At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide veterinary services and consultancy for sheep and beef enterprises while engaging in applied research.
- Company: Join the University of Melbourne's vibrant Melbourne Veterinary School team.
- Benefits: Enjoy 17% superannuation, flexible work arrangements, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of an inclusive community that values diversity and supports your career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable farming practices and contribute to farmer success.
- Qualifications: Must hold a recognised veterinary degree and have knowledge of Australian livestock industries.
The predicted salary is between 118416 - 118416 $ per year.
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term (12 months)
Faculty: Faculty of Science
School: Melbourne Veterinary School
Salary: Level A: $87,266 - $118,416 p.a. plus 17% super
Entry-level production animal consultancy role with intensive mentoring / work directly with progressive sheep and beef enterprises / blend clinical practice, on-farm consultancy and applied research.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
Your next career opportunity:
- You will build advanced skills in flock and herd health, whole‐farm consultancy and applied production animal research.
- You will work closely with experienced Mackinnon veterinarians, gaining mentoring, supervision and support tailored to your development.
- You will contribute directly to farmer outcomes, industry engagement and research projects that shape sustainable grazing enterprises.
What you will deliver:
- Deliver high quality sheep and beef clinical services, maintaining accurate records and timely communication, billing and regulatory compliance.
- Support whole‐farm and corporate consultancy projects, contributing to planning, investigations, reporting and farmer decision‐making.
- Contribute to applied research and extension activities, including study design, data collection, analysis and preparation of publications.
- Engage with farmers, agribusiness and industry bodies to build strong relationships and grow the Mackinnon client network.
- Contribute to DVM student practicals and supervision, sharing on‐farm skills and production animal insights with future veterinarians.
You may be a great fit if you:
- Hold a recognised veterinary degree enabling registration with the Victorian Veterinary Board.
- Bring proven knowledge of Australian sheep and beef industries, including grazing systems, management practices and pasture production.
- Have clinical experience with ruminant livestock and interest in developing whole‐farm herd health consultancy skills.
- Demonstrate emerging research capability, including assisting studies, analysing data and contributing to reports or publications.
- Communicate complex technical concepts in clear, practical language, building rapport and trust with farmers and industry clients.
- Possess a current Victorian driver's licence and willingness to travel to regional farms, including overnight visits.
What we offer you!
- Build future financial security with 17% superannuation.
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being.
- Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning.
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave.
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company.
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
Your new team – Melbourne Veterinary School:
The Mackinnon Project sits within the highly ranked Melbourne Veterinary School in the Faculty of Science. The team specialises in sheep and beef production systems, combining consultancy, clinical services, farmer training and applied research. You will join experienced production animal veterinarians collaborating with farmers, agribusiness and industry to improve grazing enterprises. Working from Werribee and regional farms, you will be supported by a collegial, mentoring, impact‐focused culture.
Be Yourself:
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants:
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team.
You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
For queries related to this specific position, contact Dr. Caitlin Pfeiffer. For questions related to our recruitment process email Lachlan Bryce. For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard.
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