ABOUT THE ROLE
We’re looking for a Senior Veterinary Nurse to join our dedicated Hospital Team at our SPCA Auckland Mangere Centre, but we are moving to a brand new, purpose built site just down the road in Wiiri.
- Permanent, full time – 40hrs per week
- Rostered shifts working Monday to Friday between 7.30 am and 4.30 pm plus 2 weekend days per month 7.30 am - 4.00 pm.
Reporting to the Head Veterinary Nurse, this role is all about ensuring the animals in our care receive the highest standard of medical treatment and compassionate care.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Providing exceptional veterinary nursing support for medical and surgical patients
- Coordinating daily hospital activities and ensuring efficient, safe animal flow
- Mentoring, supporting, and training staff, students, and volunteers
- Ensuring high standards of animal welfare, safety, and documentation
- Supporting veterinarians with assessments, treatment, and follow-up care
- Promoting Fear Free and species-specific care practices
- Contributing to continuous improvement and hospital process development
YOU WILL HAVE
- A Veterinary Nursing qualification with at least 5 years’ clinical experience
- Strong skills in both medical and surgical nursing within a fast-paced environment
- Experience mentoring or training others, loves working with people as much as animals!
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Sound judgement and decision-making focused on animal welfare
- High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
- Computer proficiency
- A positive, compassionate attitude aligned with SPCA’s values
SPCA PURRRKS
If you’re looking for a role where your skills, compassion, and wellbeing truly matter, here’s what we offer:
- A collaborative, supportive workplace culture where kindness is key
- Development and learning opportunities are encouraged
- NZVNA and at Dove CPD membership
- The privilege of knowing your work directly improves the lives of animals in need
- Exclusive discounts and benefits, including pet insurance and retail offers
- Access to 24/7 confidential wellness support
- Enjoy a paid day off for your birthday!
ABOUT US
SPCA is one of New Zealand’s most trusted and respected charities, with a proud history of helping animals in need and advocating for animal welfare since 1872. Each year, we protect over 30,000 animals through rescue, rehabilitation, sheltering, and advocacy. Guided by our core values, we’re looking for someone who will bring compassion, professionalism, and teamwork to this vital role.
HOW TO APPLY
If you’re ready to take the next step in your veterinary nursing career and make a real difference for animals in need, apply now!
For more information click the apply now button and that will take you to our careers site. On our careers site you can click here for more about the impressive work we do and the impact we have and click here for the job description.
Applications for this role may be reviewed as they are received so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
We have a diverse, inclusive and values driven culture at SPCA. We value a diverse work environment because teams are stronger with different perspectives and experiences, so we welcome people from all walks of life to apply.
All applicants must possess the legal right to work in New Zealand, either as a New Zealand or Australian Citizen or by holding a valid working visa.
Simply click Apply and complete our simple online application process*. Please contact [email protected] if you have any additional questions.
*Only applications submitted through the official process will be considered.