About the Opportunity A leading public health and biomedical organization is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Veterinary Services Manager / Senior Veterinarian to provide strategic veterinary leadership across animal production, research, and diagnostic programmed. This role is responsible for ensuring the highest standards of animal health, welfare, ethics, biosafety, and regulatory compliance while supporting critical public health and research initiatives. The successful candidate will oversee laboratory animal operations, quality systems, and veterinary compliance within a highly regulated scientific environment. Key Responsibilities Provide professional veterinary leadership and oversight across animal production, research, and diagnostic programmed. Ensure compliance with animal health, welfare, ethics, biosafety, and regulatory requirements. Manage small animal units, quality control operations, and stables departments. Oversee laboratory animal facilities and veterinary activities within research environments. Chair and lead institutional animal ethics committees in line with SANS 10386:2008 standards. Ensure compliance with South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) regulations and related legislative frameworks. Oversee GLP and GMP quality systems to ensure operational efficiency and compliance. Monitor analytical procedures conducted by animal technologists and interpret quality control testing results. Manage change controls, deviations, CAPAs, and validation protocols in accordance with quality standards. Conduct regular health and welfare inspections for laboratory animals and poultry flocks. Perform inspections of animal housing facilities and implement corrective actions where necessary. Prescribe and manage veterinary medicines and ensure stock availability. Respond to veterinary emergencies and provide after-hours support when required. Supervise procedures including blood collection, necropsies, and animal handling activities. Develop, implement, and review SOPs to ensure ethical and compliance standards are maintained. Manage relationships with suppliers, research institutions, and external stakeholders. Provide technical input on antivenom research, efficacy studies, and related scientific projects. Develop and facilitate training programmes and competency assessments for staff handling animals. Support institutional accreditation, facility registrations, and audit readiness initiatives. Minimum Requirements Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/MVMCH – NQF Level 7). Registration with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC). Valid driver’s licence. Minimum 5 years post-qualification veterinary experience. Supervisory or management experience will be advantageous. Experience working with equine, sheep, poultry, and laboratory animals is advantageous. Strong understanding of: GLP/GMP environments Biosafety and OHSA requirements Laboratory animal welfare and ethics Immunological processes and quality control testing Validation procedures and aseptic techniques Research methodologies and statistics Key Competencies Strategic and analytical thinking Leadership and people management Strong planning and organisational skills Budget and financial management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Problem-solving and decision-making abilities Conflict management skills Attention to detail Time management and ability to work under pressure Administrative and reporting skills Ability to develop research and strategic business documents

We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Veterinarian to join a regulated scientific and research environment. The successful candidate will provide veterinary oversight across animal research, production, and diagnostic programmes while ensuring compliance with ethical, veterinary, and biosafety standards. Minimum Requirements: ? BVSc or equivalent veterinary qualification ? Registration with SAVC ? Minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience ? Leadership or supervisory experience advantageous ? Experience with laboratory and production animals advantageous ? Strong knowledge of veterinary ethics, biosafety, and regulatory compliance ? The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary scientific environment.

A leading public health and diagnostic organisation is seeking a qualified and experienced Veterinarian to provide professional veterinary leadership across animal production, research, diagnostic, and laboratory animal programmes within a highly regulated scientific environment. This role is based in Sandringham and will support critical public health initiatives through veterinary oversight, quality assurance, biosafety compliance, and ethical animal care management across SAVP and NICD facilities. Key Responsibilities Provide veterinary leadership and oversight across animal production, research, and diagnostic programmes. Manage the Small Animal Unit, Quality Control, and Stables Department. Oversee laboratory animal activities and ensure compliance with animal welfare and ethics standards. Lead institutional animal ethics committee activities in line with SANS 10386:2008 requirements. Ensure compliance with SAVC regulations, GLP/GMP standards, biosafety requirements, GMO legislation, and animal transport regulations. Conduct health and welfare inspections for laboratory animals and poultry flocks. Monitor analytical procedures and interpret quality control testing results. Oversee CAPAs, deviations, validation protocols, and quality system processes. Develop and review SOPs and ensure operational compliance. Supervise procedures including blood collection, necropsy, and animal treatment plans. Manage supplier and research stakeholder relationships, including antivenom-related projects. Train and assess staff competency relating to animal handling and veterinary procedures. Respond to veterinary emergencies when required. Minimum Requirements Bachelor of Veterinary Science (BVSc/MVMCH – NQF 7) Registered with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) Valid driver’s licence Minimum 5 years post-qualification veterinary experience Previous supervisory or management experience advantageous Experience with laboratory animals, poultry, sheep, and equine environments advantageous Strong understanding of GLP/GMP, biosafety, animal welfare, quality systems, and veterinary ethics

? VETERINARIAN | SANDRINGHAM A leading scientific and public health organisation is seeking an experienced Veterinarian to provide veterinary oversight across animal production, laboratory, and research programmes. ? Minimum Requirements: ? BVSc/MVMCH Degree (NQF 7) ? Registered with SAVC ? Valid Driver’s Licence ? Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience ? Supervisory experience advantageous ? Experience with laboratory animals, poultry, equine, or sheep advantageous ? Key Responsibilities: ? Oversee animal health, welfare, and ethics compliance ? Manage laboratory animal and small animal units ? Conduct inspections, health checks, and quality control oversight ? Ensure compliance with GLP/GMP and biosafety standards ? Develop SOPs and staff training programmes ? Support research and quality assurance activities ? Skills & Knowledge: ? Strong leadership and communication skills ? Knowledge of animal welfare, biosafety, and quality systems ? Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities ? Ability to work in a highly regulated environment ? Location: Sandringham, Johannesburg