Large Animal Veterinarian - Relocate to New Zealand

Location Christchurch
Discipline: Veterinary Surgeons, Large Animal Vet
Job type: Permanent
Salary: DOE
Contact name: Aimee Greer

Contact email: aimee@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 5098
Published: about 8 hours ago

Are you ready to shape the future of large animal practice across dairy, sheep, and beef in New Zealand?

Our client, a progressive rural practice based just outside Christchurch, is seeking a Large Animal Veterinarian to join their motivated and forward-thinking team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to combine hands-on clinical work with genuine consultancy, in a supportive environment that values innovation, collaboration, and community.

What’s on Offer:

  • A proactive, engaged farming client base - from dairy and sheep to beef and deer.

  • True consultative work - helping clients plan for long-term success, not just fixing problems.

  • Career flexibility - whether you’re passionate about consultancy, surgery, agritech or mentoring, this team will back your goals.

  • Access to cutting-edge on-farm technology and in-house software designed by vets, for vets.

  • Opportunities to develop your leadership or specialist interests.

About You:

  • BVSc (or equivalent) and eligibility to practice in New Zealand.

  • Minimum 4 years’ experience

  • Confident in clinical and consulting settings, with strong communication skills.

  • A genuine passion for rural practice and helping farmers achieve better outcomes.

  • Team-oriented, adaptable, and open to new ideas.

Why You’ll Love It:

  • Competitive salary package + KiwiSaver + CPD support.

  • Paid birthday leave, wellbeing programme, and flexible working options.

  • Supportive, progressive culture that invests in its people.

  • Just a short drive from Christchurch - enjoy the best of both worlds: rural life with city convenience.

Interested in hearing more? Apply today or 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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