Massey University , Palmerston North, invites applications for a practicing Veterinarian or senior practicing Veterinarian in Community Practice to join the Small Animal Hospital of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital.

Ko wai mātou - About us

Our AVMA-accredited veterinary programme is world-renowned, providing quality, research-led education. The Veterinary Teaching Hospital (VTH) is a state-of-the-art facility, offering New Zealand's most comprehensive veterinary expertise. We are open to the public, offering routine animal health checks, specialist diagnostic procedures and treatments, and a 24/7 Pet Emergency Centre. The veterinary facilities are currently undergoing a major refurbishment, which will ensure Massey remains at the forefront of international veterinary scientific research and teaching and help meet the growing demand for qualified veterinarians.

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi - About this role

This full-time, ongoing position is part of our Companion Animal Community (first opinion) Practice. The Community Practice Service hosts a mandatory three-week rotation in wellness, general, and preventive care. This includes medicine, basic dentistry, surgery, and shelter medicine with the goal of exposing final year veterinary students to a high-quality general practice environment.

The majority of the caseload is canine and feline, but interest in small mammals is encouraged. The successful candidate must possess a strong commitment to excellence in patient care, service to clients, and clinical teaching, as well as strong leadership and communications skills. This is a clinical role with an emphasis on clinical instruction and patient care in the hospital. Time not assigned to clinical instruction and patient care on clinical rotations will be devoted to classroom/laboratory teaching, scholarship, and service.

The salary range for this role is at a Practicing/Senior Practicing Veterinarian grade (for 2025), ranging from $83,201-$147,548 (NZD). Salary will be negotiable by background/experience.

Do you have the following:

A Bachelor of Veterinary Science or equivalent? Your veterinary degree must be from an AVMA-accredited school or one recognised by the New Zealand Veterinary Council to enable full registration in New Zealand as a veterinarian. To check your eligibility, see here
A genuine interest in undergraduate and postgraduate clinical instruction?
The drive to upskill and grow or rediscover your passion for helping animals and their owners?
The flexibility to work on a rotating roster?
Experience and empathy towards the cultural, emotional and physical state of our clients and patients alike?
A positive attitude and a passion for teamwork, critical care, and client relations?

There are excellent opportunities for continuing professional development for the successful candidate (e.g. further formal university education or study towards clinical qualifications).

Enquiries may be directed to Thomas Odom t.odom@massey.ac.nz

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and appointments may be made prior to the closing date.

Closing date: 3 August 2025
Reference number: CS_SVS_476_05/25

For further information and to apply online, visit: http://masseyunicareers.nga.net.nz

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