Veterinary Consultant (mackinnon Project)

University of Melbourne

Base: $146,049 - $151,951 py; bonus/equity: not sp...
Registered veterinarian with 3+ years experience
Ruminant livestock clinical practice
Whole farm consultancy delivery
This role offers the opportunity to provide high-level whole farm consultancy and clinical veterinary services to leading livestock producers

Job Summary

  • This role offers the opportunity to provide high-level whole farm consultancy and clinical veterinary services to leading livestock producers.
  • The position includes mentoring residents and early career consultants while contributing to the training of Doctor of Veterinary Medicine students.
  • Candidates will receive a comprehensive benefits package including 17% superannuation, salary packaging, and access to professional development programs.

Matching Summary

This role offers the opportunity to provide high-level whole farm consultancy and clinical veterinary services to leading livestock producers.

Salary

Base: $146,049 - $151,951 p.a.; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 17% superannuation plus salary packaging and health programs

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Registered veterinarian with 3+ years experience
  • Ruminant livestock clinical practice
  • Whole farm consultancy delivery
  • Sheep and beef cattle expertise
  • Flexible weekend and urgent case availability
  • Manual handling and animal restraint capability

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication skills for farmers
  • Commitment to mentoring future vets
  • Experience with agribusiness clients
  • Willingness to pursue continuous development

Key Requirements

  • Current valid work rights for Australia
  • Registration as a veterinarian
  • Minimum three years agricultural consultancy experience
  • Clinical experience with sheep and beef cattle
  • Working with Children Check required

Work Rights

Must have current valid work rights for Australia

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