Veterinary Surgeon - Large Animal

The Oak Veterinary Group; Haverfordwest; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary group in Wales is seeking a Farm Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly team. The role focuses on providing comprehensive care to large animals and includes responsibilities such as routine fertility work, farm health planning, and emergency care. You will join a supportive multi-site team, enjoy work-life balance, and receive substantial CPD funding. The group offers 6.6 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and private medical insurance, aiming to create a satisfying work environment for individuals and families.

Benefits

6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

£1,250 CPD allowance plus paid CPD

Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay

24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes

Qualifications

• Confident and compassionate large-animal vet.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships with farmers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine fertility work including scanning and reproductive checks.
• Plan herd and flock health.
• Handle farm emergency work.
• Provide youngstock and preventative medicine.
• Develop interests in LAM surgery, mobility, and flock health.
• Work across three large-animal sites as part of a team.
• Participate in shared out-of-hours rota with colleagues.

Job description

Farm Veterinary Surgeon

The Oak Veterinary Group, Haverfordwest

Salary up to £70,000 DOE

We are proud to be shaping the future of large animal veterinary care in West Wales. Our three practices are working together in a more connected way than ever before – sharing knowledge, skills, and resources, while keeping each practice’s unique identity at the heart of what we do. This innovation in how we operate allows us to deliver outstanding, consistent support to our farmers. Our practices are based in West Wales, offering a relaxed coastal lifestyle with great outdoor activities, affordable living, and a community feel, perfect for individuals, couples, or families.

Join our supportive multi-site team

We are looking for a motivated and team-focused Large Animal Vet to join our well-established group of practices covering the beautiful West Wales area. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a strengthened, supportive large-animal service across Priory Vets, Steffan Vets, and The Oak Veterinary Group. For further support you’ll have access to IVC Evidensia’s farm-support network, knowledge groups, and clinical resources.

The Role

• Routine fertility work including scanning and repro checks
• Herd and flock health planning
• Farm emergency work
• Youngstock and preventative medicine
• Opportunity to develop interests (LAM surgery, mobility, flock health, calf health, etc.)
• Working across the three large-animal sites as part of a joined-up team
• Shared OOH rota with strong support from experienced colleagues

What We’re Looking For

• A confident and compassionate large-animal vet
• Someone who values teamwork and communication
• Ability to build strong relationships with farmers

You Matter to Us - Your Benefits at a Glance

Work-life Balance & Wellbeing

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD
• Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources
• World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.

Salary Up To £70,000 FTE DOE