Who We Are

SunPork Group is dedicated to delivering the finest quality fresh Australian pork to market. We are proud to be the largest Australian farmer-owned and operated producer of quality Australian pork products, employing over 1,500 employees across 52 locations in Australia and New Zealand.  Our people are the heart of our business, and we’re confident you won’t find a more committed and passionate team. Our dedicated workforce is a reflection of the quality you see on Australian plates every day.

We have a state-of-the-art processing facility specialising solely in the production of fresh pork and distributing it widely across Australia and internationally. We process 95% of all Queensland’s pork production, including the production of various pork value-add products for consumers worldwide; and are the largest Australian owned pork processor and continues to be a market leader in pork production.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Graduate Veterinarian who will join our group and become an active member of the SunPork veterinary and nutrition team supporting health and welfare programs and strategic objectives of the team. Primarily based in Qld servicing farms in the Darling Downs, Dalby and Western Downs area with some interstate travel.

What you will be doing

• Animal health: visiting farms and maintaining regular contact with farm staff and managers to help understand the health status of our farms through: monitoring and surveillance of animals, disease investigation including sampling for diagnostic investigations, prepare and monitor compliance with herd health and treatment plans; and recording and reporting of findings and instructions to farms.
• Animal welfare: be a leader in animal welfare education and maintain regular contact and engagement with the veterinary and nutrition team on matters of animal welfare.
• Biosecurity: lead biosecurity education and implementation;  Farm Productivity and Animal health products and medications.
• Reporting: veterinary visit reports need to be communicated promptly to ensure action items can be implemented promptly. Scripts need to be updated regularly and clear directions provided for how to use the product.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• Veterinarian currently registered to practice in all states that SunPork operates in
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Time management and organisational skills
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a team
• Extension of complex concepts to stakeholders of varying backgrounds and knowledge base
• Ability to understand and interpret scientific literature and technical information
• Attention to detail and accuracy in conducting tasks and data recording
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Competent use of a computer and ability to learn relevant software products including Office 365 and other specialised software
• Current and Valid Driver’s licence (Car)
• Availability to travel as required - interstate and overnights are expected

What We Offer

By joining us, you will become part of an ever-growing family that is passionate about providing the best quality. At SunPork, we provide:

• Staff discounts on a range of products
• Employee Wellbeing Benefits, including discounts at over 400 retailers
• Learning and development opportunities

SunPork Group is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. As part of our recruitment process, candidates may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening.

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