Technical Support Manager - Farm Animals

Virbac Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An international animal health company in South Africa is seeking a qualified Veterinary professional with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science and at least 5 years of clinical mixed practice experience. The role requires expertise in livestock and companion animal diseases, strong communication skills, and fluency in English and Afrikaans. Candidates should demonstrate adaptability, teamwork, and analytical skills. This position promotes professional development and a balanced work-life environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in clinical mixed practice in animal health.
• Experience with farm animals is essential.
• Registered with The South African Veterinary Council.

Skills

Diagnosis and management of livestock diseases

Knowledge of animal trial work

Fluency in English and Afrikaans

Excellent communication skills

Customer focus

Problem analysis

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Veterinary Science

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Experiencing together a unique human adventure Animal health is key to the health of the planet.

Working at Virbac means taking part in a unique human adventure in which the engagement of each individual contributes to its evolution.

Encouraging internal mobility between positions and countries, offering individual development plans and building a partnership based on trust between managers and employees are as many perspectives of motivation for our teams.

We also offer them a work environment conducive to exploring new territories and balancing their professional and personal lives.

Finally, fostering their engagement to animal health also means listening to them and helping them to acquire new skills, preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow and encouraging them to contribute to an ever more responsible approach to our business.

Requirements

Bachelor of Veterinary Science and registered with The South African Veterinary Council* At least 5 years or more in Clinical mixed practice and in animal health & / or Veterinary Pharmaceuticals.

Experience with farm animals is essential.

Know How

Job related skills required to complete activities : Good knowledge of the diagnosis and management of livestock and companion animal diseases (including Virbac and competitor products), and a good understanding of South African livestock production systems and / or companion animal veterinary practice.

• Sound understanding of the regulatory environment in which animal health products are used.
• Good knowledge of requirements and responsibilities involved when undertaking effective animal trial work.
• Ability to work with a wide range of customers and stakeholders, with excellent skills in adjusting communications to suit the environment.
• Excellent knowledge of MS office suite of programmes; understanding of basic statistical concepts; mastery of web resources including APVMA website, industry and technical websites and literature search engines.
• Fluent in colloquial and technical English and Afrikaans, including good understanding of terminology used in companion animal veterinary practice and / or livestock production.
• Analyse problems and situations.
• Knowledge of production animal systems / products.
• Demonstrate the ability to anticipate and plan.
• Demonstrate drive and results orientated.
• Demonstrate customer focus.
• Demonstrate team work and cross functional cooperation.
• Communicate effectively.
• Influence and persuade others to get own ideas accepted.
• Negotiating.
• Analyse and build relationships.
• Dynamism.
• Enthusiasm.
• Scientific curiosity.
• Design / implement / manage trials.
• Analytical / reporting.
• Critical thinking.
• Time management.
• Public speaking.
• Project / time management.
• Adaptable.
• Open to learn new skills.
• Work under pressure / handle stress.
• Meet deadlines, possess \"make it happen\" attitude and can handle difficult situations.
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