Farm Manager – Pre-Export Isolation

The Manager – Pre-Export Isolation is responsible for overseeing all aspects relating to the Pre Export Isolation of horses in the care of IRT.

Duties of the Manager Pre-Export Isolation role include but not limited to:
* Maintaining all bio-security regulations and Pre Export Isolation (PEI) guidelines set out by importing country.
* Monitoring and training of staff in bio-security, PEI guidelines and horse handling/welfare.
* Ensuring compliance with all bio-security and PEI guidelines (determined by country of import) by all staff on site.
* Conduct new staff inductions on horse practices and safety procedures.
* Planning, coordinating and overseeing operations at IRT Park.
* General horse management and handling.
* Staff supervision and coordination.
* Stock coordination and ordering.
* Oversea the coordination of feeding and feed plans of horses including but not limited to ordering feed and supplies.
* Monitor unwell horses, administration, and documentation of medications/treatments.
* Liaise with and coordinate all external services including veterinarians and farriers.
* Documentation of horse arrival/departure reports.
* Coordinate the set-up and clean-up of the facility.
* Assist with the recruitment of new staff
* Provide reports as requested.
* Assist with the loading/unloading of horses at the airport as required.
* Additional tasks as required.

Qualifications and Experience
* Proven experience handling stallions and difficult horses
* Proven experience in horse husbandry
* Proven experience in administering medications
* Proven admin and report writing skills
* Experience managing an equine quarantine facility, preferred but not required.

Skills
* Admin and report writing
* Staff management
* Horse husbandry
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work well under pressure
* Ability to work as part of a team and on your own as required
* Strong time management skills
* Excellent problem-solving skills

Base Salary
* $70,000 – $85,000 per year
* Accommodation on Farm
* Company vehicle