Takurua Vets aims to be an employer that cares properly for the people who provide care. We want to build a workplace where capable people are supported well, paid fairly, and able to focus on doing good work.
We provide competitive salaries and Southern Cross healthcare benefits for permanent employees. We also provide a stocked snack bar with fruit, nuts, chocolates, chips, and other options available throughout the day, along with high-quality coffee and sodas for staff.
We do not expect unpaid hours. Time worked is time paid, and where overtime is appropriate, it is paid accordingly, including time and a half in applicable situations.
We are building a high-performing team and a clinic culture that values professionalism, reliability, good judgement, and personal responsibility. We want people who take pride in doing things properly and who contribute meaningfully to the day-to-day function of the clinic.
This is not about unnecessary pressure or appearances. It is about creating an environment where good people can work at a high standard with clear expectations and proper support.
We do not see staff wellbeing and patient care as separate issues. A clinic that wants to provide good care needs to look after the people responsible for delivering it.
At Takurua Vets, part of being an ethical employer is making that visible in practical ways, from pay and conditions to the everyday working environment.
Part of building a good clinic is being willing to speak plainly about the realities of veterinary work, including the parts of the profession that are often normalised but should not be. Our view on fair pay, unpaid hours, staff support, and sustainable standards is part of a broader philosophy about how a clinic should operate.
If you are interested in working with us, you can explore current vacancies and expression-of-interest pathways through our careers page.
