Veterinarian - Equine Jobs in Sydney - October 2026 (0)

Working as a veterinary professional in Sydney

Sydney has one of the largest veterinary job markets in Australia, spanning small-animal hospitals in the inner west and eastern suburbs, corporate groups across the greater metropolitan area, and specialist referral centres. With one of the highest pet ownership rates of any Australian capital city, demand for veterinarians and veterinary nurses is consistently strong — particularly for experienced nurses and vets with emergency or surgical interests.

Most Sydney roles are small-animal general practice, but you'll also find emergency and critical care rotations, specialist hospitals, and exotic pet clinics. Public transport and shift-friendly rosters vary by clinic, so check each listing's hours and location details carefully.

Equine veterinarian roles

Equine practice in Australia spans pleasure-horse ambulatory work, stud medicine (particularly in the Hunter Valley and Victoria's thoroughbred heartland), and specialist racetrack roles. Positions are concentrated in regional centres, and experienced equine vets are among the hardest roles for clinics to fill.