Permanent Veterinary Surgeon – Arklow, Co Wicklow

Key Details:

• Working Days: 4–5 days per week on an alternating 4-day and 5-day week
• Hours: Structured to support work–life balance, including OOH 1:6 with in-lieu day after weekend on-call
• Duties: Flexible mixed or farm animal workload with options to tailor towards farm or small animal
• Salary: They are offering a salary of between 48000€ – 80000€ per annum, reflective of skills and experience

About the Role:

• The client is seeking a permanent Mixed or Farm Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a supportive and progressive team. The role is flexible and can be tailored to suit a preference for farm animal or small animal work.
• The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload and deliver high-quality care across consultations, diagnostics, and routine procedures. The rota offers a 4.5 day working week with an OOH commitment of 1:6, and a day off in-lieu after a weekend on-call. There is a maximum of six half-day Saturdays per year.
• A work van or mileage is available, and overnight accommodation is provided when on-call.
• CPD is fully supported, with certificate funding available, and strong career progression prospects.

About the Package:

As part of a wider group, benefits include relocation allowance, enhanced annual leave, EAP and Healthshield, 3% employer pension contribution, €2000 CPD and 5 days per annum, certificate support, paid charity day, colleague discounts, paid professional memberships (VCI/VDS plus one additional), enhanced family leave, annual pay reviews, and clear progression pathways.

About the Practice:

The practice operates across multiple branches with ample parking and an appointment-based workflow. The team comprises experienced vets, nurses, and support colleagues who prioritise attentive, kind care for patients in sickness and in health. For farm animal clients, the practice provides progressive services including herd and flock health planning and comprehensive fertility, mastitis, calf health, bull and ram fertility, and parasite control. For small animals, the practice invests in modern equipment, including ultrasound, DR X-ray, dental X-ray, and in-house blood machines. The location is 40 minutes south of Dublin, set between the Wicklow Mountains and the sea, offering a desirable lifestyle on days off.

Job Reference No: JN-102025-33360