Senior Veterinary Surgeon
Full Time, Geelong, Victoria

Why Move to Australia as a UK Senior Veterinary Surgeon?
For experienced UK veterinarians, Australia offers the chance to step into senior or leadership roles sooner, with excellent earning potential and a far healthier work-life balance. Clinical standards and practice styles are closely aligned with the UK, making the transition straightforward, while strong demand for senior vets means genuine autonomy, influence, and career progression. Outside of work, Australia delivers on lifestyle and Geelong in particular offers coastal living, vibrant food and culture, easy access to beaches and the Great Ocean Road, and is just an hour from Melbourne. For eligible candidates, visa sponsorship and relocation support make the move both achievable and rewarding.

The Clinic

This family-owned small animal clinic in Geelong combines a supportive, welcoming environment with a busy and diverse caseload. The clinic benefits from a high level of local foot traffic and easy parking for both clients and staff.

Operates Monday to Friday, 9am5pm, and every 2nd Saturday 9am1pmFully staffed nursing team with over 30 years of combined experienceStrong interest in emergency and preventative medicineSpacious reception and waiting areaTwo consult rooms and a sterile operating theatreDigital X-ray and in-house pathologyRegular visits from medical and surgical specialistsClose collaboration with nearby hospitals for referrals and overnight careThe clinic sees a wide variety of patients including dogs, cats, and exotic species, offering opportunities to grow clinical skills and take on new challenges.

The Role
We're looking for a motivated and ambitious Senior Veterinarian to lead from the front, balancing hands-on veterinary care with team leadership and helping shape clinic operations.

Key responsibilities include:
Delivering exceptional general practice medicine consults, surgeries, dental care, diagnostics, and emergency careActing as the go-to clinical expert mentoring colleagues, coaching best practice, and keeping skills up to dateStrengthening client relationships ensuring every pet owner feels confident and supportedAssisting with team leadership guiding vets, nurses, and students while fostering a positive, engaged clinic cultureSupporting clinic operations contributing to budgets, stock management, rostering, and overall clinic performance

About You
Veterinary degree 5+ years' experience as a veterinarianStrong leadership skills with a collaborative, approachable styleAmbition to grow a successful clinicCommitted to high standards of clinical care and a positive team culture