Looking for a leadership role where you can focus on mentoring, clinical standards, and team culture without the burden of after-hours and on-call work?

We're working with two well-established and highly respected veterinary clinics in Brisbane's western suburbs that are seeking an experienced Lead Veterinarian to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior veterinarian who enjoys leading by example, supporting colleagues, and helping shape a positive clinic culture while still remaining actively involved in medicine and surgery.

The Role

This position is split across two established clinics, with:

• 2 days per week at one clinic

• 2 days per week at the second clinic

• Sole charge every 1 in 4 weekends

• No after-hours

• No on-call responsibilities

You'll be stepping into a leadership role within a supportive and collaborative environment, working alongside experienced veterinarians and nurses who genuinely enjoy what they do.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Both clinics have deep roots within their local communities and have built loyal client bases through high-quality patient care, strong client relationships, and long-standing team cultures.

The teams pride themselves on creating welcoming, supportive workplaces where people stay for the long term and where collaboration is valued over hierarchy.

This is a role for someone who wants to lead a team, not manage from behind a desk.

Facilities & Equipment

You'll have access to modern equipment including:

• Digital radiography

• Dental radiography

• Ultrasound

• In-house laboratory

• Modern dental equipment

• Well-equipped surgical facilities

The clinics encourage thorough case workups and support veterinarians in delivering gold-standard care.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing exceptional patient care and clinical leadership

• Supporting and mentoring veterinary colleagues

• Leading by example within a collaborative team environment

• Maintaining high clinical standards across both clinics

• Building and strengthening client relationships

• Assisting with team development and clinic culture

• Managing a varied caseload across medicine and surgery

About You

This opportunity would suit an experienced Senior Veterinarian who is ready to take ownership of a leadership position and help guide a team while continuing to enjoy hands-on clinical work.

You will:

• Hold a BVSc or equivalent and be eligible for registration in Australia

• Have at least 5 years of clinical experience

• Possess previous leadership experience or demonstrate strong leadership capability

• Enjoy both consulting and surgery

• Be passionate about mentoring and supporting colleagues

• Have excellent communication and relationship-building skills

• Be committed to delivering gold-standard patient and client care

• Bring a positive and collaborative approach to team culture

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary package above award rates

• Annual performance and salary reviews

• Generous CPD support

• Access to workshops, conferences, and ongoing professional development

• Supportive leadership team

• Strong focus on wellbeing and workplace culture

• Opportunity to make a genuine impact within two established clinics

Why Consider This Role?

Leadership positions often come with increasing administrative responsibilities and less time doing what you enjoy most.

This opportunity offers the chance to remain clinically engaged while leading a supportive team, influencing clinic culture, and helping develop the next generation of veterinarians within a genuinely collaborative environment.

For a confidential discussion, contact:

Heidi O'Connor
Principal Consultant
Global Veterinary Careers
📧 heidi.oconnor@gvcvets.com
📞 0426 957 024