Veterinary Surgeon – Tipperary, Ireland

Advance Your Veterinary Career at Brittas Veterinary Hospital

Veterinary Surgeon – Brittas Veterinary Hospital, Thurles, Co. Tipperary 

Full-Time, Permanent | Salary up to €70,000 DOE | Relocation Assistance of €5,000 

Are you a skilled Veterinary Surgeon looking for more than just a job? At Brittas Veterinary Hospital, we offer a true career move—a position that rewards your experience, invests in your growth, and prioritises your wellbeing. You’ll be joining a supportive, progressive team where clinical freedom, collaborative learning, and genuine work-life balance come together.

What You Can Expect in This Role

• 5 day week (40hours per week)

• Shift pattern: 8:30-5:30pm

• 1 night on-call per week

• 2 weekends in 5 (with lieu time for weekends worked)

• Diverse, rewarding caseload including routine and advanced procedures

• Structured rota with protected time for case follow-ups and development

We understand that experienced vets want the time and support to do their best work – that’s why we offer unlimited professional development funding, protected CPD leave, and clear progression pathways, whether you want to pursue clinical excellence or move into mentoring, management, or specialist roles.

What You’ll Bring

• Registered with the Veterinary Council of Ireland (VCI)

• Strong clinical skills in first opinion consultations, routine surgeries (e.g. spays) and dental work

• Confident decision-maker with excellent communication skills

• A growth mindset – we love colleagues who want to keep learning and growing

We’ll support you to go further, whether that’s working toward a Certificate, Diploma, or even a PhD – and we’ll fully fund it

About Brittas Veterinary Hospital

We’re a multi-site practice with a primary hospital in Thurles and a branch in Cashel. You’ll work alongside a close-knit team of three experienced Vets (including one with an advanced certificate in medicine), two Veterinary Nurses, and seven dedicated support staff.

Our hospital is equipped with:

• Dedicated ultrasound and X-ray suites

• Full in-house laboratory diagnostics

• Dental facilities

• Spacious consulting and surgical areas

• On-site parking and easy access to nearby amenities

We’re proud to offer both first and second opinion services, and we also provide referral services to neighbouring practices. Our caseload is varied and engaging, and we collaborate with local charities through an active neutering scheme.

Here’s What Sets Us Apart – Your Benefits Package

We believe that a great career comes with great rewards. Here’s how we take care of you:

Career & Professional Growth

• Unlimited Professional Development funding – pursue any Certificate, Diploma or PhD with no financial cap

• €1,300 annual CPD allowance + 40hours paid CPD leave

• Structured career progression pathways – both clinical and non-clinical

• Annueal CARE fund (€1,100) to support cases you’re passionate about

• Funded professional memberships – VCI and VDS covered

Work-Life Balance

• 6.5 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

• Birthday leave – a paid day off just for you

• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and bereavement leave packages

• Company sick pay

• Access to EAP, Wellbeing Centre, and mental health support

Financial & Lifestyle Benefits

• Up to €70,000 salary, depending on experience

• Annual pay reviews

• Employer pension contributions

• Relocation assistance

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Discounted veterinary care for your own pets

• Flu vaccinations covered

• Access to Pawesome Benefits – a reward gateway for discounts & cashback across hundreds of retailers

Culture & Inclusion

• Opportunities to join internal committees (Wellbeing, LGBTQ+, Clinical Boards, and more)

• Inclusive and supportive employer – we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion

Ready to Join a Team That Truly Invests in You?

Apply now and take control of your future. Whether your’re aiming to gain a certificate, balance your professional and personal life, or make a greater impact in your clinical work – we’re here to back you all the way.

Got Questions? Let’s Talk.
Contact Shónagh Dawson RVN, Talent Partner:
[email protected]
086 085 0891

Flexible start date available. We look forward to hearing from you.