Veterinarian (Dairy)

Dairy Veterinarian – Saudi Arabia

FRS Recruitment is inviting applications for the role of Dairy Veterinarian on behalf of a leading agribusiness organisation in Saudi Arabia.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced veterinarian to join a large-scale dairy operation, working with high-performing dairy herds in an intensive farming environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maximising herd productivity, health, welfare, and reproductive performance through the implementation of herd health programmes and the delivery of professional veterinary services.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and diagnose animal health and reproductive issues across dairy operations.
• Develop and implement effective treatment and corrective action plans.
• Provide reproductive examination and palpation services across multiple farm sites.
• Deliver veterinary support for herd health, fertility management, and disease prevention.
• Participate in an on-call rota and provide 24-hour emergency veterinary support as required.
• Analyse, interpret, and report on herd health and breeding performance data.
• Carry out surgical procedures when required.
• Support disease control and vaccination programmes.
• Conduct post-mortem examinations and assist with the investigation of herd health issues.
• Advise farm management and staff on animal welfare, health, and breeding best practices.
• Deliver training and development programmes for farm personnel in animal health and reproduction.
• Liaise with relevant agricultural and veterinary authorities where required.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, biosecurity, and welfare standards.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Veterinary Degree

Experience

• Proven experience working with large-scale dairy herds.
• Strong background in intensive dairy farming systems.
• Experience operating in arid or challenging climatic conditions would be a distinct advantage.
• Practical experience in dairy herd reproduction, fertility management, disease control, and herd health programmes.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and training skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions.
• Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Commitment to animal welfare and best-practice herd management.
• Flexible, resilient, and capable of working in demanding farm environments.

Working Environment

• The role is physically demanding and involves extensive work outdoors.
• Participation in an emergency on-call rota is an essential requirement.
• Travel between multiple livestock sites is required, including driving long distances when necessary.
• The successful candidate must be flexible regarding working hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• A collaborative approach to rota management and veterinary team operations is essential.

Key Stakeholder Relationships

The Dairy Veterinarian will work closely with:

• Senior Veterinary and Farm Management teams.
• Veterinary colleagues and farm personnel.
• Government and regulatory agricultural authorities.
• External veterinary professionals and service providers.

What's on Offer

• Competitive tax-free salary package.
• On site private Accommodation, Leisure Facilities, on site restaurants, access to vehicle, flights to and from Saudi paid for, 5/6 weeks on 2/3 weeks off rotation, 97 days annual leave.
• Opportunity to work within one of the Middle East's leading dairy production environments.
• Exposure to large-scale, technologically advanced dairy systems.
• Professional development and international career progression opportunities.

For a confidential discussion and full details on this opportunity, please contact FRS Recruitment or apply with your updated CV