Experienced Race Horse Trainer

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