Horse Trainer / Breeding – Assistant Foaling Manager

Horse Trainer -Full-time
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 – Assistant Foaling Manager. 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

Horse Trainer/Breeding - Assistant Foaling Manager –
Duties will include:
o Training broodmares and young stock
o Monitoring and handling of mares imminently in foal
o Foaling, including pre- and post-natal care of broodmares and foals
o Monitoring mare ovulation and pregnancy
o Early education of foals and young stock
o Educating and preparing weanlings and yearlings for sale
o Overseeing daily care and supervision of horses and staff supervision where required
o Assisting Veterinarians with ultrasound/reproduction examination including assisting in birthing foals and administering medical treatment to foals

Essential Criteria
• A Certificate III or equivalent international qualification, or in the absence of a qualification a minimum of three years’ professional full-time experience educating and training horses
• A minimum of two years’ equivalent full-time experience handling and working with and educating thoroughbred horses
• Knowledge and experience of horse training and handling methods specific to thoroughbreds, including stallions, sales or breeding
• Proven ability to train and educate young horses
• Oral and written communication skills of a level to take instruction; provide information and advice to others and prepare basic reports
• 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