Are you ready to break the mould of traditional vet practice? This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking team that’s redefining what it means to be a Large Animal Veterinarian in New Zealand.
Our client is looking for a motivated, passionate Dairy Vet who’s excited about innovation, collaboration, and supporting progressive farmers.
What Makes This Different?
- A proactive client base - These farmers want to sit down and talk herd health, performance, and future goals.
- Consulting-focused approach – You’ll have strategic, quarterly sit-downs with clients, over coffee, talking goals, data, and results.
- An environment that backs your career – Whether you're into tech, business, or clinical excellence, this team will support your direction.
- Cutting-edge tech & tools – Think wearables, custom-built dairy software, and a 1:2 Vet-to-Tech ratio. You’ll be surrounded by support that lets you do your best work.
- No two days the same – From scanning and herd health to helping shape the future of wearable tech in animal health, this is where dairy vetting gets exciting.
The Role:
You’ll join a well-established team close to Christchurch, delivering exceptional large animal veterinary services to progressive dairy farms. The work is varied and rewarding, and your input will go far beyond animal health – you’ll become a true on-farm advisor and partner.
Responsibilities:
- Delivering proactive veterinary care focused on prevention and performance
- Supporting herd health, reproduction, and seasonal planning
- Building trusted relationships with farmers and techs alike
- Working with purpose-built systems that streamline and support your day-to-day
- Participating in the on-call roster as part of a fair and supportive team
- MUST be eligible for registration in New Zealand
- Strong clinical skills - from scanning to sick cow work
- A deep curiosity for agri-tech, data, and performance-driven farming
- A team-first, client-focused mindset with a desire to grow in your career
What's on offer:
- Competitive salary DOE
- CPD & study support
- Development planning every 6 months
- Employee wellness & mental health support
- Extra leave for birthdays and long service
- Parental leave top-ups
- Discounted vet services
- Flexible work arrangements to help you balance life & work
Location:
Darfield combines small-town warmth with epic South Island adventure. You're under an hour from Christchurch and right on the doorstep of world-class skiing, hiking, and fishing. Affordable living, great schools, and fresh air - it’s an unbeatable base for a lifestyle you'll love.
Interested in hearing 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.
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