Small Animal Veterinarian - Relocate to Australia

Location Melbourne
Discipline: Veterinary Surgeons, Small Animal Vet
Job type: Permanent
Salary: up to $140,000 + Super
Contact name: Talal Jomar

Contact email: talal@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 5804
Published: about 3 hours ago

Small Animal Veterinarian – Full-Time | Lidcombe, Western Sydney
Visa sponsorship available

Join a busy, well-supported small animal clinic in the heart of Western Sydney.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Small Animal Veterinarian to step into a full-time role at a well-established, high-foot-traffic clinic located in Lidcombe Shopping Centre. If you enjoy a genuine mix of consulting and surgery, thrive in a collaborative team environment, and want the support of strong leadership and visiting specialists, this role offers long-term stability and career progression in a friendly, well-run practice.

Conveniently located with ample onsite parking, this clinic operates Monday to Saturday (9:00am–5:30pm) and offers excellent work-life balance with no after-hours, no on-call, no Sundays, and no public holidays.


The Clinic

You will be joining a busy, well-equipped small animal clinic supported by an experienced Business Manager and Senior Nurse, with a team of four clinicians. The clinic features:

  • Spacious reception and waiting area

  • Two consult rooms

  • Sterile operating theatre

  • Digital X-ray and dental X-ray

  • Full in-house pathology

  • Regular visits from medical and surgical specialists

  • Strong referral pathways to nearby hospitals for complex cases and overnight care

This setup allows you to manage a broad and interesting caseload with excellent clinical support.


The Role

This role is ideal for a caring, collaborative veterinarian who enjoys variety and wants to be part of a stable, supportive team:

  • Manage medical cases from consult through to follow-up

  • Perform routine and non-routine surgeries aligned to your experience

  • Build strong, trusting relationships with clients through clear communication

  • Continue to grow your clinical skills with access to mentoring and professional development

  • Contribute positively to clinic culture, teamwork, and continuous improvement

  • Play an active role in the ongoing success and growth of the clinic

You will be supported by experienced clinical leadership, a business manager with veterinary background, and a wider professional network for collaboration and advocacy.


What’s on Offer

  • Salary up to $130,000 + super, with regular performance reviews

  • Uncapped, performance-based bonus structure

  • Excellent work-life balance: rotating Saturdays, no Sundays, no public holidays, no on-call or after-hours

  • Birthday leave

  • Staff discounts across pet retail and grooming services

  • Convenient location with ample onsite parking

  • Ongoing training, mentoring, and genuine career development opportunities

  • Study leave and continuing education allowance

  • Hands-on support from an engaged leadership team

  • Visa sponsorship available for eligible overseas-qualified veterinarians (including AVE-qualified candidates)


About You

You will be well-suited to this role if you have:

  • Veterinary qualifications with relevant state registration (or eligibility)

  • 3+ years’ experience in small animal practice

  • A collaborative, approachable manner with colleagues and clients

  • A desire to contribute to a positive, supportive clinic culture

  • Strong communication skills and a commitment to high standards of patient care


Why This Role Is Different

This is more than just another vet job. You will be joining a well-run, established clinic with strong leadership, visiting specialists, and a steady, diverse caseload. You will have the structure and support of a larger network, without losing the feel of a close-knit, friendly team. It is a great opportunity for a veterinarian who wants stability, development, and a genuinely sustainable long-term role in Western Sydney.


How to Apply or Learn More

To apply, or if you’d like a confidential discussion or further information, please contact:

Talal – Lloyd & Cowan Recruitment
Email: talal@lloydandcowan.com
Mobile: +44 7835 146288