Veterinary Nurse

Make a Real Difference | Join Our Team in Havelock North
About the Role

Are you passionate about animals and love creating exceptional experiences for pet parents? Join our warm and supportive team in beautiful Havelock North as a Veterinary Nurse & Customer Care superstar.

This part-time role (25 hours per week with a rotating 1:3 Saturday clinic) offers a unique opportunity to combine clinical nursing skills with customer-facing responsibilities, supporting both the wellbeing of our patients and the smooth running of our busy clinic. This is a split of approximately 2/3 customer care and 1/3 nursing.

You'll play a key role in supporting the wellbeing of our patients while ensuring the smooth running of our busy clinic. You'll be joining a proactive and caring team that values collaboration, growth, and compassion - not just for animals, but for each other too.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be the friendly face that welcomes clients and their pets, creating a warm and caring first impression.
• Keep things running smoothly by managing appointments, calls, emails, and digital communications with efficiency and empathy.
• Support our vets in delivering outstanding care — assisting with surgical procedures, anaesthesia, and patient recovery.
• Help keep the clinic humming by maintaining accurate records, managing stock, and ensuring everything is ready for the day ahead.
• Guide and educate pet parents on treatment plans, post-care, and nutrition, while confidently recommending products that support their pets' wellbeing.

Benefits

• Need someone to talk to? Our employee assistance programme through Vitae has got your back, anytime.
• Feeling stuck? Let's chat about your future in our 6-month development review.
• Dream big We're here to support your career goals and help create a better you.
• Never stop learning Dive into CPD and self-education opportunities on us.
• Your wellbeing, your way – that's what our Connected Lives programme is all about.
• Earn what you're worth with our competitive remuneration packages.
• Future you, will thank present you for that 3% KiwiSaver contribution we're making.
• Unlock amazing discounts on animal care services and products just for being part of our team through our Teamfirst programme.
• Flu season? Not for you? We've got your annual jab sorted.
• Birthday pancakes in bed? Absolutely Enjoy that extra paid day off.
• Stick with us and earn some serious time off with long service leave.
• New addition to the family? Enjoy extra parental leave top-ups.
• Not the primary caregiver? We've still got paid leave for you.
• Need to juggle work and life? Our flexible arrangements have you covered.

Skills and Experience

We're looking for someone who's as passionate about animals as we are and brings:

• New Zealand working rights.
• A Diploma of Veterinary Nursing or currently studying to complete the Diploma
• Whether you're newly qualified or bringing experience with you, we'd love to hear from you.
• An interest or confidence in anaesthesia and patient monitoring, with a willingness to learn and grow in these areas.
• Great communication skills, helping you collaborate well with your team and explain care plans clearly to pet parents.
• A shared passion for providing top-quality care and strengthening the connection between pets and the people who love them.

About Petfirst Veterinary

At Petfirst Veterinary, we're a community of animal lovers committed to making a positive impact. As a 100% Kiwi-owned business, our reach spans across New Zealand, but our heart is in our people.

With cutting-edge tools and technology at your disposal, you'll work in a supportive environment where you can thrive, follow your passion, and build a meaningful career. Whether it's helping animals, supporting humans, or growing with your colleagues, you'll find your place here.

How to apply

There's never been a better time to take the next step in your career Click APPLY or contact Hayley (Clinic Coordinator) on for a confidential discussion.

After you apply through SEEK, one of our friendly team members will be in touch via email to update you on your progress in the recruitment process. Please note that shortlisting and interviews will take place during the advertising period.

We're excited to meet you and discover how you can make a difference in our Havelock North clinic

Applications Close: Tuesday, 11 November 2025

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