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Veterinary Surgeon - Large Animal

Job in Carrickfergus, County Antrim, BT38, Northern Ireland, UK
Listing for: British Veterinary LGBT+
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-16
Job specializations:
  • Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
    Animal / Pet Care, Veterinary
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 47000 - 70000 GBP Yearly GBP 47000.00 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Summary

Are you a passionate and experienced Large Animal Veterinary Surgeon looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and dynamic environment? My client in County Antrim is seeking a dedicated professional to join their esteemed 5‑vet farm team. This is your chance to be part of a family‑oriented practice that values career progression and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

You will work alongside a team of seasoned experts, including certificate holders, who are eager to share their wealth of knowledge. The role encompasses a diverse range of responsibilities, from consultancy to herd health and fertility management. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of farms, ranging from 30 to 1100 cows, as well as sucklers, beef finishing, and sheep.

The out‑of‑hours rota is a manageable 1 in 6, ensuring a balanced work‑life schedule.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary ranging from £47,000 to £70,000 pro rata, depending on experience
  • Accommodation and a company van
  • Vet reward scheme
  • 6.6 weeks of paid holiday, including bank holidays
  • Enhanced company sick pay
  • £1,750 CPD allowance per annum and ample career progression opportunities
  • Health Shield coverage, paid RCVS membership, subscription to AVSPNI and VDS cover
  • Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay
  • Colleague engagement surveys and annual pay reviews
Qualifications

Please note you must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.

Contact

For more information or to apply contact Emma McGee on:
Phone:
Email:

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