Poultry Veterinarian

Poultry Veterinarian
Location: Bendigo, Victoria
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary: $130,000–$160,000 + Superannuation + Company Vehicle

About the Opportunity An established, vertically integrated poultry producer is seeking an experienced Poultry Veterinarian to support its farming operations across Victoria.

Reporting to the General Manager – Farming, you'll play a key role in maintaining flock health, animal welfare, biosecurity and production performance across breeder and broiler operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor flock health, welfare and production performance.
• Diagnose, investigate and treat poultry diseases and health issues.
• Develop and oversee preventative health and vaccination programs.
• Conduct post-mortem examinations and disease investigations.
• Monitor health data and provide recommendations to improve flock performance.
• Lead biosecurity, animal welfare and veterinary compliance initiatives.
• Maintain accurate veterinary and regulatory records.
• Liaise with laboratories, regulatory bodies and industry specialists.
• Provide technical advice and training to farm management teams.
• Support continuous improvement across farming operations.

About You
You will have:

• A recognised veterinary qualification and current (or eligible) Australian veterinary registration.
• Experience in commercial poultry production, ideally within breeder and broiler operations.
• Strong knowledge of poultry health, disease management, vaccination programs and biosecurity.
• Sound understanding of animal welfare and food safety requirements.
• Excellent diagnostic, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, practical approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• A current Australian Driver Licence.

What's on Offer

• Permanent full-time position.
• Salary package of $110,000–$160,000 + Super + Company Vehicle.
• Career development and professional growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted company products.
• Free on-site parking.
• Supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement.

Visa Sponsorship Applications are welcome from candidates with unrestricted Australian work rights.

Employer-sponsored visa opportunities may be considered for suitably qualified applicants, subject to business requirements and Australian Government immigration regulations.