Senior Staff Veterinarian (Dairy Farming)

شركة المراعي; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dairy producer in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Staff Veterinarian to enhance the health and welfare of their dairy herd. The role involves diagnosing health issues, providing veterinary services, and training farm staff. Candidates should have a veterinary degree and at least 7 years of experience with large dairy herds. The position offers a competitive package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive package

Generous leave

Medical coverage

Discretionary bonus

Training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience with large dairy herds.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve animal health and breeding issues.
• Provide scheduled reproduction palpation services across farm sites.
• Deliver 24-hour emergency veterinary support as required.
• Analyze and report health and breeding data regularly.
• Conduct training sessions for farm staff on animal health and breeding.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of dairy cattle veterinary care

Excellent problem-solving and data analysis skills

Effective communication and interpersonal abilities

Ability to work in physically demanding outdoor environments

Willingness to work long hours

Education

Veterinary Degree

Job description

Senior Staff Veterinarian (Dairy Farming), Al, Kharj, Saudi Arabia

The Company:

Almarai is the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy and the region’s largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai Company is ranked as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and is a market leader in all its categories across the GCC. Almarai currently employs over 40,000 employees servicing some 220,000 retail outlets across GCC, Egypt and Jordan and has reported net income of SAR 2.31 Billion on sales of SAR 20.97 Billion in 2024. For more details, please visit our website –www.almarai.com.

An aggressive expansion program together with acquisitions in new vertical markets have created an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic multinational team dedicated to furthering growth plans for the group.

About the Role:

Senior Staff Veterinarian will be responsible to maximise the productivity, health and welfare of the Almarai Herd by the implementation of herd health programs and provision of veterinary services.

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve animal health and breeding issues.
• Provide scheduled reproduction palpation services across farm sites.
• Deliver 24-hour emergency veterinary support as required
• Analyze and report health and breeding data regularly.
• Conduct training sessions for farm staff on animal health and breeding.
• Perform surgical procedures and post-mortem examinations as needed.
• Administer Brucellosis vaccinations and support FMD policy implementation.
• Liaise with the Ministry of Agriculture and other veterinary bodies.

Qualifications:

• Should hold a Veterinary Degree to be eligible work as Veterinary Surgeon in KSA
• Minimum 7 years of experience with large dairy herds.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong technical knowledge of dairy cattle veterinary care.
• Excellent problem-solving and data analysis skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Willingness to work long hours, including off-duty and emergency shifts.
• Ability to work in physically demanding outdoor environments.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability in a diverse workplace.
• Computer literacy.

Almarai offers a competitive package, generous leave, medical coverage, discretionary bonus, training, and development etc.

This is a great opportunity to join a successful and expanding global business, offering an excellent remuneration and benefits package.