Large Animal Veterinarian - Relocate to New Zealand!

Location New Zealand
Discipline: Veterinary Surgeons, Large Animal Vet
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Based on experience
Contact name: Aimee Greer

Contact email: aimee@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 3604
Published: about 2 months ago

Looking to take your veterinary career somewhere truly special? Keep reading!

This is your chance to join a progressive, privately owned mixed practice in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful regions - with a strong focus on dairy work and a team that genuinely has your back.

Whether you're after a permanent role or a fixed-term adventure, this clinic offers flexibility, support, and a collaborative, evidence-based approach to animal care.

What’s on offer:

  • Permanent or fixed-term roles - flexible for the right person
  • Competitive salary, based on your experience and skills
  • Generous CPD allowance – you choose your path
  • NZVA and VCNZ registration fees covered
  • Fairly shared mixed practice afterhours
  • Relocation and visa assistance
  • Vehicle, phone & laptop provided
  • Wellness initiatives, team support & a positive workplace culture

About You:

  • An experienced production animal vet (dairy preferred)
  • Confident handling mixed practice afterhours
  • Excellent communicator and relationship builder
  • Calm, capable, and self-driven
  • Must be eligible for veterinary registration in New Zealand

Location:
Nestled in the stunning South Island, just 1.5 hours south of Christchurch, you’ll enjoy everything from alpine adventures to coastal relaxation. Great schools, affordable living, a vibrant food scene, and access to iconic spots like Wanaka, Queenstown and Aoraki/Mt Cook – it’s all on your doorstep.

Want to hear more? Get in touch by calling or Whatsapping Aimee on +447835146288 or email a CV to aimee@lloydandcowan.com.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us on 028 8765 8068. If you know someone else who may be interested, why not pass this advert on to them. If we successfully place someone, you've referred to us; we'll give you £200 in high street vouchers as a way of saying thank you.
All applications will be treated in the STRICTEST CONFIDENCE