Mixed Practice Veterinarian – Western Victoria

Full-time | New Graduates & Experienced Vets Welcome

Looking for a veterinary role where you love your work and your lifestyle? Join a supportive, down-to-earth team in beautiful Western Victoria and enjoy a balanced, rewarding career with variety, flexibility, and strong professional support.

Why Join Us?

We’re a family-friendly, privately-owned mixed practice with 35+ years serving our community and an exciting future ahead. In April 2026, we move into a brand-new, purpose-built facility featuring:

• Separate dog & cat waiting areas

• Dedicated dental suite

• Modern equipment to support high-quality care

You’ll work alongside 4 experienced veterinarians, visiting specialists, and a collaborative team focused on mentorship, wellbeing, and continuous development.

The Role

A diverse, engaging caseload in a relaxed, flexible environment:

• 70% Small Animal | 30% Large Animal

• Large animal work includes beef cattle, sheep, equine, and occasional goats/alpacas

• Opportunities to pursue or develop skills in: surgery, production animal work, and more

Small Animal Work: routine procedures, trauma & wound repair, abdominal surgery, emergency C-sections, orthopaedics.
Large Animal Work: herd health, lameness, calvings, ram vasectomies, disease investigations, colics, wound management, and varied fieldwork.

What We Offer

• $80,000 – $170,000 (depending on experience)

• Generous CPD allowance + 1 week conference leave

• 1 in 8 weekends on call (triage support provided) & 1 Saturday morning in 4 (9am – 12pm)

• 4 weeks paid annual leave + additional unpaid leave encouraged

• Strong focus on career growth, wellbeing & mentorship

• Supportive, relaxed, genuinely team-focused culture

Lifestyle & Location – Ararat, Western Victoria

Enjoy country living without missing out on convenience:

• At the foot of the Grampians

• 2 hours from Melbourne, 1.5 hours from the coast, 5 hours from ski fields

• Minutes from wineries, pubs, and outdoor adventures

This role is perfect for veterinarians seeking professional fulfilment, career growth, and a fantastic life outside the clinic.

Who We’re Looking For

• New graduates, recent grads, or experienced veterinarians

• Team players who enjoy variety and learning

• Interest in surgery or production animal work highly regarded

Contact: Kieron at GVC
📱 0426 956 621
✉️ Kieron.wineberg@gvcvets.com