Advance Your Career in Production Animal Health - Join a dynamic team where you’ll develop expertise in herd and flock disease investigation and management. Whether you're an experienced vet or a new graduate with a passion for production animals, we would love to hear from you! You’ll benefit from strong internal support, professional networking opportunities, and ongoing career development to help you thrive.

• Ongoing Full Time role in Griffith
• Temporary Full Time in Narrandera (up to 20 July 2026)
• Annual salary up to $141,207pa + super (dependent on experience)
• Great work life balance, with access to The Welcome Experience
• 5 weeks annual leave as standard holidays
• Annual AVA and Special Interest Groups membership and annual District Veterinary Conference attendance paid for

Join Our Passionate Team

Riverina Local Land Services (LLS) is looking for qualified veterinarians ready to make a real impact in regional animal health and biosecurity. As a District Veterinarian, you'll work alongside a dedicated and experienced team of vets and Biosecurity Officers, conducting field-based disease investigations and collaborating with landholders and industry to strengthen prevention, preparedness, detection, and response to animal disease and welfare issues.

You’ll enjoy a mix of office-based and hands-on field work—so being adaptable, and comfortable working outdoors in all conditions is essential. At LLS, we value teamwork and collaboration, and pride ourselves on delivering high-quality service to our clients and communities.

Why is this the job for you?

• A great role for both experienced vets and new graduates interested in production animals.
• For new graduates, it’s an ideal chance to consolidate your farm diagnostic skills while working with landholders and an experienced team of District Vets.
• Build expertise in herd and flock disease investigation and management, with strong internal support and mentoring.
• Develop experience across areas like biosecurity, animal health, and emergency management, as well as your own production animal interests.
• Join a friendly rural community and a professional team.
• Grow your communication and extension skills through podcasts, webinars, and workshops.
• Enjoy flexible, family-friendly working conditions.
• We offer an attractive salary with generous ongoing training opportunities for professional development and progression, as well as:
  • Professional membership with the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) — stay connected with industry standards, resources, and a national network of peers.
  • Annual access to the District Veterinarians Conference, supporting your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and offering valuable networking and learning opportunities.

Essential Requirements

• A degree in Veterinary Science registrable in NSW, are (or can be) registered with the NSW Veterinary Practitioners Board, and
• A current NSW Driver Licence, with the capacity and willingness to travel throughout the region as required.

How to Apply

We’re keen to hear from both graduate and experienced veterinarians. Please apply by submitting your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why being a District Veterinarian with LLS is for you.

Closing Date: Sunday 20 July 2025 at 11:55pm

For more information about this role, please contact Kelsey Sibley, A/ Team Leader Animal Biosecurity & Welfare on 0499546389 or at kelsey.sibley@lls.nsw.gov.au

You can also review the Role Description.

What to Expect Next

After applying:

• You’ll receive a confirmation email
• We’ll review all applications once the ad closes
• If shortlisted, you may be invited to interview (in person or Microsoft Teams video)
• Further assessments will follow (e.g. writing task, skills test, psychometric test)
• Reference checks will be completed for final candidates
• The preferred candidate for this role may be required to undergo reference checks, a national police check, bankruptcy check, health assessment and/or other assessments as required
• A talent pool may be created for ongoing and temporary roles of the same type that may arise within the next 18 months

About us – together, we are DPIRD

The New South Wales Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) protects, supports and develops primary industries and regional economies.

Collectively we support strong and sustainable agriculture, forestry, fishing and mining industries, and regional economies. We actively manage our natural assets: our lands and soils, minerals, waterways and oceans, vegetation and forests.

The department brings together:

• Local Land Services
• NSW Resources
• Agriculture and Biosecurity
• Fisheries and Forestry
• Regional Development and Delivery.

We have skilled and dedicated teams working in 200 locations across regional NSW. With nearly 5,000 employees, and 75 per cent of the DPIRD team living and working in regional NSW, we are embedded in the regions we serve.

Learn more about the benefits of joining our diverse and talented DPIRD team.

At DPIRD, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – including, but not limited to, gender, age, ethnicity, cultural heritage, disability, religion and sexual orientation.

DPIRD is a proud Disability Confident Recruiter and Family Inclusive Employer. 
We are committed to ensuring every stage of the recruitment process is accessible and free from barriers. If you require adjustments or information in an alternative format to participate, please contact talent.advisory@dpird.nsw.gov.au or the hiring manager listed for a confidential discussion.

We also understand that work is just one part of life. Our Family Inclusive Employer recognition reflects our commitment to supporting employees to balance work and family responsibilities.