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Veterinary Nurse Manager

Australia, Carrara, Gold Coast 91000.00 AUD / Year · Job Posted March 19, 2026
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Animal Emergency Service Carrara is one of Australia’s leading emergency and critical care referral centres, delivering world-class emergency medicine and gold-standard patient care. Our hospital is fast-paced, collaborative, and full of interesting and complex cases. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an experienced Veterinary Nurse Manager to lead and support our talented nursing team. This is a full-time leadership opportunity for an experienced or emerging leader who passionate about team development, clinical excellence, and creating a positive hospital culture.

Job Responsibility

  • Leading, mentoring and supporting the veterinary nursing team
  • Coordinating nursing rosters to ensure effective hospital coverage
  • Supporting recruitment, onboarding, training and development of nurses
  • Promoting a positive, collaborative team culture
  • Assisting with the implementation and compliance of company policies
  • Managing conflict resolution and supporting difficult conversations when required
  • Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, including Workplace Health and Safety
  • Driving continuous improvement in nursing processes and patient care standards

Requirements

  • Veterinary Nursing or management qualifications or relevant experience
  • Minimum 3 years’ leadership or management experience
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Confidence managing challenges, including conflict resolution
  • A commitment to exceptional patient care and client service
  • Willingness to work every second weekend, some evenings and public holidays as required

What we offer

  • Australia’s largest employee-owned veterinary group
  • Fitness passport
  • Pet well-being discount on treatments and products
  • Dedicated wellbeing committee for our employees (Mental health first aid certifications, flu vaccinations, podcasts, etc.)
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (psychology, nutrition, sleep)
  • Refer a Friend Program & Rewards
  • 17.5% Annual Leave Loading for all permanent staff
  • Further education & career planning benefits
  • Opportunities for additional training in Leadership, Specialisation and Management
  • Fully stocked snack cupboards and regular food deliveries
  • Work-life harmony with flexible roster structures and work arrangements
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