Veterinarian – SPCA Dunedin
You became a vet because you wanted to make a difference. Not just consult after consult, routine appointments, and ticking through the day, but work that genuinely changes the lives of animals.

You’re compassionate, capable, and calm under pressure. You enjoy the challenge of varied cases, and you care deeply about animal welfare. You might thrive in surgery, enjoy medical case management, or simply love the idea that no two days look exactly the same. One moment you could be performing surgery, the next supporting an animal on its journey to recovery, helping a vulnerable animal get a second chance, or contributing to wider animal welfare outcomes.

You’re the type of person who wants purpose alongside your profession. You want to work somewhere your skills matter and where the impact of your work is visible every day.

At SPCA, every animal has a story, and every member of our team helps create better outcomes. That’s why we’re looking for a compassionate and skilled Veterinarian to join our Dunedin Centre team.

ABOUT US
The SPCA helps protect over 30,000 animals every year. By rescuing, rehabilitating, sheltering and advocating for animals, we are directly improving their lives. Our Animal Services teams run our 28 Centres, from Kerikeri to Invercargill and they are essential in us being able to do the work we do.
 
ABOUT THE ROLE
This Veterinarian position is part of our Dunedin Centre team.

• Permanent Part Time Position
• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

This is a varied and rewarding role where your work goes far beyond standard clinical practice. You'll provide high-quality veterinary care to animals in SPCA care while working alongside an experienced and passionate team of veterinary professionals and animal care staff.

You'll have the opportunity to build your skills across shelter medicine and work with a broad range of cases and animals, all while making a direct impact on animal welfare.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality care alongside a veterinary nurse for animals in SPCA’s care.
• Work independently, with support from our Head Vet when needed.
• Perform routine and non-routine surgeries, including desexing procedures, dentistry, amputations, entropion and enucleation surgeries.
• Handle a variety of animals (domestic, un-socialised, and wildlife).
• Adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment while prioritising both animal welfare.
• Align with SPCA’s values, demonstrating empathy in all interactions.
• Build strong relationships with staff, volunteers, stakeholders, and suppliers.

You will also bring:

• A full veterinary qualification with current professional registration.
• Proven experience in companion animal clinical practice with confidence managing cases independently
• Experience performing routine and non-routine surgical procedures
• Competence with computer systems; experience with Ezyvet is a plus.
• Experience or understanding of shelter medicine (preferred but not essential).
• Ideally, experience in high-volume spay/neuter programmes.
• Skilled at managing a large case load.

Want more details? Click here to view the position description.

SPCA PURRRKS
At SPCA New Zealand, working with purpose is just the beginning. Here’s what we offer:

• Enjoy a paid day off for your Birthday, it’s our way of celebrating you!
• Up to $2,000 in Continuing Professional Development expenses reimbursed.
• 5 days of CPD leave per year (pro-rated based on hours worked).
• Reimbursement or payment of annual VIN, APC, and NZVA membership fees (after commencement).
• Exclusive discounts and benefits, including pet insurance and retail offers.
• Access to 24/7 confidential wellness support.
• Expand your skills in shelter medicine while making a direct impact on the welfare of animals

HOW TO APPLY
To help us change the lives of animals across New Zealand click Apply now and tell us why you’re the right fit. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply now to avoid missing out!

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All candidates must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.