Full-Time Veterinary Nurse – Tauranga

3 days ago


Welcome Bay, New Zealand Welcome Bay Vets Limited Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year

Join our friendly, family-owned companion animal clinic and enjoy 3-day weekends

We're a family-owned, independent veterinary clinic based in beautiful Tauranga, and we're looking for a compassionate Veterinary Nurse to join our close-knit team.

We are a 2.5 full-time-equivalent-vet clinic, we're a supportive group of passionate animal lovers who take pride in providing excellent patient and client care — and we have fun doing it

What we offer:

  • 35+ hours per week in a full-time, permanent role
  • 4-day week, plus every second Saturday morning – enjoy a 3-day weekend every fortnight
  • A fun, friendly, and genuinely supportive team — no corporate pressure here
  • Owners working on-site who care deeply about staff wellbeing and development
  • A chance to be part of our exciting growth phase as we upgrade our systems and continue improving how we care for our patients and clients

What we're looking for:

You're a kind and compassionate vet nurse (experience is an advantage) who brings:

  • Empathy, kindness, and honesty in every interaction
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to connect with clients and teammates alike
  • A calm, can-do attitude and great time management — especially when things get busy
  • Flexibility and confidence to think on your feet
  • A strong work ethic and passion for excellent patient care

We're proud of our tight-knit, positive culture, where everyone is valued and supported. If you're looking to be part of a dynamic, caring team that still feels like family, we'd love to hear from you.

Location: Tauranga

Hours: Full-time (35+ hours per week)

Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter telling us why you'd be a great fit


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