Veterinarian/Senior Veterinarian

National Parks Board

Fixed Terms

Closing on 15 Sep 2025

What the role is

The Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS), a cluster of NParks, safeguards the health and welfare of animals through comprehensive and integrated programmes and works closely with partners in the veterinary and animal-related industries to strengthen capacities and enhance competencies in animal health and welfare. It is the main touch-point on animal and veterinary matters in Singapore and the first responder for all animal-related feedback. It also conducts public education and engagement programmes to foster a humane and gracious society for all, where pet owners, communities, and animals co-exist in greater harmony within our City in Nature.

What you will be working on

The Centre for Animal Rehabilitation (CAR) under the Professional and Scientific Services Division receives lost pets, stray, and community animals. We strive to provide the best care for the animals in our shelter as we work towards reuniting them with their owner, rehabilitate and rehome those which are unclaimed. As a Senior Veterinarian in the Animal Shelter and Veterinary Section (ASV), you will be responsible for the veterinary care and management of animals at the Centre, as well as supervising a team of veterinary professionals, paraprofessionals and technicians.

• Veterinary care and management of animals that fall under the care of CAR, including physical examination, triage, diagnostics, treatment, medication, veterinary and surgical procedures, and sampling for biosurveillance.
• Supervise and guide the team running the operations at the animal shelter and shelter clinic, including biosecurity, veterinary and clinical records, process review, procurement, and management of inventory and contract services, workplace health and safety, compliance with ISO and SOPs.
• Provide veterinary support for ongoing AVS programmes including surgical sterilisation of community dogs and cats, rehabilitation and rehoming of animals, disease outbreak investigation, inspection, and biosurveillance.
• Supervise and work with a team of shelter managers, veterinary technicians, interns, volunteers, and contracted service providers.
• Engage stakeholders such as Animal Welfare Groups, rehomers, and the community.
• Assist with other programmes and activities as required.

What we are looking for

• Area of study in Veterinary Science/Veterinary Medicine or related areas.
• At least 5 years working experience in veterinary clinics or animal shelters is required.
• Competent in handling and treatment of common companion animal species, including but not limited to dogs, cats, small mammals, red-eared sliders, and birds.
• Positive, independent, self-motivated, meticulous, and enthusiastic.
• Able to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office Applications.

Office location: Animal Management Centre, 57 Sungei Tengah Road, Singapore

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Successful candidates will be offered an 11-month employment contract on a full or part time basis.

About National Parks Board

At the National Parks Board (NParks), we take pride in conserving our natural heritage and enhancing green spaces for all to enjoy in our City in Nature. We have a multi-talented and highly passionate team that is driven by the goal to create a unique world-class living environment through excellence in biodiversity conservation, greenery and recreation, and veterinary care in partnership with the community. If you share our love for nature and animals, and our zest for innovation and continuous learning, we have the perfect working environment for you.

About your application process

This job is closing on 15 Sep 2025.

If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and for other roles within National Parks Board or the wider Public Service.