Lead Veterinary Technician

Lead Veterinary Technician

Are you a motivated, proactive individual with a passion for large‑animal production and leading people? The Taupō Vet Centre is seeking an experienced Lead Large Animal Veterinary Technician who holds a Rural Veterinary Technician Certificate.

This senior, hands-on leadership position combines advanced technical work with team leadership, mentoring, and strong client relationships. We are flexible with start date and hours, happy to negotiate 3-5 working days each week depending on your preference.

While previous leadership experience would be an advantage, we are also open to considering a motivated and mature technician who demonstrates the judgement, initiative, and people skills needed to grow into a lead role. Equally, if you are an experienced large-animal technician who is interested in the role but unsure whether leadership is the right next step, we’d still welcome a conversation.

About the role

You will be a technical authority and people leader, responsible for maintaining high standards, supporting veterinarians, and developing the capability of our technician team.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver advanced large‑animal technical work, including pregnancy scanning
• Interpret young‑stock performance data
• Lead, supervise, and mentor veterinary technicians
• Coordinate rostering, training, and seasonal resourcing
• Work alongside veterinarians to support non‑clinical client consultations
• Actively develop leadership and technical capability through CPD and collaboration

About you:

• Experienced large‑animal veterinary technician
• Confident leader with strong communication and people skills
• A proactive, organised approach and commitment to high clinical and service standards.  Either proven leadership experience, or the maturity, judgement, initiative, and people skills to grow into a lead technician role.

Why Taupō Vet Centre?
At the Taupō Vet Centre, we pride ourselves on a collaborative, friendly team environment with a strong focus on growth and innovation. You’ll be supported to excel in your leadership and technical career while enjoying the variety and lifestyle that the Taupō region offers.

If you would like a confidential conversation or want to learn more about the role, contact Maria via email: [email protected]. Alternatively, apply now.