Head of Department

2 weeks ago

Werribee, Australia Greencross Veterinary Hospital Full time

**Company Description** Are you ready to shape the future of emergency veterinary medicine?**

Greencross Veterinary Hospital at the University of Melbourne is seeking an inspiring leader to head our Emergency & Critical Care department. This is more than a clinical role; it’s an opportunity to lead a department, mentor the next generation of veterinarians, and set new benchmarks in patient
**Job Description** Why is this role unique?**

At GVH, you have the opportunity to make an impact that goes far beyond the patients you treat. Through our partnership with the University of Melbourne, you’ll guide and inspire final-year DVM students, shaping the next generation of veterinarians while leading the ECC team to deliver outstanding patient and client care. As Head of Department, you’ll also work alongside specialists in Surgery, Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Anaesthesia, and Diagnostic Imaging, playing a central role in a hospital where multidisciplinary teamwork drives innovation, learning, and lasting change.

**What you’ll do**
- Lead and grow our ECC team, fostering a supportive and high-performing culture.
- Deliver best-practice emergency care while mentoring interns, ECC vets, and final-year DVM students.
- Shape departmental strategy, ensuring sustainable growth, efficiency, and service excellence.
- Build systems that promote high clinical standards, exceptional student outcomes, and team engagement
- Work closely with the hospital leadership team on strategic initiatives and hospital growth

**What we’re looking for**
- A veterinarian registered (or eligible for registration) in Victoria.
- Memberships in Emergency & Critical Care (MANZCVS) are preferred but not essential
- Leadership skills with the ability to engage and inspire teams.
- A passion for education and mentoring, experience teaching students or junior clinicians is highly valued.
- Commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and evidence-based practice.

**What we offer**
- The chance to develop and shape the ECC department in one of Australia’s most advanced teaching hospitals.
- A meaningful balance of clinical practice, leadership, and mentoring
- Ongoing professional development, including journal clubs, M&M rounds, and access to Greencross’ continuing education resources
- A culture of collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.
- Competitive remuneration package tailored to your experience and leadership scope.

**Make your mark**

This is your opportunity to build something lasting: a department renowned for clinical excellence, a vibrant team culture, and a legacy of educating the next generation of veterinarians.

**Additional Information

  • Emergency Department

    2 days ago

    Werribee, Australia Mercy Health Australia Full time

    Employment Type: Fixed term Hours: 0.8 Salary: As per current Public Nursing EBA Location: Werribee Mercy Hospital Upload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualifications Contact: Lejla Ridzalovic Nurse Unit Manager - Emergency Department Where there’s life, there’s Mercy. Where there’s care, there’s You. Through the...

  • Administration Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Werribee, Australia Mercy Health Full time

    We are seeking dynamic, motivated and experienced Administrative Assistants to provide efficient and confidential administrative support to the Paediatric Department including administrative oversight of their medical workforce. The role supports the Director, in their leadership position, including meeting support, diary management and recruitment. The role...

  • Head Grower

    2 weeks ago

    Werribee South, Australia Agri Talent Full time

    PERMANENT **Head Grower**: **Salary**: AU$100000 - AU$130000 per annum + Super Werribee South VIC Your Employer Our client is one of Australians most reputable wholesale nurseries, producing high quality vegetable seedlings and supplying a range of farming customers locally and throughout regional Victoria. Since being established in the 90's, our...

  • Head Grower

    2 weeks ago

    Werribee, Victoria, Australia Agri Talent Pty Ltd Full time

    Why This Role?Lead one of Australia's most advanced vegetable seedling operationsState-of-the-art nursery with modern growing systemsAutonomy to run your own department and shape outcomesGenuine development and leadership progressionPrime location – approx. 32km south-west of Melbourne CBDYour Employer Our client is a highly respected wholesale nursery...

  • 2026 Anaesthetics Provisional Fellows and Registrars

    6 days ago

    Werribee, Australia Mercy Health Australia Full time

    Employment Type: Fixed Term Full Time or Fixed Term Part time Hours: 86 hours per fortnight Salary: from $57.71 to $79.44, Registrar Year 1 to Registrar Year 6 Location: Werribee Mercy Hospital Application: Please upload resume, cover letter,VISA status, relevant qualifications and other documentation as listed in the job ad Contact: Eoin Casey - Head...

  • Food Services Assistant

    1 week ago

    Werribee, Australia Mercy Health Full time

    **ABOUT THE ROLE**: **Summary of the role: We are seeking an experienced Food Services Assistant to work in our busy Food Services Department.** - Located at Werribee Mercy Hospital. - 6 months part time, 50 hours fortnight. Limited tenure. - Monday to Friday day shift, 9am to 2.30pm. **ABOUT YOU**: - Must have a Food Handling Certificate. - Ability to...

  • Academic Support Officer

    6 days ago

    Werribee, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

    **Academic Support Officer (Melbourne Veterinary School)**: **Position Number**: 0061233 **Location**:Werribee **Role type**:Full-time; Continuing **Faculty**:Faculty of Science **Department/School**:Melbourne Veterinary School **Salary**:UOM 5 - $83,159 - $95,518 p.a. p.a. plus 17% super - Contribute to world-class education - to play a vital role in...

  • Research Assistant in Equine Science

    5 days ago

    Werribee, Australia University of Melbourne Full time

    **Job no**: 0062236 **Location**:Werribee **Role type**:Part-time (0.2 FTE); Fixed-term for 2 years **Faculty**:Faculty of Science **Department/School**:Department of Veterinary Biosciences, Melbourne Veterinary School **Salary**:Level A - $80,258 - $108,906 p.a. (pro rata for part-time) plus 17% super - **Provide technical support for fieldwork studies and...

  • Occupational Therapist Grade 2 Acute Services

    2 weeks ago

    Werribee, Victoria, Australia Mercy Health Full time

    Employment Type: Fixed Term (until 01/12/26) - Full Time (job share considered)Hours: up to 80-hour fortnight with ADOSalary: as per EBA - Range Grade 2, year 1-4Location: Werribee Mercy Hospital (WMH)Application: Please upload resume, cover letter and evidence of qualificationContact: Emily Snaize (Acting Occupational Therapy Manager or Ever Saley (Grade 3...

  • Nurse Practitioner

    6 days ago

    Werribee, Victoria, Australia Mercy Health Full time

    Employment Type: Permanent full time / part timeSalary: As per Victorian Nursing EBA - NO1Location: Werribee Mercy Hospital - Emergency DepartmentUpload with Application: Resume, cover letter, and all relevant qualificationsContact: Lejla Ridzalovic - Where there's life, there's Mercy.Where there's care, there's You. Through the battles and the...