Export Official Veterinarian - Peterborough

HallMark Veterinary & Compliance Services; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary services provider is seeking an Export Official Veterinarian in Peterborough. The role involves issuing Export Health Certificates, ensuring compliance with health standards. Ideal candidates will hold a veterinary degree and RCVS membership, and possess excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and ongoing professional support, with a start date as soon as possible.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Option for a car allowance

Ongoing professional support and development

Qualifications

• Veterinary degree required.
• RCVS membership or eligibility needed.
• Strong English proficiency (IELTS 7 or OET grade B).
• Excellent communication skills and ethical practice commitment.

Responsibilities

• Complete Export Health Certificates ensuring compliance.
• Follow certification guidance and maintain records.
• Inspect and verify product loading.
• Build relationships with businesses and provide customer care.
• Support various veterinary service tasks.

Skills

Veterinary degree (BSc or MSc)

Strong English proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Flexible and reliable team player

Education

RCVS membership or eligibility

Job description

Export Official Veterinarian – Peterborough & Surrounding Area

HallMark Official Controls is seeking a dedicated Export Official Veterinarian (OV) to join our team, covering Peterborough and a 60-mile radius. This is a fantastic opportunity for a veterinary professional to take on a stable, well-supported role within export health certification and regulatory work.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of £46,800 per year
• Option for a car allowance
• Full training on relevant plants
• Ongoing professional support and development
• A chance to play a key role in supporting UK trade and veterinary standards

The Role:

As an Export OV, you will:

• Complete Export Health Certificates (EHCs), ensuring consignments comply with animal, public health, and welfare requirements of the destination country.
• Follow RCVS certification guidance and the 10 Principles of Certification.
• Review Notes for Guidance (NFGs) for each EHC to meet specific importing country requirements.
• Carry out inspection and verification tasks, including supervising and checking product loading.
• Maintain accurate records, complete documentation promptly, and input data into company/external systems.
• Build strong relationships with businesses and colleagues, providing excellent customer care.
• Support a multiskilled service which may include on-farm inspections, Animal Welfare Licensing visits, TB testing, OV work in meat establishments, and sampling projects.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential:

• Veterinary degree (BSc or MSc) and RCVS membership (or eligibility).
• Strong English proficiency (IELTS 7 or OET grade B for vets).
• Excellent communication skills and commitment to ethical practice.
• A flexible and reliable team player.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Full right to work in the UK

Preferred:

• Qualified Export OV with OCQ(V) – ES, EX, and PX certifications.
• Knowledge of the food industry.
• Experience in abattoirs, meat processing, or export health certification.
• Good understanding of relevant legislation, health certification, and enforcement.

Key Details:

• Start Date: As soon as possible - urgently needed
• Hours: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week (occasional weekend overtime)
• Location: Peterborough + 60-mile radius

Apply today to begin your career as an Export Official Veterinarian with HallMark – and play your part in upholding standards, supporting trade, and protecting public health.