Veterinarian (Equine)

RSPCA Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

RSPCA Queensland Ltd. is seeking an Equine Veterinarian (Large Animal) to join our Wacol Domestic Hospital team. The role focuses on assessing and treating horses and other farm animals with strong equine expertise, including field decisions and foster care visits.

You will manage cases independently, contribute to herd health, and provide practical guidance to carers. Police checks and a pre-employment medical assessment may be required.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' clinical experience in equine practice.
• Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or Australian-recognised equivalent).
• Proven experience in medical, surgical, or emergency care.
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills with a calm approach.
• Clear, confident communication in professional settings.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat horses and farm animals with medical and surgical care as appropriate.
• Develop treatment and rehabilitation plans and monitor recovery.
• Support disease prevention and herd health across animals in care.
• Visit horses in foster care and advise carers on treatment and follow-up.
• Work with Animal Care to implement care plans and assist inspectorate cases.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with policies and welfare requirements.

Skills

Strong equine experience

Calm under pressure

Clear communication

Clinical decision making

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or Australian-recognised equivalent)

Job description

We're Hiring - Equine Veterinarian for our Wacol Domestic Hospital!

At RSPCA Queensland, your equine expertise can help a horse in our care get back to a comfortable, healthy life. As our Veterinarian (Equine/Large Animal), you'll make the clinical calls that get them there, from deciding what needs attention on the first examination to judging when they're ready for the next stage of recovery.

You'll care for horses and other farm animals at Wacol and occasionally visit horses in foster care. We're looking for a vet with strong equine experience who's comfortable managing their own cases and making decisions in the field.

• 1 x Casual (approx. 7.6 hours per week, with opportunities to pick up extra shifts if you're open to small animal work to support hospital operations and cover leave)

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

• Assess, diagnose and treat horses and other farm animals, providing medical and surgical care as appropriate.
• Develop treatment and rehabilitation plans, monitor recovery and make decisions about each animals ongoing care.
• Support disease prevention and herd health across the animals in our care.
• Visit horses in foster care and give carers practical advice on treatment and follow-up.
• Work with our Animal Care team to put care plans into practice and provide clinical assessments for Inspectorate cases when required.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with RSPCA Queensland policies and animal welfare requirements.
• Contribute to staff education, training, and community engagement events that promote animal health and welfare.

What You'll Bring to the Role

• At least 3 years' clinical experience in equine practice.
• Bachelor of Veterinary Science (or Australian-recognised equivalent).
• Proven experience in medical, surgical, or emergency care (welfare or shelter experience a bonus).
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills with a calm, pragmatic approach.
• Can stay calm, think fast, and make sound clinical calls under pressure.
• Clear, confident communication - written, verbal, and when required, in court or media settings.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and record-keeping.
• Physical capability to perform manual handling tasks (up to 10kg).

Travel & Vehicle Use

The time will be split between caring for horses and other farm animals at our Domestic Hospital at Wacol and heading out to foster properties within a 90-minute drive of the site. These visits give you the chance to see how horses are recovering in their foster homes and guide the next steps in their care. For these visits, you'll have access to a work vehicle when available or receive a kilometre allowance when using your own vehicle.

Why Join Us?

• Professional Growth: Access expansive learning and development programs to help you elevate your career and skill set.
• Purpose-Driven Impact: Be part of a mission-driven organisation where every task makes a tangible difference to animal welfare.

At RSPCA Qld, we encourage you to grow your skills, expand your responsibilities, and explore different career pathways. By enhancing your qualifications and capabilities, you can take advantage of internal opportunities across our many departments - from animal care to operations, outreach, and more.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a Police Check for the safety and well-being of the community, staff, and animals. A pre-employment medical assessment may also be required.

RSPCA Queensland acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, regardless of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.