Large Animal Veterinary Surgeon – New Graduates - 35K - 60K

Large Animal Veterinary Surgeon – New Graduates

Ireland | Mixed & Farm Practices

The Vet Office is working with several well-established large animal and mixed veterinary practices across Ireland that are actively looking to welcome new graduate veterinary surgeons with an interest in farm and production animal medicine.

This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified vets who want to build strong clinical foundations, gain confidence in farm work, and develop their career in a supportive and structured environment.

The Role

• Large animal / farm animal veterinary work (cattle, sheep, some mixed exposure depending on the practice)

• First-opinion clinical work with progressive responsibility

• Exposure to herd health, fertility, lameness, medicine, and routine procedures

• On-call duties with full backup and mentoring

• Roles available across different regions of Ireland

Support for New Graduates

• Excellent graduate support and mentoring

• Senior vets always available for guidance

• Structured induction and gradual increase in responsibility

• Strong focus on learning, confidence building, and retention

• Friendly, close-knit teams used to supporting new grads

CPD & Development

• CPD actively encouraged and supported

• Paid CPD allowance

• Opportunities to develop special interests over time

• Long-term career progression within the practice or group

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range: €35,000 – €60,000 DOE

• Paid CPD and professional fees

• Vehicle provided or mileage covered (practice dependent)

• Work permits and relocation support available for eligible candidates

• Stable rotas and realistic workloads

Requirements

• EU Veterinary Degree

• Veterinary degree recognised in Ireland

• Eligible (or in process) for VCI registration

• Interest in large animal / farm practice

• Good communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude

• New graduates very welcome