Job Description

Lead the re-opening of something special on the banks of the Ross River

There’s a rare kind of opportunity here. Not just stepping into a leadership role, but shaping the next chapter of a clinic as it comes back to life.

At Greencross Vets Riverway, we’re preparing for a thoughtful, supported re-opening. And we’re looking for a Vet Director who wants to lead with heart, clinical pride, and a genuine love for building something meaningful from the ground up.

For the right person, this is more than a job. It’s a chance to create a clinic culture, guide a team, and make a lasting impact in a community that truly values its pets.

Why this clinic is different

Set alongside the beautiful Ross River in Townsville, Riverway is one of the region’s most vibrant lifestyle precincts. Think morning walks by the water, open-air lagoons, community events, and a relaxed tropical pace that makes work-life balance feel natural, not aspirational.

Our clinic itself is purpose-built for quality care, with dedicated consult rooms and specialised facilities including radioactive iodine treatment. It’s a space designed to do great medicine and to keep growing with the people inside it.

What makes this opportunity unique is the journey. As we prepare to re-open, you’ll spend your initial period working across our Townsville clinics, becoming part of the wider Greencross network, building relationships, and helping shape how Riverway comes back.

You won’t be doing this alone. You’ll be backed by a connected local network, an experienced Area Manager, and a Regional Clinical Director who are all invested in your success.

Hear from someone who’s made the move

If you’re considering relocating, especially from overseas, hearing from someone who’s done it can make all the difference.

Dr John, one of our Vet Directors in Townsville, shares what it’s really like to transition into veterinary life in Australia and the sense of community you’ll find here

What you’ll be part of

We’re a team that cares deeply about doing right by our patients, our clients, and each other.

Here, leadership looks like:

• Creating a calm, supportive clinic environment where people can do their best work
• Guiding clinical standards with confidence and curiosity
• Mentoring and developing vets and nurses in a way that builds capability and pride
• Bringing people together around a shared purpose

We’re big on collaboration across clinics, so you’ll always have peers to lean on, discuss cases with, and grow alongside.

What you’ll grow into

If you’re excited by the idea of shaping a clinic identity, this is your space.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Lead the re-opening and establish the culture from day one
• Develop or deepen special interests, including radioactive iodine treatment with full support and training
• Explore future pathways like equity partnership if ownership is part of your vision

Who will thrive here

You’ll feel at home if you:

• Enjoy bringing people together and creating a positive team culture
• Take pride in high standards of care and thoughtful clinical decision making
• Like the idea of building something, not just maintaining it
• Value support, collaboration, and being part of a wider network

Whether you’ve led a clinic before or you’re ready to step into leadership with the right backing, what matters most is your mindset and how you show up for your team and patients.

What we back you with

We make sure you’re supported in the ways that matter:

• A strong, collaborative Townsville network of clinics and colleagues
• Mentoring from experienced leaders including your Regional Clinical Director
• Flexible working options that support your lifestyle
• Superannuation of 12.0% on top of base salary
• Four weeks of annual leave, plus option to convert your continuing education leave to annual leave, which will be five weeks altogether.
• In Australia, unused annual leave rolls over into the next year!!
• 11.5 days of public holidays in Queensland
• Paid Parental Leave is 6 weeks full pay (or 12 weeks half pay), with flexible return-to-work programs
• Lincoln Institute’s Leading Edge for Veterinarians program, a 12-month online leadership course valued at $9,000 and fully funded by us. It is CPD-accredited and covers communication, time management, resilience, leadership and more.
• An industry-leading internal CE program, including all-inclusive attendance at Australia’s largest annual veterinary clinical conference
• Scholarship options for Membership examinations
• Paid AVA membership or annual veterinary registration
• ‘Welcome to Australia’ module to support international vets transitioning to practice in Australia
• Discounts across Greencross Vets, the Animal Referral and Emergency Network and Petbarn nationwide
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support for international veterinarians ready to make the move and build a life here

Life in Townsville

Life here is something people don’t just visit, they choose.

With easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, weekends on Magnetic Island, and a warm, welcoming community, Townsville offers the kind of lifestyle that lets you breathe a little deeper while still growing your career.

How to apply

If this feels like the kind of leadership journey you’ve been waiting for, we’d love to hear from you.

Reach out to Marta Seno on WhatsApp or phone +61 421 705 547 or marta.seno@gxltd.com.au for a conversation, or apply online to start your next chapter with us.