Senior Dairy Veterinarian: On‑Farm Growth & Impact

Vet NZ Ltd; Winton; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

VetSouth is seeking a Senior Dairy Veterinarian to join our Winton, Southland team. The role focuses on hands-on production animal work, including scanning, calving and herd health, while building trusted relationships with local dairy farmers.

You will contribute to reproductive, mastitis, lameness and on-farm health planning, collaborating with a close-knit team to support farm clients throughout the season.

Qualifications

• BVSc (or equivalent) + eligible for NZ registration.
• 3+ years' production animal experience.
• Confident communicating with farmers and working as part of a close team.
• Someone who adds to the culture, not just the roster.
• Hungry to learn and grow.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on production animal work including scanning, calving, farm visits and herd health.
• Develop and maintain client relationships as a trusted advisor to progressive dairy farmers.
• Cover reproduction, mastitis, lameness, animal health planning and on-farm problem solving.

Skills

Production animal experience

Farm communication

Team player

NZ registration eligible

Education

BVSc or equivalent

Job description

VetSouth is seeking a Senior Dairy Veterinarian to join our Winton, Southland team. The role focuses on hands-on production animal work, including scanning, calving and herd health, while building trusted relationships with local dairy farmers.

You will contribute to reproductive, mastitis, lameness and on-farm health planning, collaborating with a close-knit team to support farm clients throughout the season.