Small Animal Veterinarian – Coastal Queensland (Gladstone Region), Australia
4 months ago 
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Salary
From AUD $100K
Company
JR Veterinary
Contact
Janko Salzwedel
Queensland, Australia
Full-Time or Part-Time | Supportive Team | Visa Options Available
Ready to trade in city stress for sea breezes and sunshine?
We’re looking for a small animal vet to join a close-knit, upbeat team on Queensland’s beautiful coastline. If you’re craving a better work-life balance, a fulfilling caseload, and a genuinely supportive clinic culture – this could be your next big move.
✈️ International Vets Welcome!
Flexible visa sponsorship, including:
- Working Holiday Visas (6 months initially, extendable to 12 months)
- Longer-term visa options for those looking to stay
- Relocation assistance and a warm Aussie welcome!
🌟 Why You'll Love It Here
- Community-focused clinic with loyal, friendly clients
- Modern facilities including 2 surgical suites, digital x-ray, ultrasound & in-house pathology
- Skilled nursing team that makes your day flow with less stress
- Real lunch breaks and a team culture built on collaboration, kindness, and the occasional cupcake
- Flexible schedule: Full-time (38 hours/week) with one weekday off, or part-time by arrangement
- After-hours work is shared and well-supported — and there’s no random overnight callouts thanks to our vet triage system
🐾 What You'll Be Doing
- A varied, rewarding small animal caseload — from consults and vaccinations to soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery
- Building meaningful client relationships in a town where you’ll truly feel part of the community
- Collaborating with a team that has your back and encourages continued learning
- Taking time to enjoy life outside the clinic in a region perfect for fishing, hiking, 4WD, or beach days
💼 What's on Offer
- Salary starting from AUD $100K+, based on experience
- After-hours bonuses of $10K–$15K/year
- Paid CPD leave and generous CE allowance
- VSB registration and memberships supported
- Mental health support, paid “Wellness Day” leave, and dedicated lunch breaks
- Additional leave benefits: 5 days volunteer leave and paid parental leave
- Opportunities for future leadership roles
- Discounts on travel, retail, pet care, and more
- Career growth options within a large national vet network
🧑⚕️ Who We're Looking For
- A qualified vet with 2+ years’ experience
- Confident in general practice and keen to contribute to a vibrant team
- Someone who values teamwork, loves what they do, and brings a positive attitude
- Open to relocating and immersing in a welcoming local community
🌞 Whether you're looking for a long-term lifestyle change or a short-term Australian adventure, we can help make it happen.
📞 Call us on 01392 719887
📧 Or send your CV to [email protected]
Tel: 01392719887
Address:
Queensland, Australia