Join a forward-thinking large animal veterinary team in New Zealand’s Waikato region and take the next step in your dairy career.
Vetlink is recruiting for an experienced Large Animal Dairy Veterinarian to join a progressive and collaborative practice committed to supporting farmers through innovation, strong relationships and high-quality veterinary care.
This full-time role offers a varied and rewarding caseload with a strong focus on proactive herd health and farm performance. You will work closely with engaged and progressive dairy clients who value long-term partnerships and collaborative problem solving. The role extends beyond traditional veterinary work, with opportunities to contribute through herd health planning, consulting conversations, diagnostics, reproductive work and helping clients achieve their farm goals.
The employer has developed a genuinely proactive approach to dairy veterinary services, creating meaningful on-farm partnerships and embracing innovation to support both veterinarians and clients. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and agritech tools designed to provide real-time insights and streamline animal health planning. If you have an interest in consultancy, business development, leadership or emerging technologies, there is scope to shape your role and pursue your passions.
This position would suit a veterinarian with at least four years of dairy-focused large animal experience who enjoys building relationships, mentoring others and contributing ideas. Leadership opportunities exist for the right candidate, with potential to support junior team members and help shape future direction within the practice.
The employer is committed to supporting both professional and personal growth through regular development reviews, CPD and self-education opportunities, wellbeing initiatives, flexible working arrangements and ongoing career support. Additional benefits include KiwiSaver contributions, employee assistance support, parental leave top-ups, long service leave and staff discounts.
Located in New Zealand’s Waikato region, this area sits in the heart of dairy country and offers an outstanding lifestyle for large animal veterinarians. Surrounded by productive farmland and welcoming rural communities, the region combines a strong agricultural focus with excellent lifestyle appeal. You will enjoy access to local sporting clubs, cafés, outdoor activities and open spaces, while both coastlines and mountain adventures are within easy reach. Larger centres are nearby, creating an ideal balance between rewarding rural practice and a relaxed way of life.
