Veterinary Jobs in South Australia
A fur-tastic career in the Festival State starts here with Australia’s leading veterinary group
Experience the festival state
Take your career to the next level with the work/life balance you’ve been craving. Whether you’re looking for that inner-city lifestyle with a world-class cultural scene or you want to experience the lush vineyards of the Barossa and Clare Valleys, South Australia has something to offer everyone.
Our diverse network of South Australian clinics offers all kinds of clinic environments, from busy companion animal practices in Adelaide to mixed-practice and rural opportunities across the state. South Australia is a fantastic place to grow your veterinary career while enjoying a coveted work/life balance, from Adelaide’s vibrant festival and cultural scene to the world-renowned wine regions, stunning coastline and relaxed regional communities.
Explore our network of South Australian clinics
Why work as a Vet in South Australia?
South Australia is known for its relaxed lifestyle, world-class wine regions and beautiful coastline. But there’s much more to the state than great food and vineyards. Adelaide is one of Australia’s most liveable cities, with a compact, walkable city centre, vibrant cultural scene and easy access to beaches, parks and the Adelaide Hills. You could spend your weekdays working in a modern small-animal hospital and your weekends exploring the Barossa Valley, sampling local produce in McLaren Vale, hiking in the Adelaide Hills or discovering the stunning coastline. Whether you prefer the energy and convenience of Adelaide, the relaxed lifestyle of the coastal suburbs or the close-knit communities found throughout regional South Australia, there’s a veterinary role to suit almost every career stage.
Many clinics focus on maintaining a healthy work-life balance, offering supportive teams, flexible rosters and opportunities for professional development. Combined with South Australia’s relaxed pace of life, thriving food and cultural scene, diverse landscapes and easy access to some of Australia’s best wine regions, it’s easy to see why veterinarians choose to build their careers here.
About Us
Vets Central is an Australian-owned veterinary group. We're on a mission to become Australia and New Zealand's leading veterinary partner, supporting our teams in the delivery of quality veterinary services to the community.
8 Regions
Our clinics span Australia and New Zealand, including QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, TAS, SA and WA – and that’s just the beginning.
88 Practices
Australia and New Zealand’s fastest-growing veterinary group with 88 small and mixed animal practices.
1600+ Team Members
An expansive network that comprises an incredible community of vets, practice managers, nurses, and clinic support team members.
Industry Leading Benefits
In addition, Vets Central offers an impressive swag of team benefits and lifestyle discounts to support you and your family.
Awards & Certifications
Australian Owned
Mental Health First Aid
Great Place to Work
We embrace diversity
Professional Development
A contribution towards professional development, paid study leave and access to our learning portal.
Everyday Expense Discounts
Save on everyday expenses including groceries, electronics, entertainment, fuel, dining, fashion and more.
Personal Wellness Support
An employee assistance program (EAP) that supports you and your family with qualified Mental Health First Aiders.
Flexibility and Lifestyle Benefits
Enjoy a healthy work/life balance with flexibility, a competitive salary, paid parental and purrental leave.
Tails of success
FAQs
Yes, veterinarians are in demand across South Australia, with opportunities available in both metropolitan Adelaide and regional areas. As pet ownership continues to grow and clinics look for skilled veterinary professionals, there are opportunities for vets at all career stages, from new graduates through to experienced and specialist veterinarians. Whether you’re looking for a busy city practice or a more relaxed regional lifestyle, South Australia offers a range of veterinary career opportunities.
A veterinarian’s salary can vary greatly depending on the needs of the clinic and the skills and experience of the vet. A graduate vet may earn around $80,000 and a lead vet with speciality experience may earn around $130,000.
Yes! We would love to discuss this with you directly and can assist you with finding the best fit for you in our vast clinic network. We offer fantastic training and mentoring to guide you through your veterinary career.
Yes, we regularly recruit overseas vets through our Come say G’day program, you can learn more about the process here or get in touch with our friendly recruitment team.
Yes! Register via our candidate centre to be considered for upcoming opportunities or you can send your confidential application directly to our friendly Careers team at careers@vetscentral.com.au. In your email, please mention which practice/job you are interested in.
We have opportunities throughout Australia and New Zealand and we encourage veterinary professionals from all levels of experience to apply.
To begin, we typically start with a friendly chat to get to know you, so we can match you with the practice most suited to your skills, desired location, and career development.
For instance, our recruitment process may include:
- An initial phone interview with our friendly Careers team to gain a better understanding of what you are looking for and whether our culture is a good fit
- Face-to-face or via video call with one of our support office managers or clinical team for an interview
- Depending on the role/location, the next steps may include a further interview, skill assessments, and background checks such as reference checks
So what are you waiting for? Register your interest here and let’s start the conversation!
Let's get tails wagging together
We’re here to assist you in taking the lead and thriving in your career.
To begin, start the conversation with our furiendly Careers team who can help you find the purrfect fit for your personal, clinical and professional aspirations.
Call our Careers team today on 1300 838 236 (AUS) or 0800 838 236 (NZ), or register your interest here.
