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New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association – Chief Executive Officer
New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders' Association | full-time
New Zealand, International
As our current CEO moves into a senior industry position, we are seeking a new CEO to continue the strong work already underway and bring their passion for the industry and a new perspective to lead our association.
Reporting to an experienced and highly engaged Council, this is a varied and influential leadership role where no two weeks are the same. One week may involve visiting members on farms, attending industry events, engaging with government agencies and industry bodies, leading strategic projects, or travelling to Wellington to represent breeders’ interests on important policy and industry matters.
Education Administrator
Racing Queensland | full-time
Brisbane, QLD
The Education Administrator is responsible for delivering efficient, accurate, and timely administrative and operational support across the organisation’s education and training functions. The role plays a key part in coordinating program activities, financial processes, student administration, and stakeholder communications to support the effective delivery of training and workforce development initiatives.
Reporting to the Education & Workforce Development Manager, the Education Administrator also provides direct support to the Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Manager, with primary responsibility for coordinating administrative functions across both the Queensland Apprentice Jockey Program (QAJP) and the Racing Queensland RTO 31452.
The Education Administrator ensures that systems, processes, and communications are managed consistently and in alignment with organisational and regulatory requirements, contributing to high-quality service delivery and compliance outcomes.
Equine Business Development Manager
Apiam Animal Health | full-time
Melbourne, VIC
Full-time | Victoria-Based | Travel Required
Apiam Animal Health is one of Australia’s leading veterinary groups, with a growing network of equine hospitals, reproduction centres, ambulatory practices and specialist equine services across the country.
As our equine division continues to expand, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Equine Business Development Manager to help shape the future of our equine businesses. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside senior equine leaders, drive strategic growth initiatives, strengthen key client partnerships and help identify future opportunities across Australia’s equine industry.
Reporting to our National Equine Manager, you will play an important role in connecting our clinics, veterinarians, clients and industry partners to ensure Apiam continues to deliver exceptional service while growing our presence across the equine sector.
About the Role
This is a highly relationship focused role that combines business development, key account management and strategic growth. You will work closely with our equine clinics, hospital teams and industry stakeholders to identify opportunities, strengthen client engagement and support the ongoing growth of our equine services.
You will build trusted relationships with studs, breeders, trainers, owners and industry partners while working alongside our veterinarians and clinic teams to align customer needs with service delivery and business objectives.
This position is based in Victoria and will require regular travel across Apiam’s equine clinics and client sites.
Why Join Apiam?
Generous remuneration offered inline with experience
This is an opportunity to play a key role in one of Australia’s fastest growing equine veterinary networks.
You’ll work alongside respected equine veterinarians and business leaders while helping shape the future direction of equine services across the country. The role offers autonomy, variety, industry engagement and the chance to make a genuine impact on the growth of a national equine business.
At Apiam, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that is passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes for clients, horses, veterinarians and the wider equine industry.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant industry and commercial experience by the 31st of August 2026
Industry Policy Coordinator
Racing Queensland | full-time
Brisbane, QLD
Reporting to the Industry Policy Manager, this role supports the development, review and
implementation of rules of racing and industry-related policies, procedures and guidelines across the
three codes of racing.
This role assists with research, drafting, consultation, stakeholder communication, implementation
materials and coordination and implementation support for rules and policy matters, including
support for the RQ Rules and Policy Panel and related industry engagement processes.
Experienced Stablehands & Barn Leader – Euroa & Pakenham
Lindsay Park Racing | full-time | Above Award Wages
Lindsay Park Racing is seeking experienced Stablehands to join our teams at our Euroa and Pakenham stables, as well as an experienced Barn Leader to join our Pakenham operation.
These are excellent opportunities for motivated and reliable people to join a leading thoroughbred racing operation and work within a professional, supportive and high-performing team environment.
We offer competitive above-award wages, stable-specific rosters and opportunities for eligible Working Holiday visa holders to complete their 88 days of specified farm work. Accommodation is available at selected locations.
Stud Hand
Cressfield | full-time
Hunter, NSW
Cressfield is seeking an experienced horse person, preferably with Stud experience, for the 2026 Breeding season. There is the potential for the position to continue into the Yearling sales prep season.
Full time opportunities
Gai Waterhouse & Adrian Bott Racing | full-time | as per lisitng
Sydney, NSW
Horse Trainer – Full-time
Gai Waterhouse and Adrian Bott are currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our stable on a full-time basis. Positions are available at Randwick NSW and Flemington VIC.
Young Horse Trainer/Rider – able to ride 8 -10 horses per morning (with particular emphasis on riding pace/timed work and jump outs)
Young Horse Trainer/2nd Foreperson – able to educate our young horses on the ground, plus responsibility for a team and barn or horses.
Horse Trainer/Foreperson – able to educate our horses on the ground with ability to manage a team of horses and staff and prepare horse training reports for the head trainer and owners.
The salary will be above award – in the range of $75,000 to $95,000 per annum depending upon your skill level and the level of responsibility.
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
• Ability to plan and implement training regimes and feeding plans, record all horse training data and maintain horse training data and records may be required for senior roles
• 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 professional thoroughbred horse experience to john@gaiwaterhouse.com.au
Horse Trainer
Widden Stud Australia | full-time | $75,000-$85,000
Hunter, NSW
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.
The salary will be above award – in the range of $75,000 to $85,000 per annum depending upon the skill set and level of responsibility. Accommodation maybe offered on the farm.
To apply, please forward your resume, qualifications & at least 2 written references to: info@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.
Veterinary Nurse/ Technician
Widden Stud Australia | full-time | $75,000-$85,000
Hunter, NSW
Widden Stud Australia located in the Hunter Valley, NSW and in Riddell’s Creek, Victoria currently accepting applicants full-time for the role of Veterinary Nurse/Technician.
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.
Farm Hand
Cressfield | full-time
Hunter, NSW
A position has become available for a full- time farm hand to join the Cressfield farming team.
Set on 2200 hectares, 10 mins north of Scone, Cressfield is a Thoroughbred breeding enterprise incorporating lucerne hay and beef cattle enterprises managed under regenerative agriculture principles.
Reporting to the Farming manager the role will include:
• Irrigation and stock water system operation and maintenance
• Farm Machinery operation and maintenance
• Lucerne hay and silage making across 50 hectares
• Fencing and general farm maintenance
• Cattle husbandry for 250 Angus breeders
The successful applicant will have a passion for agriculture, a willingness to learn and show attention to detail. Being able to work individually as well as part of a small established team is crucial. Some farming experience is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.
Renumeration offered will reflect age and experience.
Please send all applications to
evan@cressfield.com.au
Home Groom
Ouverture Sport Horses | full-time | Award wage
Regional Canberra, ACT
Looking for a full-time live in Home Groom at Sutton Ouverture. We are located 20minutes from Canberra Airport. You will work alongside our full-time Stable Manager and Rider. Very professional environment on a beautiful property. Very fun and easy going workplace with a welcoming small team. Added bonus of a car available for use on one of your days off. Start date ideally 5th of September.
Horse Trainer Manager
Yandoo Equestrian Services | full-time | $80,000 pa salary
Sydney, NSW
Yandoo Equestrian Services is seeking an experienced and passionate Horse Trainer Manager to join our professional equestrian team. This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone with extensive horse knowledge, strong stable management experience, and the ability to oversee both horse care and staff operations in a busy performance stable environment.
The successful applicant will play a vital role in managing the daily operations of the stable, maintaining horse health and welfare, coordinating staff, and training horses across multiple disciplines including Hunter, Equitation, and Showjumping.
Equine Truck Driver
Yulong Investments | full-time
Other regional, VIC
Yulong Stud is experiencing an exciting period of growth, and with the addition of a new horse truck to our fleet, we’re seeking an experienced Truck Driver to join our team at our prestigious stud farm in Nagambie, Victoria.
This full-time role offers a great opportunity for someone with a passion for the thoroughbred industry to play a key part in transporting horses safely and efficiently. You’ll be working Monday to Friday with rotating weekends, and occasional overtime will be required during the busy breeding season. On days without scheduled movements, you’ll assist with general stud duties.
Experienced Rider
Luskin Park | full-time
Hunter, NSW
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced rider to join our team at Luskin Park.
Luskin Park is the spelling and pre-training arm of multiple Group 1-winning stable, Matthew C. Smith Racing.
The farm is conveniently located in the lower Hunter Valley only 15 minutes from the Hunter Expressway, 20 minutes from Maitland and 50 minutes from Newcastle Airport.
This position can be ride-only Monday to Friday mornings or alternatively a full-time ride and stable hand position.
Riders start at 6am and are generally finished by 10am. You can expect to ride between 6-10 horses each morning, using a combination of facilities, including our 50m x 80m purpose-built exercise arena and 500m deep sand track.
An attractive per ride rate is on offer and additional stud/stable hand work is available if you are looking to pick up extra hours.
Accommodation can be arranged for the right applicant.
Previous experience riding thoroughbred pre-trainers or trackwork is favourable. A background in performance horses will also be strongly considered.
If you’d like to join a young, fun and supportive team who are passionate about conditioning equine athletes, we’d love to hear from you.
Please submit your resume, including a cover letter and references.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
Polo Groom
The Equine Hub | full-time
Sydney, NSW
Polo grooming position available.
This is to care for a string of polo ponies based in the Hawkesbury, NSW.
No prior experience in polo is required however being a confident rider is a must.
Job is 6 days per week (Monday is the day off)
Opportunity to learn and grow.
Applicant must be able to commit to Mid August – Mid November (with the opportunity to continue)
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