The Position.
Vinery Stud & Kia Ora Stud | Upper Hunter Valley, NSW.An outstanding opportunity to work with two of Australia's premier thoroughbred breeding establishments.
Stone Lodge Equine Services is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced equine veterinarian to join our veterinary team, providing comprehensive veterinary services to Vinery Stud and Kia Ora Stud in the Upper Hunter Valley, New South Wales.
This full-time position offers a varied clinical caseload, working collaboratively with experienced equine veterinarians and established stud management teams.
Broodmare reproduction:
Reproductive examinations, follicular monitoring, ovulation management, pregnancy diagnosis, fertility investigations and treatments.
Foaling and neonatal medicine:
Periparturient management, dystocias, neonatal examinations and treatment of sick foals.
Yearling management:
Regular clinical evaluations, developmental assessments and collaboration with stud management and farriers.
Sales preparation:
Radiographic and endoscopic examinations, pre-sales assessments and attendance at selected thoroughbred sales.
Stallion veterinary care:
Routine clinical and reproductive management.
General equine medicine:
Investigation and treatment of medical, surgical and other conditions encountered in stud practice.
What We Offer.




Full-time position and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Private accommodation provided.
Vehicle provided for work and private use.
Superannuation in accordance with statutory requirements.
Professional association memberships, relevant insurance and professional development opportunities.
Collaborative working environment with experienced veterinary colleagues.
After-hours and weekend duties are shared among the veterinary team, with roster arrangements varying between the stud breeding season and non-breeding season
The Applicant.
Minimum two years' practical equine veterinary experience.
Previous hands‐on experience in equine reproductive medicine is essential.
Competence in routine broodmare reproductive examinations, ultrasonography and pregnancy diagnosis.
Sound general equine clinical skills, skilled judgement and strong communication skills.
A reliable, conscientious and collaborative approach to veterinary practice.
Experience in commercial thoroughbred stud practice would be highly regarded.
Veterinarians registered or eligible for registration with the Veterinary Practitioners Board of New South Wales will be considered, including suitably qualified international applicants.
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