Career Opportunities: Veterinarian (Farming)

About Almarai

Almarai is a vertically integrated dairy company and a leading food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company in the region. Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Almarai is recognized as the #1 FMCG Brand in the MENA region and holds a market leadership position across its categories in the GCC. The company employs over 46,000 professionals across the GCC, Egypt, and Jordan. In 2025, Almarai reported a net income of SAR billion on sales of SAR 22 billion.

The Veterinarian (Farming) Role

Almarai is seeking a dedicated Veterinarian to support its large-scale dairy farming operations. This full-time role focuses on ensuring the health, welfare, and productivity of dairy cattle through preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment. The Veterinarian will work closely with farm operations teams to manage herd health, prevent diseases, and support overall farm performance across assigned farms. This position requires 2-5 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain the health status of dairy cattle through regular inspections and preventive programs.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and overall herd health issues.
• Develop and implement vaccination, deworming, and biosecurity programs.
• Provide reproductive health support, including calving management and fertility monitoring.
• Collaborate with farm management and nutrition teams to optimize animal performance and milk production.
• Maintain accurate medical records, treatment logs, and compliance documentation.
• Train farm staff on animal handling, hygiene, and early disease detection.
• Ensure adherence to animal welfare standards and company policies.
• Support audits and regulatory compliance related to veterinary and farm practices.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of experience in dairy farm or large-scale livestock operations.
• Strong knowledge of herd health, dairy production, and preventive veterinary practices.
• Experience in reproductive management and disease control.
• Ability to work effectively in farm environments and manage large herds.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in large commercial dairy operations.
• Familiarity with modern herd management systems.
• International experience in dairy farm operations is considered an advantage.

Compensation and Benefits

Almarai offers a competitive tax-free remuneration package for this role. Benefits include a company-provided vehicle, generous annual leave, comprehensive medical coverage, a discretionary bonus scheme, and opportunities for training and development.