District Veterinarian

NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development; Albury City; On-site; AUD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual AVA membership

Special Interest Groups participation

District Veterinary Conference paid

Job summary

The NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development is seeking a qualified District Veterinarian in Albury. You will be part of a supportive team tasked with animal biosecurity and welfare.

This ongoing full-time position offers an annual salary of up to $149,806 plus superannuation. Enjoy a great work-life balance and numerous community and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Registered with the NSW Veterinary Practitioners Board.
• Current NSW Driver Licence and capacity to travel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct animal biosecurity surveillance activities.
• Undertake disease investigations.
• Promote best practice Animal Biosecurity.
• Deliver compliance programs for biosecurity obligations.
• Engage with the community on biosecurity functions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Veterinary Science

Education

Degree in Veterinary Science

Job description

• Annual salary up to $149,806pa + super (dependent on experience)
• Location - Albury
• Great work life balance, with access to The Welcome Experience
• Annual AVA and Special Interest Groups membership and annual District Veterinary Conference attendance paid for

• Ongoing full time position
• Annual salary up to $149,806pa + super (dependent on experience)
• Location - Albury
• Great work life balance, with access to The Welcome Experience
• Annual AVA and Special Interest Groups membership and annual District Veterinary Conference attendance paid for

Murray Local Land Services (LLS) are keen to hear from qualified veterinarians interested in joining the team in Albury. As a District Veterinarian with LLS, you’ll be part of a supportive and experienced team of veterinarians and Biosecurity Officers who undertake in the field prevention, preparedness, detection and response activities for animal biosecurity and animal welfare.

This position is based both in the office and the field. The successful applicant would service producers within a 2.5hr radius of Albury, the eastern half of the Murray LLS region. You can explore more about what our District Veterinarian do here.

Albury is a thriving inland city and with its sister city Wodonga on the Victorian side of the Muray boosting a population of over 90,000. Enjoy the stunning setting along the banks of the mighty Murray River, mild weather, fresh local produce, numerous quality restaurants and cafes. Albury is in close proximity to the snowfields, lakes and mountains which provides a playground for water sports in summer, skiing in winter and all forms of cycling all year round. A welcoming community with a great selection of primary and secondary schools and has been voted by one online travel agency as the number 1 town in Australia in 2023. Located midway between Sydney and Melbourne (300kms) on the Hume Highway, Albury offers the convenience of direct flights to Sydney, Melbourne, and the Sunshine coast. With its natural beauty, modern amenities, and strong sense of belonging, Albury offers an idyllic lifestyle to work live and play.

In This Role, You Will

• Deliver animal biosecurity surveillance activities to ensure rapid identification of new and emerging biosecurity threats and assist in the implementation of response and post recovery programs
• Undertake disease investigations in all species and provide advice and analysis to ensure timely response to biosecurity threats
• Promote and advocate for best practice Animal Biosecurity and Welfare practices
• Deliver compliance programs to ensure legislated biosecurity obligations including pest and disease management and livestock traceability meet national performance standards
• Implement plans and strategies for engagement with the community and other key stakeholders to enhance understanding of the animal biosecurity and welfare functions of LLS

Why is being a District Veterinarian with LLS for you?

• You will become an expert in herd and flock disease investigation and management in a supportive environment.
• Internal support and mentoring awaits you, with collaboration and cooperation across all functional areas encouraged
• Professional development in any production species is encouraged (e.g. vet public health, epidemiology or nutrition)
• You’ll become a part of a friendly rural community, as well as part of an amazing, experienced, professional & friendly team
• Participate in emergency response and the opportunity to undertake training in specific roles in emergency management

Our ideal candidate

will have excellent interpersonal skills to be able to communicate effectively, build professional relationships with team members, community members and other external stakeholders. Provide positive customer experiences for our landholders and have initiative to progress and deliver outcomes.

You’ll need to have a degree in Veterinary Science registrable in NSW, are (or can be) registered with the NSW Veterinary Practitioners Board and have a current NSW Driver Licence, plus the capacity and willingness to travel throughout your region as required.

Closing Date: 11:55pm Sunday, 4 October 2026

For more information about this role, please contact Mark Corrigan, Team Leader Animal Biosecurity & Welfare on0428 256 431 or via email [e-mail]

You can also review the role description here.

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