Be part of building the future of veterinary clinical education at the University of Sydney.
* Full time continuing employment, contingent on the continuation of external funding
* Located on Camden Campus at the Sydney School of Veterinary Science in The University of Sydney
* Exciting opportunity to lead a team of nurses across the hospital
* Base Salary HEO 5 (38 hours), $97,446 p.a - $109,104 p.a + 17% superannuation + loadings for after hours and weekend shifts applied
Lead with heart in a role that celebrates your passion for animals and people alike. The University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Camden (UVTHC) is seeking a compassionate and experienced Veterinary Nurse Unit Manager to guide a dedicated team across a vibrant, multi-species teaching hospital. If you thrive in a hands-on environment caring for multiple species, and are ready to inspire the next generation of veterinary professionals, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. You'll lead a team that supports diverse clinical services—from horses and livestock, companion animals to native wildlife—while working alongside top-tier academics in Australia's #1 veterinary school. With a competitive salary, generous superannuation, and access to multiple disciplines, this role offers the perfect blend of leadership, learning, and love for animals. Step into a career where your skills, empathy, and passion truly matter.
About the opportunity
The key benefits
* be inspired everyday
* be stimulated by an academic environment focused on teaching and research
* opportunity for you to learn and enhance your skills and experience in a unique teaching and research environment of a multi species Veterinary Teaching hospital
* salary packaging available
* industry leading leave provisions including generous paid Parental leave entitlements (pending eligibility up to 36 weeks)
* access to employee assistance programs (EAP) at no cost
* gain the recognition of working in a leading Veterinary School in an outstanding University.
In the position you will
* play a lead role in supporting our nursing function by setting the standard required for clinical teaching and professional nursing assistance with clinical cases
* provide leadership and supervision for nurses across all services in the hospital, including, equine, livestock, small animals, wildlife, diagnostic imaging and spey clinics.
* create an engaging learning experience for DVM students on their clinical rotation by both considering approaches that could best assist students and setting direction for nursing staff as they provide these insights
* approach patient treatment and care with compassion and empathy
About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Veterinary Nurse Unit Manager who has/is:
* a Certificate IV in Veterinary Nursing or equivalent
* at least 3 years experience in a veterinary hospital is required
* demonstrated experience in the leadership, supervision, training, mentoring and performance management of staff
* vibrant and enthusiastic, with a strong sense of teamwork
* kind and compassionate towards people and their animals alike
* a strong communicator who can provide excellent customer service
* professional, hardworking, and committed to providing exceptional patient care
* a keen interest in training and teaching.
We are committed to your development, and you will have access to a range of continuing education opportunities. We pride ourselves on promoting a continuous learning environment to facilitate your progression. Be inspired every day and stimulated by an academic environment focused on teaching and research.
Work Rights
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
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Tuesday 25 November :59 PM