Veterinarian - Relocate to New Zealand!

Location Hamilton
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: NZD$90,000 – $130,000
Contact name: Aimee Greer

Contact email: aimee@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 4450
Published: about 14 hours ago

Supportive Team | Excellent Location | Career Growth

Imagine working in a modern, friendly clinic nestled in northern Hamilton - a city known for its beautiful gardens, vibrant community, and easy access to New Zealand’s incredible natural landscapes. If you’re ready for a fresh start in an exciting part of the world, this is your chance to live the Kiwi lifestyle while building a rewarding veterinary career.

This role offers the perfect balance of professional challenge and lifestyle benefits - a close-knit team, supportive network, and a welcoming community that makes relocation a breeze. Whether you’re coming from overseas or elsewhere in New Zealand, you’ll find plenty of reasons to love living and working here.

The Role:
Whether you're after full-time or part-time hours, this clinic can offer flexibility. You’ll be encouraged to grow your skills, work in your preferred areas of interest, and contribute to a supportive clinic culture.

Responsibilities:

  • Consulting and managing cases independently

  • Hands-on small animal surgery and diagnostics

  • Working closely with a friendly, experienced team

  • Helping to foster a strong team and client-focused environment

About You:

  • Has 2+ years of experience in small animal practice

  • Is eligible for veterinary registration in New Zealand

  • Enjoys working closely with clients and mentoring junior staff

  • Thrives in a team but can also manage sole charge when needed

  • Genuinely cares about the people, pets, and community they work with

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary of $90,000 – $130,000, depending on experience

  • Generous CPD allowance and paid NZVA registration

  • Relocation and visa support if relocating

  • Staff discounts across a wider network of clinics

  • Confidential counselling support

  • Work-life balance rosters

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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