Lead Veterinarian
4 days ago
Are you a passionate veterinarian ready to take your career to the next level? Auckland Council is seeking a Lead Veterinarian to oversee our veterinary services for Animal Management. This newly created role offers you the chance to lead a dedicated team of veterinary services staff, drive innovation in animal welfare practices, and make a meaningful impact across the community.
As the Lead Veterinarian, you'll spearhead clinical operations and council's new desexing campaign, set the highest standards of animal care, and provide expert veterinary services and advice. Your leadership will directly contribute to improving animal welfare, reducing unwanted litters, supporting council services, and enhancing community engagement.
This is a full-time fixed term role until March 2026. Location is in Henderson Animal Shelter.
You're an experienced veterinarian with a proven track record of leadership and clinical excellence. With at least 5 years of veterinary experience (including 2+ years in a leadership role), you have extensive expertise in surgeries and handling animals of various sizes and temperaments.
You are:
- A strong leader who can guide, support, and develop a high-performing team.
- A compassionate and patient professional, dedicated to providing exceptional animal care.
- Highly organised, with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- A confident communicator who can educate staff, engage with the community, and collaborate across teams.
- Degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent).
- Current registration with (or eligibility for) the Veterinary Council of New Zealand (VCNZ).
- Full New Zealand driver's licence.
Auckland Council serves over 1.6 million people, providing essential services and facilities that contribute to our vision of becoming a world-class city for Tāmaki Makaurau ratepayers and residents.
We proudly offer flexible working arrangements to help you achieve a healthy work/life balance. Additionally, you'll enjoy a variety of fantastic benefits as part of our team.
Joining Auckland Council means stepping into a role with purpose and impact. In addition to leading a talented team, you'll enjoy a rewarding career shaping the future of animal welfare across our four shelters, along with opportunities for professional development to grow as a leader and veterinarian.
Ready to make a difference?
Salary ranges from $140,000 and $164,000 plus KiwiSaver and benefits.
Applications close Sunday, 23 February 2025.
The role is deemed safety-sensitive and will require a pre-employment drug & alcohol test prior to offer.
Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.
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