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A new position is available for a Senior Stud Hand and Staff Training role at Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm, located near Young, NSW 2594 Australia.

The role involves overseeing, accompanying and training stud and stable staff in basic tasks such as the feed run, drenching, treating, identifying injuries, catching and moving horses, teaching how to identify horses from paddock lists, keeping records, checking horses off paddock lists, ensuring tasks are done properly, safely and also to build the confidence and competency of the stud workers.

The role is to ensure treatments and other instructions are followed correctly, the day sheet is filled in correctly, complete staff inductions and staff assessment and the overall organisation/reporting of day to day tasks outside the barn.

It does require someone who is a team player, a people person, has patience & leadership skills, kindness and very good teaching skills, along with extensive past horse experience. The role does involve doing the horse work with the stud and stable staff to build competency across the farm.

Applicant must have current working rights in Australia and be looking for long term work. We are regional Australia so qualify for 2nd & 3rd working holiday visas. Excellent English speaking & listening skills are essential.

Please forward resumes to office@bownessstud.com.au outlining past equine experience and employment, plus provide contact details for equine related referees. This position has accommodation available for the right applicant and a competitive salary.

Yulong Stud is offering an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Foaling Unit Manager for the 2025 breeding season.

As the Foaling Unit Manager, you will oversee the daily operations of our foaling unit and be responsible for the care and management of all pre and post foaling mares, ensuring the safe and successful delivery of newborn foals. You will lead a team of dedicated and passionate equine professionals, working together to achieve the highest standards of care.

Yulong Stud, a prestigious thoroughbred breeding operation, is seeking a skilled and experienced Broodmare Manager to support the care and management of our elite broodmare band.

Working under the direction of the Property Manager, this full-time role offers the opportunity to step into a leadership position within one of Australia’s leading thoroughbred Studs. You will play a key role in assisting with the day-to-day operations, staff supervision, and ensuring the highest standards of horse care, especially during the busy breeding and foaling seasons.

Yulong Stud is seeking an experienced Stallion Groom. Reporting directly to the Stallion Manager, you’ll contribute to the smooth daily operations of our prestigious stallion barn and covering shed.
This is a unique opportunity to work at a world-class facility, alongside a dynamic group of stallions and a dedicated team of passionate horse people. At Yulong, we value professionalism, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence and we’re looking for someone who shares those values.

Starting at the end of July 2025 and reporting to the Stud Manager, you will play an important role in our foaling unit. This is a great opportunity to work with a large team of experienced and passionate horse people included but not limited to managerial staff, veterinarians, senior foaling attendants and veterinary nurses.

Horse Trainer – Full-Time

Matt Laurie Racing is currently seeking full-time, highly experienced, and capable staff to join our stable at Moorooduc VIC 3933.

Positions available are:
 ·         Horse Trainer/Senior Foreperson 
o    Applicants for the position should be able educate young horses and supervise all associated activities in the horse training regime, including veterinary care, vet liaison, transport of horses and activities with support services, such as the farriers and dentists; Supervise staff and set rosters; Advise trainer on factors affecting horses and their education; Supervise horse feeding program to ensure optimum fitness and performance and ensuring supplies are ordered and maintained as well as ensure staff train horses in line with training plans

 ·         Horse Trainer/Rider
o    Able to ride 8 -10 horses per morning (with particular emphasis on riding pace/timed work and jump outs).   

The salary will be above award – in the range of $73,000 to $95,000 per annum depending upon the level of skill as a foreperson/rider/educator.

Essential Skills:
All applicants must have a minimum of 3-years full time professional experience in the role, or 2 years full time experience and a relevant qualification.  
In addition, the following will be required:
·         Knowledge and experience of horse training and handling methods specific to thoroughbred racing
·         Proven ability to train, ride and educate horses
·         Oral and written communication skills of a level to take instruction and provide information
·         Ability to work in a team and independently (or proven management experience if the position is for a foreperson role)
·         Knowledge of safe operation of all equipment and use of personal protective equipment
·         Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations and demonstrated skills in safe operation of equipment relevant to the training and preparation of racehorses

Desirable Qualification:
·         International experience
·         A Certificate III or equivalent international qualification

Please send a detailed CV outlining your horse training experience to admin@mattlaurieracing.com.au     

Widden Stud Australia located in the Hunter Valley, NSW and also in Riddells Creek, Victoria currently accepting applicants full-time for the role of Horse Trainer/Breeding and Horse Trainer/Yearlings.

The roles are full time, and the successful applicant will work with either stallions, broodmares, foals, young stock and/or yearlings. We are looking for a motivated, determined & experienced individual who has professional horse stud experience.

The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of industry best practice, with either international experience or a thorough understanding of the global trends of the thoroughbred industry.

To apply, please forward your resume, qualifications & at least 2 written references to:
admin@widden.com

Australian residents and citizens as well overseas applicants with a visa are invited to apply. Consideration may be given to highly skilled applicants without a visa if no other suitable person applies.

Evergreen Stud is currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our team. Positions are full-time and available in Heatherbrae NSW.
• Horse Trainer/Rider
o able to ride 8 -10 horses per morning (with particular emphasis on riding pace/timed work and jump outs).
o able to ride and educate young stock.

• Horse Trainer/Foreperson
o able to educate our young horses on the ground.
o be responsible for a team and a barn or horses.
o manage and lead a team.
o assist the head trainer with all horses and training duties.
The salaries will be above award – in the range of $70,000 to $77,000 per annum depending upon the level of skill as a rider/educator or foreperson.

Essential Skills:
All applicants must have a minimum of 3-years full time professional experience in the role, or at least 2 years full time highly relevant experience and a relevant qualification.
In addition, the following will be required:
• Knowledge and experience of horse training and handling methods specific to thoroughbred racing
• Proven ability to train and educate young horses
• Where appropriate ability to pre-train young horses
• Experience breaking and starting young horses is preferred
• Oral and written communication skills of a level to take instruction and provide information
• Ability to work in a team and independently (or proven management experience if the position is for a foreperson role)
• Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations and demonstrated skills in safe operation of equipment relevant to the training and preparation of racehorses
• Proven as reliable workers, with excellent horsemanship skills

Please send detailed resume listing your horse training experience and two written references to admin@evergreenstudfarm.com

Travis Doudle Racing is currently seeking full-time, highly experienced, and capable staff to join our
stable at Morphettville, South Australia.
ROLE: Horse Trainer/Rider – able to ride 8 -10 horses per morning (with particular emphasis on riding pace/timed work and jump outs).

Archibald Neasham Racing Pty Ltd is currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our team. Positions are full-time and available at Warwick Farm, Rosehill & Scone NSW, Pakenham VIC and Eagle Farm QLD.

• Horse Trainer/Forepersons (senior and 2nd Forepersons) – able to educate our young horses on the ground, plus responsibility for a team and barn or horses. The salary will be above award – in the range of $70,000 to $100,000 per annum depending upon the level of responsibility.

• Young Horse Trainer/Rider – able to ride 8 -10 horses per morning (with particular emphasis on riding pace/timed work and jump outs).The salary will be above award – in the range of $70,000 to $90,000 per annum depending upon the level of responsibility.

Cody Morgan Racing is currently seeking a reliable, full time track work rider for six mornings per week (6am-930am, Monday – Saturday).

The successful applicant MUST have extensive track riding experience riding both younger and mature thoroughbred racehorses and be confident in riding gallops and pace work. Prior experience and a current track work license are required.

Skills required:

– Competence in riding fast work

– Punctuality, reliability, the ability to follow instructing and to work unsupervised within a team environment.

What we offer:

– Competitive salary for the right applicant

– Sponsorship opportunities for the right candidate

– Friendly team environment.

Great opportunity if you have horses of your own to enjoy free agistment at the stables situated 8 minutes from town.

– Assistance with accommodation available.

Only apply if you have experience as a track work rider.

Email: admin@codymorganracing.com.au

Phone: 0491670334

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $78,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Morning shift

Work Location: In person

We’re seeking self-motivated individuals for our Scone Stable.

Our team is dedicated to delivering top-notch care to our thoroughbreds, and we’re looking for candidates who share this commitment to excellence. If you’re ready to step up, take ownership of your role, and make a meaningful difference in the world of horse racing, we invite you to apply and join us in shaping the future of Archibald Neasham Racing.

Full time and Part time positions available.

Share house accommodation may be available.

We are seeking an addition to our team to prepare the daily feeds for our racehorses as well as managing the stock/feed inventory.

This is a full time position that you would be required to commit to early morning starts and some afternoon shifts in our busy racing stables located in Cranbourne.

Horse / livestock experience & knowledge required.

You need to be fit & capable to lift chaff/feed bags, ~ 25kgs, and assist with the unloading of deliveries.

E-mail your resume to accounts@gregeurell.com.au

Anthony Freedman Racing Pty Ltd is currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our team. Positions are full-time and available at Pinecliff in Mt Eliza, Victoria.

Horse Trainer/Rider – able to ride 8 -10 horses per morning with particular emphasis on riding pace/timed work, jump outs and educating young horses.
The salary will be above award – in the range of $70,000 – $75,000 per annum depending upon the level of responsibility and experience.

Essential Skills:

All applicants must have a minimum of 3-years full time professional experience in the role, or at least 2 years full time highly relevant experience and a relevant qualification.

In addition, the following will be required:

Knowledge and experience of horse training and handling methods specific to thoroughbred racing
Proven ability to train and educate young horses
Where appropriate ability to pre-train young horses
Oral and written communication skills of a level to take instruction and provide information
Ability to work in a team and independently
Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations and demonstrated skills in safe operation of equipment relevant to the training and preparation of racehorses
Proven as reliable workers, with excellent horsemanship skills

Please send detailed resume listing your horse training experience along with two written references to billie@freedman.com.au