Official Veterinarian - Exports

British Veterinary Association; Strathaven; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable veterinary practice in Strathaven is seeking a proactive Official Veterinarian to join their Export OV team. This unique role involves delivering export health certification services across central Scotland, with comprehensive training and development provided. The ideal candidate will possess an MRCVS qualification and demonstrate strong decision-making and communication skills. The position offers excellent work-life balance, generous leave, and development opportunities.

Benefits

6.8 weeks annual leave

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Pawsome Benefits discount program

Qualifications

• Confident in decision-making.
• Highly organised and detail-focused.
• Ability to work collaboratively on-site.

Responsibilities

• Deliver export health certification for various animal products.
• Collaborate with logistics and customs partners.
• Ensure compliance with documentation processes.

Skills

Decision-making

Organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Education

MRCVS qualification

Job description

Find Your Future in Veterinary Export Certification

Avondale Veterinary Group are expanding our dedicated Export OV team and we're looking for a proactive Official Veterinarian to join us in delivering high-quality certification services across central Scotland. This is a 100% export-focused role, offering a unique opportunity to specialise in an important and growing area of veterinary work - with full training and development provided.

You’ll be responsible for export health certification across a broad range of products of animal origin - from live shellfish and fishery products to dairy, meat, composite goods, and equines not intended for slaughter. Working closely with logistics and customs partners, you’ll ensure smooth and compliant export processes while supporting accurate and timely documentation.

OCQ(V)-PX is preferred, but funding is available if needed, along with full onboarding support.

Hours & Rota

• 40 hours per week across 5 days
• Typically 12:00-20:00 shifts (some variation based on workload)
• Weekend work on a 2 in 3 rota, with days off scheduled within the same week
• No out-of-hours or on-call

About You

You’ll be confident in decision-making, highly organised and detail-focused, with strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively on-site. Previous certification experience is beneficial but not essential - passion for compliance, accuracy and animal product safety is what matters most.

MRCVS qualification is required.

About Avondale Veterinary Group

Based in Strathaven, we’re a well-established 23‑vet mixed practice with a specialist OV team of 5. We provide a fast, efficient and trusted certification service for export hubs across Glasgow and Lanarkshire. We’re proud of our strong industry partnerships, supportive team culture, and investment in ongoing professional development.

Strathaven offers an excellent work‑life balance - a friendly rural town with beautiful countryside and great transport links to Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do.

Work‑life balance

• 6.8 weeks annual leave
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non‑accidental injury support

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Additional

• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers
• Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care