About The Team

Murdoch University is home to the only Veterinary School in Western Australia, and its prestigious teaching hospital provides the clinical facility that enables students to have the clinical ‘hands‑on’ opportunity. It also provides a service to community through its team of top specialists who oversee the care and treatment of all animals referred to the Hospital. The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University (TAHMU) aims to provide an environment where high professional and clinical standards, based on available scientific evidence, are tempered with genuine care and compassion.

Responsibilities

- Provide nursing care for large animal patients, assist with procedures and surgeries, and triage cases to ensure timely treatment
- Maintain infection control, manage equipment and stock, ensure compliance with regulations, and keep accurate records
- Supervise students in clinical techniques and communicate effectively with clients, veterinarians, and hospital staff

Qualifications

- Certificate IV or Diploma in Veterinary Nursing (registrable in WA)
- Confident in handling and restraining large animals, including but not limited to racehorses, performance horses, foals, farm animals and those cheeky little ponies!
- Knowledge of diagnostic and surgical equipment, sterilisation, and aseptic techniques
- Proven ability to work independently and in teams, take initiative, and adapt to rotating shifts
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach to clients and colleagues, and the ability to manage all aspects of the large animal reception.

Employment Details

This Fixed Term (12 Months), with opportunity to extend, if the business requires it | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $74,809.00– $82,011.00 (pro rata)



plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

Benefits

- Generous Continuing Professional Development (CPD) allowance
- Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) Membership supported by the hospital
- Ongoing mentorship from specialists and senior nursing staff
- Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
- Indigenous Language Allowance
- Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

Eligibility and Requirements

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role.

Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Employer Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion





Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability.

At Murdoch, we pride ourselves on our diverse and vibrant workplace. We are committed to the recruitment and development of skilled and passionate people, who want to make a difference to the world around them.

Murdoch University recognizes and supports Indigenous knowledge and First Nations peoples. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Applications Close

Applications Close on 25th September 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

Contact

Contact Us For enquiries about the chance on offer please reach out to Mikaela Deetman, Nurse Supervisor, [email protected] and quote JR105817 as the reference.

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📌 Veterinary Nurse (Large Animal) (Melville)
🏢 Murdoch
📍 Melville