Veterinarian (Large Animal / Dairy) – TAS

Chattyvets; Smithton; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Four weeks annual leave

CPD and study leave

Seasonal on-call roster

Job summary

Chattyvets in Smithton, Tasmania is seeking a full-time Veterinarian (Large Animal / Dairy) with 3+ years' experience. Based in Smithton, you’ll join a supportive team in one of Tasmania's most productive dairy regions, with an outstanding lifestyle and varied caseload.

The role focuses on farm-based medical and surgical cases, preventative herd health planning, reproductive management, lameness work and collaboration with producers to improve herd health and productivity.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in dairy veterinary work.
• Genuine interest in dairy cattle.
• Willingness to work in Smithton, Tasmania.

Responsibilities

• Farm-based medical and surgical cases.
• Preventative herd health planning and production medicine.
• Reproductive management and fertility work.
• Lameness investigations and treatment.
• Collaborate with producers to improve herd health and productivity.
• Contribute to a supportive veterinary team and client service.

Skills

Dairy cattle care

Large animal medicine

Team collaboration

Job description

Veterinarian (Large Animal / Dairy) | Full-Time | Smithton, Tasmania

Develop your dairy career in one of Tasmania's most productive farming regions.

We're looking for a full-time Veterinarian with 3+ years' experience and a genuine interest in dairy cattle. Whether you're looking to further develop your large animal expertise or you're an experienced dairy veterinarian seeking a fresh challenge, you'll join a supportive team where your skills are recognised, valued and encouraged to grow.

Based in Smithton, in Tasmania's beautiful far north-west, you'll enjoy an outstanding lifestyle alongside a rewarding and varied dairy caseload. Spend your weekends exploring rugged coastlines, pristine beaches, lush rainforests and rolling countryside—all while enjoying a relaxed regional community with everything you need close by.

Smithton offers schools, shopping and everyday amenities, while Burnie is less than an hour away, providing larger retail facilities and an airport with regular direct flights to Melbourne.

About the Practice

We're a small but rapidly growing mixed practice with a strong reputation throughout the local farming community.

Our caseload consists of approximately:

• 80% Dairy – predominantly spring calving herds ranging from family-owned farms to large corporate operations.
• 15% Beef
• 5% Small ruminants, equine and the occasional companion animal consultation.

We're fortunate to work alongside loyal, long-standing clients who value preventative veterinary care and collaborative herd health management. As our client base continues to grow, we're excited to welcome another veterinarian to the team.

The Opportunity

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys both hands-on dairy medicine and building long-term relationships with producers.

You'll be involved in:

• Farm-based medical and surgical cases.
• Preventative herd health planning and production medicine.
• Reproductive management and fertility work.
• Lameness investigations and treatment.
• Working collaboratively with producers to improve herd health and productivity.
• Contributing to a supportive and knowledgeable veterinary team committed to delivering exceptional client service.

What You'll Receive

Supportive Team Culture

Join a close-knit, down-to-earth team consisting of:

• Three full-time veterinarians.
• Experienced administration staff.
• Regular FIFO locum support.
• Access to experienced veterinarians across The Vet Group network.
• Skilled technicians available to assist with larger procedures and busy on-farm visits.

Excellent Equipment

You'll have access to modern equipment including:

• Fully stocked work vehicle.
• Work phone and laptop.
• Two lameness tipper crushes.
• Teat sealing trailer.
• Bull fertility testing equipment.
• BCF ultrasound units.
• In-house Parasight system for worm egg counts.
• Mastatest machine.
• Ongoing investment in new equipment as the practice continues to grow.

Competitive Benefits

• Competitive salary package, negotiable according to experience.
• Four weeks' annual leave.
• Paid continuing professional development and study leave.
• A varied dairy caseload throughout the year with a strong preventative medicine focus.
• Seasonal shared on-call roster, with relatively low call-out requirements outside the spring calving season (August–October).