Join a team that cares deeply about people, pets, and community.
At Petfirst and Farmfirst Veterinary, we believe great veterinary care starts with great people. Across our clinics, we’re building supportive, connected teams who are passionate about making a genuine difference for animals and the people who love them.
Our Darfield clinic is a valued part of the local community, known for its caring approach, collaborative team culture, and commitment to exceptional client care. We’re now looking for an experienced Clinic Coordinator to help lead the operational success of the clinic and support our team to thrive.
About the Opportunity
As Clinic Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in the day-to-day leadership and operational management of the clinic. Working closely with our veterinary team, you’ll help create a positive, organised, and high-performing environment where both people and pets receive outstanding care and support.
This role offers a great balance of leadership, operations, customer experience, and team coordination. No two days are the same, and your ability to build strong relationships, manage priorities, and support your team will be highly valued.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone who is organised, people-focused, and confident leading within a busy service environment. You’ll ideally bring:
- Experience in team leadership, coordination, or operational management
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A proactive and solutions-focused mindset
- The ability to balance competing priorities with professionalism and care
- A passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences
- Commercial awareness and a commitment to clinic success
Experience within veterinary, healthcare, rural retail, or other customer-focused industries would be highly regarded.
Why Petfirst?
We know our people are what make our clinics special, so we’re committed to creating an environment where you feel supported, valued, and encouraged to grow.
Our benefits include:
- Competitive salary package and benefits
- Birthday leave
- Long service leave
- Career development and ongoing learning opportunities
- CPD and self-development support
- Wellbeing initiatives through our Connected Lives programme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- 3.5% KiwiSaver contribution in addition to base salary – some employers take the mandatory KiwiSaver Employer contribution out of the employee base salary – we don’t – we add it on top of!
- Teamfirst staff discounts on animal care products and services
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Paid parental leave top-ups and partner leave
- Flexible working arrangements where possible
Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking for a meaningful leadership opportunity within a supportive and community-focused clinic, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply through SEEK with your CV and cover letter attached or contact Michael Burnett at michael.burnett@myfarmfirst.co.nz for a confidential discussion.
Please note we will be shortlisting and conducting interviews throughout the advertising period.
We’re excited to welcome a new team member into our Darfield clinic - could it be you?