Veterinarian - 12-month Fixed Term
vetnz
| Company | vetnz |
| Category | Healthcare |
| Location | Gore |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Mid |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 24 Jul 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (bamboohr) |
Description
Large Animal Veterinarian – VetSouth (12-month fixed term)
Gore ( Maruawa i ) , Southland
Are you an experience d large animal Veterinarian looking for a change in scenery? Are you keen to join a close knit, experienced group of Vets that are supported by a n amazing veterinary technician, retail and admin team ?
Grab this great opportunity to join the us in the heart of Southland; community minded, punching above it's weight both sporting and culturally (NZ Country music capital, Hokonui Fashion awards) & amazing sporting facilities (indoor sports centre, ice rink, pool, courts; hockey turf and many sports clubs to choose from).
Why work for VetSouth :
• A supportive team that lets our vets truly focus on veterinary work .
• Well-established client programmes to foster trusted relationships .
• A strong local hub feel and deep community connections .
• Teamwork, fun, and social events to keep us connected and celebrated .
• Opportunities to work alongside both local and internationally trained vets .
• Stay connected to career development opportunities through our Comhla ownership group of over 50 clinics in NZ and Australia.
• We live our values: Love What We Do, Get the Job Done Right, One Step Ahead and In It Together.
Why y ou’ll love this role:
• Diverse caseload across dairy, beef cattle, sheep and deer .
• Work alongside experienced veterinarians offering you opportunities to further develop your clinical and advisory skills .
• A rural lifestyle with access to hiking, skiing, fishing, golf, farmers markets, and beautiful scenery . (not to mention the National Country Music Awards!)
• A culture that values wellbeing, teamwork, and having fun while getting the job done right .
What we offer :
• Chamber of Commerce memberships offering local retail discounts .
• NZVA and VCNZ fees fully covered .
• Temporary accommodation to get you settled in .
• Great staff benefits, including generous discounts and wellbeing support.
• Career pathways across our wider veterinary network of 50+ clinics.
What we need from you :
• BVSc or equivalent, with eligibility to practice in New Zealand
• 4+ years of dairy and/or sheep and beef experience
• Sound clinical and surgical capability
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine care for clients, animals, and community
• Initiative, adaptability, and pride in delivering great outcomes
• A great sense of humour won’t go amiss!
Ready to make the move?
If you’re ready for a new chapter where community, career, and lifestyle align w e’d love to hear from you !
https://www.vetsouth.co.nz/about-us-careers/ or get in touch with us at [email protected] .
Find out more about us at vetsouth.co.nz or on our Facebook page .