Build Your Career in Rural New Zealand
Are you a Mixed Animal Veterinarian with a passion for production animal work and dairy farming? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established veterinary practice in Dannevirke, New Zealand, offering the opportunity to work with a supportive team while enjoying an outstanding rural lifestyle.
This is a predominantly Production Animal role with a companion animal component, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and building lasting relationships with farming clients.
The Opportunity
Based in Dannevirke, you'll work across the Tararua and Lower Hawke's Bay regions, supporting dairy farmers and rural communities while also contributing to companion animal care and a shared after-hours service.
You'll become part of a respected veterinary group with access to experienced colleagues, ongoing professional development, and excellent career progression opportunities.
Your Role
Deliver high-quality production animal veterinary services with a strong focus on dairy clients
Provide companion animal consultations and routine medical/surgical care
Build trusted relationships with farming and companion animal clients
Work independently while collaborating with an experienced veterinary team
Participate in a shared after-hours roster
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
Experience working with dairy farming systems
Confidence in companion animal practice
A client-focused and professional approach
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Strong organisational and time management abilities
Confidence working independently in a busy mixed practice
A willingness to participate in the after-hours rota
What's on Offer?
Competitive salary based on experience
Generous CPD allowance and ongoing development opportunities
Long service benefits
Staff discounts on products and veterinary services
Annual flu vaccination
Paid volunteer day
Employee wellbeing support platform
Exclusive partner discounts
Friendly, family-oriented team culture
A genuine opportunity to develop your career within a progressive veterinary group
Why Dannevirke?
Located between Palmerston North and Hawke's Bay, Dannevirke offers an excellent lifestyle for those who love the outdoors. From mountain ranges and hiking to beaches, fishing and diving, you'll enjoy the best of rural New Zealand while remaining within easy reach of larger towns and cities.
If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference to farming communities while enjoying a fantastic work-life balance, this could be the perfect opportunity.
Interested?
Get in touch today!
📧 Email Ciaran at ciaran@lloydandcowan.com or APPLY with your CV.
📱 For a confidential discussion, call or WhatsApp +44 7748 575 420.
If this role isn't quite right but you're considering a move, contact us to discuss other veterinary opportunities across New Zealand and internationally.
All applications are treated with the STRICTEST CONFIDENCE.