Assistant Broodmare Manager
Yulong Investments | full-time
Hunter, NSW
Job Description
Yulong Stud’s newly acquired property in NSW, Segenhoe, is seeking a skilled and experienced Assistant Broodmare Manager to support the care and management of our elite broodmare band.
Working alongside the Broodmare manager and reporting to the Stud 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.
Why You’ll Love It Here:
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your leadership career within a well-resourced, supportive, and fast-paced breeding environment.
This is a Full-Time ongoing position, shared accommodation, and an attractive Salary package are available to the successful candidate, dependent on experience.
Job Responsibilities
• Assist with the daily management of farm operations, care of broodmares, foals and weanlings.
• Monitoring mares and foals’ general health and wellbeing in collaboration with staff.
• Effectively assist with the management of foal's injuries, illness and limb deformities.
• Plan and coordinate staff and horses for Veterinary work, farrier, branding, handling and dentist work.
• Oversee the administration of medications, vaccinations, bandages and drenches under the guidance of the veterinarians and management staff.
• Keep accurate records of all treatments, procedures, vetting, farrier work and movements.
• Induction and training of new staff members, if required.
• Uphold biosecurity, hygiene, and safety to high standards.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth daily operations and assist if required.
• Lead operations in the Broodmare Manager’s absence.
• Other ad hoc duties if required.
Job Requirements
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a professional thoroughbred breeding environment.
• Excellent Horsemanship skills
• Strong understanding of equine reproduction, mare and foal care.
• Excellent Communication, attention to detail and staff management skills.
• A clean Driver’s license and eligibility to work in Australia.
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to Brian Clarke at Brian.Clarke@yulonginvest.com.au