Yearling Prep Stud & Stable Hand Position Start 21st October 2025

Bowness Stud and Watershed Farm (near Young, NSW) require an experienced and confident horse handler of young thoroughbred horses, to start 21st October 2025.

The role involves yearling sale preparation (teaching young unbroken thoroughbred horses to walk out and stand for sale parades), grooming, washing, feeding, medicating, cleaning yards and stables plus checking horses wellbeing. Must show previous experience with horses and references on resume (preferably from a racing stable or horse stud). An honest, hardworking and enthusiastic team player preferred.

See some of our staff profiles and what it is like working with us:
Staff profile 1: https://youtu.be/I8eUdJY0tks
Staff profile 2: https://youtu.be/W5Ay9PidrHQ

Be able to walk yearlings in open spaces:

Accommodation is available. On farm we employ up to 8 backpackers at a time. This position counts towards 2nd & 3rd Yr Visa extensions. Must be available to work for minimum 4-6 months plus must be available to work over the Christmas and New Year holiday period. Email resume to office@bownessstud.com.au.