JOBS

Sutton Park is a state-of-the-art thoroughbred breeding farm located in Northern NSW, 30-40 minutes from the Gold Coast.

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic individual to join our small team to help care for our mares, foals and spellers – ensuring their health, safety, and development.

This is a hands-on role that involves all stud farm duties.

If you are passionate about broodmare and foal care and have the proven skills and experience, we look forward to hearing from you.

Send your CV or a summary of your horse experience to forms@suttonparkracing.com.au

Luskin Park is seeking an experienced manager to oversee the day-to-day running of the farm.

An integral arm of Matthew C. Smith Racing, the farm is home to approximately 80 horses in various stages of preparation, ranging from long term agistment and rehabilitation, to pre-training and full work.

The successful applicant will work closely with Matthew and his wife Melissa, as well as the foreperson who manages the horses in pre-training and training.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to continue their career in thoroughbred farm management. You’ll be joining a close-knit team who are passionate about horses and who share the common goal of preparing elite equine athletes to perform at their best.

An excellent remuneration package is on offer including a newly renovated farm house suitable for a family.

To apply, please submit you cover letter and resume, including the contact details of three referees.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

For more information on the role, please contact Melissa Smith on 0417 673 336.

Yulong Stud has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Laboratory Manager to join the Veterinary team within our business. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the on-site laboratory and supporting the veterinary services across all aspects of our thoroughbred stud operations.

Yulong is a growing thoroughbred stud based in Nagambie, Victoria. Spread over 4,000 acres across four adjoining properties, Yulong currently stands eleven resident stallions, manages approximately 700 broodmares and over 350 foals to yearlings. Consigning yearlings at all major sales throughout Australia, and with a racing team of over 200 horses, our Veterinary and Laboratory team experiences excellent job variety within a large-scale, progressive breeding operation.

Our veterinary facilities include a fully equipped laboratory with IDEXX hematology, chemistry, and blood gas machines, as well as the capacity for cultures and sensitivities, urinalysis, and faecal egg counts.

As the Veterinary Laboratory Manager, you will be responsible for running and operating the lab, preparing and processing a range of veterinary samples to support timely and accurate diagnosis and treatment of our equine patients. You’ll work closely with our veterinarians and be a key contributor to our commitment to delivering high-level clinical care.

This is a hands-on, rewarding role within a passionate, collaborative team and would suit someone with a strong interest in equine health and diagnostics. You will be joining an established Veterinary team consisting of six resident Veterinarians, a Practice Manager, three full-time Veterinary Nurses, one part-time Veterinary Nurse, and Stud support staff. The Laboratory Manager plays a key leadership role within this structure, ensuring laboratory efficiency, compliance, and high standards of diagnostic support.

If you are ambitious and looking to further develop your career within a large and progressive equine enterprise, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

Champions Horse Transport are based in South Australia & Victoria, running Interstate Weekly and Local Transport Daily.

SEEKING A FULL-TIME COMPETITION GROOM ⭐️ King Ranch Equestrian are a showjumping stable of 11 high performance horses. We are located 1 1/2 hours south of Sydney in the Southern Highlands. We are looking for a professional worker to help the smooth running of show preparation at home and at shows. We currently have 11 horses travelling with us up and down the east coast, with more at home as a part of our breeding program. Everyday duties include: grooming, mucking out stables and paddocks, feeding and helping out with farriers and vets. This is not a riding position but you will work closely alongside our three King Ranch riders, our other staff members and the horses. ⭐️Must have: – Previous horse experience – Speak fluent English – the ability to maintain high work standard with very close attention to detail ⭐️Accomodation is included onsite. ⭐️5 day work week.

Gardenvale Polo, situated in Regional Australia at Frogmore in NSW are seeking an experienced full-time, Horse Trainer/Polo.
The purpose of role: To meet all aspects of the Australian Polo operation requirements of Finemore Pastoral and associated entity Gardenvale Polo and to support the international horse training, breeding and selection program.

Essential Criteria
• Extensive experience with all aspects of Polo operations
• Proven experience training polo ponies and developing a string of ponies fit for purpose
• Previous experience managing a team
• Proficient computer skills
• Polo tournament event management experience an advantage
• Ability to work autonomously with minimum instruction and direction
• Excellent communication and relationship managements skills
• Thorough understanding of pedigree selection of polo
• Adaptable and flexible to changing needs
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills
• Ability to support team members and operate collaboratively
• Ability to maintain confidential information and exercise discretion

An appropriate salary of between $75,000 and $80,000 will be offered.

Please send cover letter and resume to Natasha Field at Finemore Pastoral natasha.field@rft.net.au

Looking for a reliable stable attendant for a fully functional horse transport depo.

Please email resume to office@championsht.onmicrosoft.com
Ph. Claire 0409 671 446

We are looking for an enthusiastic thoroughbred lover to join our small team. The role involves all stud farm duties and participate must be reliable and hard working.

Clayton Douglas Racing are currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our team. Position is full-time and available in Mornington VIC.

Horse Trainer/Rider
Duties will include:
• Able to ride 6 -10 horses per morning (with particular emphasis on riding pace/timed work and jump outs)
• Ability to train and educate young stock and ride timed work
• Re-educating horses
• Daily management and education of horses for racing

The salary will be above award – in the range of $75,000 to $77,000 per annum depending upon 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 breeding and yearlings and racing
• Knowledge, skills and experience of stable management and preparation of horses for breeding and sale
• Proven ability to train and educate young horses
• Oral and written communication skills of a level to take instruction and provide information
• Proven ability to manage a small team
• 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 thoroughbreds

Please send detailed resume listing your horse training experience and two written references to racing@claytondouglasracing.com.au

Looking for an experienced polo horse trainer with min 3 years of proven experience
breaking and making young polo ponies. Must have strong work ethic and references
working in polo industry.

Lindsay Park Racing is currently seeking highly experienced & capable full-time staff to join our team.
Positions are available Lindsay Park Racing – Euroa VIC 3666, Pakenham VIC 3810 and Flemington VIC 3031
• Horse Trainer/Rider – able to ride 8 -10 horses per morning with ability to ride pace/timed work as well as educate horses through barriers.
• Horse Trainer/2nd Foreperson – able to educate our young horses on the ground, plus responsibility for a team and barn or horses.
• Young Horse Trainer/Rider/Foreperson – as above Horse Trainer/Rider above, plus demonstrated ability to manage client communication and training systems designed to track the horses in training.

The salary will be above award – in the range of $70,000 to $85,000 per annum plus super and staff incentive schemes.

Fully functional canteen and some accommodation available together with assistance in transition to the appropriate applicants at our Euroa property.

We have a great opportunity for an experienced stable/stud hand to join our well-established team at Luskin Park.

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.

An attractive salary package is on offer for the successful applicant with favourable working hours. On-farm accommodation is also available.

As a member of the Luskin Park team, you’ll get the chance to develop your horse husbandry skills and knowledge of racing, pre-training and spelling.

Archibald Racing Pty Ltd is seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our professional thoroughbred racing operation.
Full-time positions are available at Warwick Farm (NSW), Scone (NSW), Eagle Farm (QLD), and Flemington (VIC).

We are recruiting for the following roles:

Young Horse Trainer / Rider
Capable of riding 8–10 horses per morning, with a strong emphasis on pace/timed work and jump-outs.
Salary above award, $70,000 – $90,000 per annum, depending on experience and responsibility.

Horse Trainer / Foreperson (Senior & 2IC roles)
Responsible for educating young horses on the ground and overseeing a team and/or barn of horses.
Salary above award, $70,000 – $100,000 per annum, depending on experience and responsibility.