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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

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

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.

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.

This role is suited to multi-skilled freelancer. Initially you will be predominantly supporting the day-to-day admin of an e-commerce business and helping us keep our social media presence active and engaging.
We’re looking for someone who can work independently, has a great eye for content and understands how to communicate with customers in a warm, helpful and authentic way.

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.

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 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)

Arrowfield Stud and Training Centre are currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our team for the role of role Horse Trainer/Breeding-Foreperson. Position is full-time and available in Scone NSW.
This is a full-time position, and the suitable applicant will need to commit to a minimum of two-years employment.
For overseas applicants, please note, a valid visa will be required to commence work
Please send detailed resume listing your horse training experience and two written references to Jess.Hood@arrowfield.com.au

Michael Freedman Racing Pty Ltd are currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join their stable. Positions are full-time and available at Randwick, NSW.

Terms of Employment
The salary will be above award – in the range of $75,000 to $82,000 per annum depending upon the level of skill.

Please send resume and a written reference to sophie@mfracing.com.au

Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm | Young, NSW
Full Time | Minimum 4+ Month Ongoing Commitment

Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm are seeking an experienced and competent Stud Hand to join our team for the busy thoroughbred breeding season, progressing into yearling sales preparation.
This is a hands on role suited to someone who is already a confident, capable horse handler and can work safely and competently with broodmares, foals and young thoroughbreds.

Duties will include:
Daily care, feeding and checking of broodmares, foals and young stock
Handling mares and foals during the breeding season
Assisting with horse movements and breeding procedures
Assisting vets and farriers
Administering treatments and medications
Monitoring horse health and identifying injuries or concerns
Handling and educating foals, weanlings and yearlings
Progressing into yearling sales preparation, including grooming, washing, hand walking, parade practice and stable duties
General stud and farm duties as required

Applicants must have:
Strong practical horse handling skills
Previous experience working with thoroughbreds, breeding stock or young horses
Confidence handling young and sometimes difficult horses
Good knowledge of general horse care and health
The ability to work independently as well as part of a team
A reliable, hardworking attitude and good attention to detail
Excellent English speaking and listening skills
A current driver’s licence and valid visa to work in Australia

A minimum commitment of 4+ months is required, with preference given to applicants able to remain through the breeding and yearling preparation season.
Working Holiday Visa holders are welcome to apply. Eligible for 88 days specified work for a second Working Holiday Visa.
Single accommodation available.

Please apply with your CV and details of your previous horse handling and stud experience to office@bownessstud.com.au.

Our stud:

We are currently hiring experienced full time ground staff to join our team.

Rotating roster with 1 full day off every week, a full weekend off every 6 weeks plus every second Sunday afternoon off

Shifts are as follows:
5:00 – 10:00 Mon – Sat mornings
2:00 – 4:30 Mon – Fri afternoons
5:00 – 8:30 Sun morning
3:00 – 4:00 Sat and Sun afternoons

All salaries are above award wage and are dependent upon experience and suitability to position.

Unfortunately our location does not qualify under the specified work/88 days for those with Working Holiday Visas.

If you’d love join our team please apply by emailing your CV to Rachel@raracing.com.au

Horse Trainer – Full-time

Yulong is seeking highly motivated and adaptive individuals to join our growing team in the full-time roles of Horse Trainer/Breeding, Horse Trainer/Breeding-Stallions and Horse Trainer/Breeding-Yearlings.

Yulong is a growing thoroughbred stud operation based in Nagambie, Victoria comprised of four farms, three of which are an easy drive to Melbourne. The breeding side of the operation, Yulong Stud and Yulong Farm, are located in the beautiful wine region of Nagambie VIC 3608. Whilst the spelling farm, Yulong Park, located in Bayles, is a short drive to the Mornington Peninsula. Yulong also has a regional farm located in Rouchel, NSW 2336.

Spread over 6,000 acres, Yulong currently has 13 resident stallions and 700 broodmares with over 350 foals to yearlings. Consigning yearlings at all major sales throughout Australia, and a racing team of 200 plus horses gives the Veterinarians great job variety and exposure to all aspects of the business.

Archibald Racing Pty Ltd is seeking experienced and capable horse trainers and forepersons to join our team across multiple locations, including Warwick Farm and Scone (NSW), Eagle Farm (QLD), and Flemington (VIC).

These are full-time, hands-on roles suited to individuals with a strong background in thoroughbred racing. Positions range from young horse trainers/riders through to senior foreperson roles, with responsibilities varying based on experience and level of seniority.

Spend your Summer in the Widden Valley!
We are seeking passionate, motivated and hardworking team members to form part our elite yearling preparation crew from the 12th of October for the 2026/27 Season.

What we can offer:
The perfect opportunity to gain valuable horse experience & learn about the industry, while at the same time providing a fun and rewarding thoroughbred experience in the most spectacular surroundings.
On farm shared furnished accommodation,
Working with an exciting young team that is passionate in helping develop skills of newcomers to the farm,
Opportunity to attend 2027 major yearling sales across Australia,
Competitive salary.

Horse Trainer

· Sutton Racing is currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our team. Positions are full-time and available in Flemington.

· Horse Trainer/2nd Foreperson – able to educate our young horses on the ground, plus responsibility for a team and barn or horses.

The salary will be above three occupations will be above award – in the range of $75,000 – $82,000 per annum depending upon the skill and 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

· 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 (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 danielle@suttonracing.com.au

Horse Trainer – Full-time
Stephen O’Halloran Racing Pty Ltd is currently seeking highly experienced and capable
staff to join our team. Positions are full-time and available at Hawkesbury Racecourse, Clarendon NSW 2756.

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 $75,000 – $80,000 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 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 a written
reference to sohalloranracing@gmail.com