MRCVS Veterinarian

Eville and Jones; Colchester; On-site; GBP 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary services provider is seeking a Field Veterinary Officer to oversee disease control efforts and ensure animal welfare standards in Colchester. This role involves managing disease control programmes, conducting farm visits, and inspecting compliance with animal welfare. Candidates must possess an MRCVS qualification and have experience with farm animals. The position offers a competitive salary of £51,300 along with a company car allowance and relocation support.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Relocation support

Qualifications

• Must have MRCVS qualification or be eligible.
• A minimum of 1 year's experience working with farmed animals.

Responsibilities

• Complete administrative tasks related to animal health.
• Conduct farm visits and inspections.
• Manage disease control programmes.

Skills

Leadership in disease control

Veterinary expertise

Animal welfare compliance

Communication with stakeholders

Education

MRCVS qualification

Job description

Job Description

Location: Northern Ireland

Salary: £51,300 + company car/car allowance and relocation support

Are you committed to protecting animal health, public safety, and supporting trade? Join us as a Field Veterinary Officer, where youll lead disease control efforts and uphold animal welfare standards.

We are looking for MRCVS Veterinarians to serve as the primary liaison for farmers, private veterinarians, and industry stakeholders, providing expert leadership to safeguard public health, consumer safety, and animal welfare.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Primarily office based you will complete administrative tasks related to animal health and compliance.
• Conduct farm visits and inspections as required.
• Manage and audit disease control programmes for enzootic and epizootic diseases.
• Ensure compliance with animal welfare and traceability requirements through inspections and enforcement.
• Support trade facilitation by certifying animals and products for export.
• Provide veterinary expertise across species such as pigs, sheep, and aquatics.
• Contribute to policy development in areas including disease surveillance, animal welfare, antimicrobial resistance, and trade facilitation.

Essential Requirements:

• MRCVS qualification or eligible
• Minimum of 1 yearsexperience of working with farmed animals and/...