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Ballarat Veterinary Practice, Ballarat & Bacchus Marsh VIC (posted 1st October) Operational Leader
Head of Companion Animal Operations
Ballarat Veterinary Practice | Ballarat & Bacchus Marsh, Victoria
A senior leadership opportunity in a growing, progressive veterinary business.
Ballarat Veterinary Practice is looking for an experienced operational leader to join our team as Head of Companion Animal Operations (HCAO).
With four established Companion Animal clinics across Ballarat and a new clinic in Bacchus Marsh currently in development, this is an exciting time to join BVP.
The Head of Companion Animal Operations will provide senior operational leadership across our Companion Animal group, working closely with our experienced Clinic Managers, Companion Animal Directors, HR and other leaders across BVP.
It is a broad and influential role for someone who enjoys working with capable people, seeing the bigger picture and turning ideas, information and opportunities into practical action.
About BVP
Ballarat Veterinary Practice is a large, progressive veterinary business with a proud history of caring for animals and their people across Ballarat and the surrounding region.
Our business encompasses a network of Companion Animal clinics as well as our Equine hospital and ambulatory services, supported by a diverse team of veterinarians, veterinary nurses and support professionals.
As we have grown, we have remained focused on something that matters enormously to us: building a workplace where talented people can do great work, develop professionally and enjoy being part of the team around them.
Our values of Teamwork, Respect, Professionalism and Compassion underpin the way we work and the expectations we have of ourselves and one another.
We are proud to be recognised as an AVA Employer of Choice, reflecting our commitment to creating a positive and sustainable veterinary workplace.
We invest in our people through professional development, leadership development and opportunities for career progression. We actively identify and develop emerging leaders and believe that building capability within our team is fundamental to the future of our business.
We also believe that a rewarding veterinary career should be sustainable. Our Companion Animal teams work an eight-day fortnight, supporting genuine time away from work and a better balance between professional and personal life.
About the role
The Head of Companion Animal Operations is a senior leadership role working across all BVP Companion Animal clinics.
Our clinics are led locally by experienced Clinic Managers who understand their teams, clients and individual clinic environments. They will continue to have responsibility and appropriate autonomy for the day-to-day leadership and operation of their clinics.
The HCAO brings an additional, whole-of-business perspective.
Working collaboratively with our Clinic Managers, you will help connect the individual clinics, support effective planning and decision-making across the group, identify opportunities to share knowledge and resources, and ensure our people and operational priorities remain aligned as the business grows.
You will also provide an important connection between our clinics and Companion Animal Directors, bringing together operational insight from across the group and helping translate broader business priorities into effective action.
This is a role with considerable variety. On any given week, your focus might include workforce planning, supporting a Clinic Manager with a complex operational matter, reviewing business performance, considering future capability requirements, collaborating with HR on recruitment strategy, improving a cross-site process or contributing to planning for our new Moorabool clinic.
The common thread is having the perspective to look across the business, understand how the pieces fit together and help good people make good decisions.
Your areas of focus
You will:
- provide senior operational leadership across our Companion Animal clinics
- lead and support our Clinic Managers, providing a trusted senior sounding board, coaching, perspective and guidance when required
- bring Clinic Managers together to strengthen collaboration, share ideas and good practice, and make the most of the capability that exists across our business
- maintain a forward-looking view of workforce requirements, capability, succession and resourcing across the Companion Animal group
- work closely with HR and other leaders on recruitment, retention, leadership development and workforce planning
- maintain oversight of operational and commercial performance and use business information to identify emerging trends, risks and opportunities
- help ensure our people and resources are rostered effectively across clinics while respecting the needs and priorities of individual sites
- identify opportunities to improve systems, workflows and ways of working across the group
- support continued development of nursing and support-team capability and career pathways
- strengthen communication and alignment between our clinics, Directors and broader leadership team
- contribute to the establishment of our new Moorabool clinic and its successful integration into BVP.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an experienced leader who enjoys working in a complex, people-focused environment and is ready to operate across a broader business.
You will be someone who naturally builds relationships and credibility with other experienced leaders. You will listen well, ask good questions and be comfortable bringing together different perspectives before determining the best way forward.
You will also be able to move comfortably between people, operations and commercial considerations, understanding that good decisions rarely sit entirely within one of those areas.
We expect you will bring:
- substantial leadership experience, ideally including leadership of managers or senior team leaders
- strong relationship-building and people-management capability
- well-developed operational and commercial judgement
- the ability to analyse information, recognise patterns and translate these into practical action
- confidence communicating and collaborating with senior leaders
- experience working across multiple teams, services or locations
- the ability to navigate competing priorities and complex situations with sound judgement
- experience contributing to operational improvement and successfully implementing change
- maturity, resilience, curiosity and discretion
- a leadership approach that aligns strongly with our values of Teamwork, Respect, Professionalism and Compassion.
Experience within the veterinary industry would be highly regarded, particularly experience within a multi-site veterinary business.
However, we are also interested in hearing from exceptional operational leaders from healthcare, allied health or other complex service environments who can demonstrate strong leadership capability and an ability to understand the unique operating environment of veterinary practice.
A veterinary nursing qualification is not essential for this position.
Why make the move to BVP?
This is an opportunity to join a substantial and established veterinary business at an exciting point in its development.
You will inherit strong foundations: established clinics, strong local reputation, experienced leaders, a highly capable veterinary and nursing workforce and a business that is prepared to continue investing in its people and its future.
At the same time, there is plenty still to build. Our fifth Companion Animal clinic creates opportunities to think differently about how we share capability, develop careers, plan our workforce and work together across locations. As Head of Companion Animal Operations, you will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to that next stage.
You will be part of a workplace that takes professional development seriously, values strong leadership and believes that people should have opportunities to grow without necessarily having to leave regional Victoria to find them.
And you will do it while living and working in the Ballarat region, with the lifestyle benefits of a major regional centre and a role that offers both professional challenge and genuine work-life balance.
Interested?
If you are an experienced operational leader who enjoys bringing people together, building capability and helping a good business become even better, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV and covering letter to careers@bvp.com.au (Attn: Claire McAteer, Human Resources Manager) outlining your interest in the role and the experience and strengths you would bring to BVP.
Applications close Friday 23 October.
Position: Permanent full-time
Location:Based in Ballarat, but working across BVP Companion Animal clinics in Ballarat and Bacchus Marsh
Commencement: No later than January 2027
University of Sydney Camperdown, Inner West Sydney, NSW (posted 17th September) Hospital Manager
Hospital Manager
Your chance to have a marked impact on the future of the veterinary profession.
- Full time, Fixed Term Parental Leave Cover until 13th February 2028
- Located onsite on Camperdown Campus
- Exciting opportunity to contribute to the development and implementation of hospital strategy in a competitive veterinary market
- Base Salary HEO 10 (38 hours) $176,461 p.a. + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join the University of Sydney Veterinary Teaching Hospital. As part of the School of Veterinary Science which is ranked #1 in Australia, the University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Sydney (UVTHS) provides a clinical learning experience for veterinary students with staff engaged in professional training programs through provision of veterinary services to the public.
We are currently seeking a Hospital Manager to play a critical role in the operational management of the hospital for the period of parental leave cover and to contribute to the development and implementation of hospital strategy. Together with the Director of Vet Operations, the role oversees the execution of services which provide clinical teaching, research and business activities in a competitive veterinary market.
UVTHS is a combined referral and primary care small animal hospital with access to a range of specialist services, expertise, and equipment to offer excellent care to our patients. We benefit from a loyal clientele who always want the very best for their pets. This is your chance to have a marked impact on the future of the veterinary profession through your contribution and support of the clinical service and training of students.
The key benefits
- be stimulated by an academic environment focused on teaching and research
- opportunity for you to learn and enhance your skills and experience in a unique teaching and research environment of a veterinary teaching hospital
- salary packaging available
- access to employee assistance programs (EAP) at no cost
- access to fitness passport, as well as discounted rates on university sports and fitness centres
- located on the Camperdown campus, 4 km from the city centre, in a convenient central location with ample public transport options. Discounted Staff Parking is also available on site.
In the position you will be
- providing operational leadership and contributing to the development of the hospital's strategy
- managing the development of business plans for the delivery of services for the hospital and ensuring the effective implementation of new initiatives
- the critical point of contact with oversight of WH&S and operational requirements across the span of each week for the Hospital
- overseeing the continuous improvement of processes to support efficient and effective hospital operations
- responsible for the functional leadership and management of professional support staff in hospital. Manage the responsibilities of their workload, safety, mentoring, training, performance reviews and staff development
- managing building and space allocation and all local infrastructure upgrade and redevelopment and equipment projects
- managing risks and workplace health and safety for the hospital that might impact staff welfare and the efficient and effective operation of the Hospital services and the teaching program
- working with senior leaders to manage the efficient utilisation and deployment of resources for the hospital in line with the broader School strategy
- contributing to the development and design of the hospital's external engagement strategy.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks and declarations. Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University's obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO Statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence, and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via clicking here.
For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Chris Masaoka, Recruitment Operations by email to recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au.
Click to view the Position Description for this role.
Applications Close
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Animal Management in Rural and Remote Indigenous Communities Ltd, Darwin, NT (posted 10th September)
Vet Nurse | Program Vet Nurse Educator
Darwin, NT (Larrakia Land)
Salary | $72,625 - $80,925 + 12% super
Practice Manager Level 5 | Full-time | Two-year fixed-term
Darwin-based | Remote program travel up to 10–15 days/month in peak periods
Commencement | January 2027
Relocation assistance | Up to $5,000 to support your move to Darwin
Ready for a veterinary nursing role with a difference?
Bring your clinical expertise and coordination skills to work that reaches far beyond the clinic.
One week you could be in Darwin coordinating travel, veterinary inventory, equipment and surgical kits. The next, you could be the lead veterinary nurse on a remote program – supporting surgery, monitoring anaesthesia, managing patient care, supporting the veterinary team and contributing to community education.
AMRRIC is looking for an experienced veterinary nurse who brings strong clinical capability, practical coordination skills and the confidence to engage with communities and contribute to school-based education activities across a range of settings.
This is a broad role for someone who enjoys being clinically hands-on, organised behind the scenes and confident working with people. You’ll support program delivery nationally while contributing to animal health, community wellbeing and One Health outcomes.
About AMRRIC
Animal Management in Rural and Remote Indigenous Communities (AMRRIC) is a national not-for-profit organisation based on Larrakia Land in Darwin.
We work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to improve the health and wellbeing of companion animals, people and communities. Guided by a One Health approach, our work includes veterinary programs, education and training, research and advocacy.
You will join a small, committed team where your work directly supports meaningful outcomes across rural and remote Indigenous communities.
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About the role
The Program Vet Nurse Educator supports AMRRIC’s Regional Program Manager(s) with the practical delivery and coordination of One Health-focused companion animal management services.
Based at AMRRIC Head Office in Darwin when not on program delivery, you’ll report to the Regional Program Manager – NT/QLD and combine clinical veterinary nursing with program logistics, equipment and stock coordination, data, stakeholder engagement and community education.
As part of program delivery, you’ll also contribute to community engagement and education activities, including delivery of animal health education in remote schools or community events under the direction of AMRRIC’s Community Animal Care Educator.
During peak periods, typically March to October, remote program travel may be up to 10–15 days per month. At times, and with remote support structures in place, you may also take a team-lead role with responsibility for coordinating a multidisciplinary team in the field.
What you’ll do
Your work will move between clinical nursing, program readiness, logistics and education.
You’ll:
- attend remote veterinary programs nationally and fulfil a hands-on clinical veterinary nurse role;
- support veterinary surgery, anaesthetic monitoring, all aspects of patient care, anti-parasitic treatment delivery and remote clinic setup and pack-down;
- help implement program plans and coordinate travel, purchasing and other practical logistics;
- coordinate veterinary drugs, consumables, stock, equipment maintenance and surgical kit processing;
- work with colleagues to support vehicle and field readiness for remote programs;
- contribute to program data capture, monitoring, reporting and, where directed, field research sampling;
- support community engagement and education activities, including delivering animal health education sessions in remote schools and community events, and communicating with local stakeholders;
- take a team coordination or field-lead role where required and appropriately supported; and
- represent AMRRIC professionally at community meetings, public forums and conferences where appropriate.
This role could be a great fit if you…
- are an experienced vet nurse who is highly confident in all aspects of clinical nursing;
- are the person who thrives on keeping stock, equipment, logistics and practical details under control;
- enjoy coordinating people and tasks as much as you enjoy clinical nursing;
- are confident taking the lead veterinary nursing role on a program and can stay calm and practical when conditions change;
- enjoy sharing knowledge and communicating animal-health information with different audiences;
- are ready to make Darwin your home base with regular remote travel.
What you’ll bring
You will bring:
- a Bachelor in Veterinary Technology or Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing, with at least three years’ post-qualification experience;
- formal project-management qualifications or 2–4 years’ relevant experience such as veterinary practice administration;
- strong surgical and anaesthetic nursing skills and practical knowledge of veterinary equipment and clinical procedures;
- a strong commitment to prioritising patient care;
- experience coordinating veterinary stock, consumables and equipment maintenance;
- experience in team coordination, including demonstrated leadership and/or mentoring in a veterinary setting;
- sound Microsoft 365 and data-management skills, including confidence using applications to record data in the field;
- excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain companion-animal health information to people from diverse backgrounds;
- a practical, organised and solutions-focused approach; and
- a genuine commitment to animal health and wellbeing and to culturally responsive work alongside remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Experience coordinating community or shelter veterinary services, including logistics and resource planning, or working in a not-for-profit environment will be well regarded. Confidence and capability to engage with diverse audiences and contribute to education delivery in school, community and other settings will also be valued.
Essential requirements
You must:
- hold an unrestricted driver’s licence and be able to drive manual vehicles;
- be willing and able to travel and stay in remote communities for program delivery;
- hold, or be willing to obtain, a current First Aid Certificate;
- be able to obtain the required National Police Criminal History Check and Working with Children clearances; and
- be able to be based in Darwin for the duration of the appointment.
Why join AMRRIC?
Meaningful work should be supported by meaningful benefits.
This is a genuine career opportunity, with Darwin as your professional and lifestyle base and relocation assistance available to support the move.
At AMRRIC, you will receive:
- five weeks annual leave;
- three days Christmas grace leave;
- 12% superannuation, paid in addition to salary;
- salary packaging of up to $15,899 each year for eligible living expenses;
- additional salary packaging of up to $2,650 each year for eligible meals and entertainment;
- travel allowances and program-related expenses in accordance with AMRRIC policy;
- relocation assistance of up to $5,000 is available for eligible candidates relocating to Darwin, subject to approved conditions;
- five days paid study leave for approved professional development, plus other role-relevant training;
- cultural safety learning and development;
- confidential Employee Assistance Program support; and
- role-relevant remote-work preparation, including 4WD, First Aid and CPR training.
Benefits are subject to eligibility, operational requirements and AMRRIC policies.
How to apply
Email your application to jobs@amrric.org with the subject line: Vet Nurse Application.
Please include:
- your current CV; and
- a concise 1–2 page cover letter outlining the coordination, leadership and/or community engagement experience you would bring to the role, and why this broader clinical and program delivery role with AMRRIC interests you.
Please also include one sentence telling us where you heard about the opportunity.
Finalists will be asked to complete a short selection assessment relevant to the role.
Applications close: Monday 12 October 2026, 9:00am ACST
View the Position Description: PD_PVNE_FINAL_2027.pdf
Questions about the role: Please contact jobs@amrric.org or (08) 8948 1768
Working with us
AMRRIC is privileged to undertake work that values and celebrates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
We are committed to reconciliation, inclusive employment practices and supporting employment pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Hawthorn Group Vet Clinics, East & North East Melbourne VIC (posted 28th August) Multi-Site Business Manager
Multi-Site Business Manager - Hawthorn East Vet, Alphington & Fairfield Vet & Kew Vet and Cattery
As part of VetPartners, we're looking for a commercially minded, people-first Multi-Site Business Manager to lead the Hawthorn Group clinics, consisting of Hawthorn East Vet, Kew Vet and Cattery and Alphington & Fairfield Vet. We are looking for someone who can influence performance, strengthen collaboration across sites, and contribute to the continued success of the group.
We place a big emphasis on developing the capability and confidence of all our team through a combination of hands-on experience, structured development, and strong mentorship. You will be supported with access to experienced senior leaders, a broad peer network, and centralised specialists who provide coaching across commercial acumen, people leadership, and operational excellence.
About the role
This is an influential, leadership position where you'll embed the strategic direction of three clinics while remaining grounded in the heart of veterinary practice. You will be responsible for shaping culture, driving financial growth and mentoring high performing teams to maintain an exceptional client experience.
In this role, you will:
- Lead with impact across 3 clinics.
- Drive commercial success. Take full ownership of financial performance, including delivery of key initiatives, KPIs and P&L management across the network.
- Champion growth with continuous improvement and change initiatives that elevate both clinical outcomes and operational standards.
- Empower and grow your teams whether it is through mentoring clinic teams and leveraging the broader VP network (Vet Managers, Regional Managers etc) to foster a culture of talent development, wellbeing, and professional accountability.
Who you are
Success in this role requires an authentic, confident leadership style built on the understanding that great results stem from great relationships. We are looking for someone who can walk into a busy environment, build trust quickly, and handle tricky situations with a level head and empathy. You should be just as comfortable diving into the day-to-day operational "nitty-gritty" of covering nursing and reception when needed, as you are stepping back to look at the long-term growth of the network.
To thrive in this role, you'll bring:
- 3–5 years of experience leading teams across multiple clinics.
- Vet Nurse experience and relevant qualifications.
- A strong commercial acumen and a grasp of financial reporting, performance analysis and delivery against KPIs.
- A proven ability to guide diverse teams through periods of growth, change, and operational complexity.
- Solid experience in workforce planning, conflict resolution, and coaching for performance.
- The ability to simplify the complex and build influential relationships at every level of the business.
Desirable:
- Qualifications in business, leadership, HR, or related fields
- Experience in veterinary, healthcare, retail, or franchising environments
We know this industry isn't without its challenges - and we take that seriously.
At VetPartners, the wellbeing of our people is not an afterthought. We're committed to safe, supportive workplaces backed by EAP support, a Mental Health First Aid network, and the Best for Pet Wellness Plan - because the people who care for animals deserve to be looked after too.
Why VetPartners?
Connected network - collaborate with a community of over +5000 peers across 270+ clinics, support offices and training centres. You'll have the opportunity to tap into a community of like-minded people.
📈 Grow beyond one clinic - we grow talent from within, and this role gives you real access to expanding your skills across a multi-site network
🌟 A leader invested in you - leadership that is genuinely committed to your development and career progression
🏥 Light, bright clinics - purpose-built facilities designed for great workflow and a calm experience for clients and patients
🧠 Health & wellbeing support - EAP, Mental Health First Aid, and fitness benefits
👶 Paid parental leave - flexible options and return-to-work bonuses
🛍️ Everyday discounts & perks - 100+ discounts on fuel, groceries, entertainment, health insurance, and more
🐾 Pet Benefits - savings on pet essentials and insurance for your own furry companions
Ready to lead something that matters?
Apply via the link below or reach out to Joseph at joseph.friend@vetpartners.com.au for a confidential conversation.
VetPartners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.
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