Horse Jobs in Australia & New Zealand

TRACKWORK RIDERS

[EQUUS129946]

LOCATION: Kensington, Sydney, Australia

Experienced track work rider's required for Randwick Stables, Sydney. You will be working with one of Australias most respected trainers based in both Sydney & Melbourne. Applicants must be experienced, reliable, have a good work ethic and be able to work well as part of a team. Excellent conditions.

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time
SALARY: Award
EARLIEST START: Immediate start
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Junior Stable Hand Position Vacant

[EQUUS130098]

Junior Stable Hand Position Vacant

LOCATION: Scone, Hunter Valley, Australia

An enthusiastic, motivated person is wanted for a leading Hunter Valley stud farm. Duties include assisting in weaning, feeding and day-to-day care of mares and foals. Some horse experience is desirable as well as a good attitude and an ability to work in a team environment. This is a long term career prospect position.

JOB CATEGORY: Breeding & Studs
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time
SALARY: Not Specified
EARLIEST START: Not Specified
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"This Position Has Now Been Filled" Stable Assistant

[EQUUS129981]

LOCATION: Mornington Peninsula, Victoria, Australia

Leading Dressage stables on the Mornington Peninsula requires a full time stable assistant. Duties include all aspects of stable duties as well as riding and grooming. Must be available weekends. Please forward resume to fiona@boneopark.com.au

JOB CATEGORY: Horse sport & Equestrian
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time
SALARY: Not Specified
EARLIEST START: Not Specified
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Track Work Rider

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[EQUUS130111]

Track Work Rider

LOCATION: Based on the corner of Caloundra Rd and the Bruce Hway, 1.5km from the Sunshine Coast Turf Club

An experienced track work rider is required for a private training complex at Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast. Work is conducted both on our property and at the track at Caloundra. Applicants must be experienced, reliable, have a good work ethic and be able to work well as part of a team. For more information please contact David or Kristie .

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time
SALARY: Not Specified
EARLIEST START: Immediately
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Track work Riders Wanted

[EQUUS129846]

LOCATION: Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne, Australia

Track work riders wanted for a leading Melbourne stable based at Flemington. International applicants are more than welcome to apply. Travel expenses will be covered by the stable for the correct applicant (conditions will apply) Visa and work permits will also be covered by the stable for for the correct applicant. We will expect reliability and consistency. Above AWARD Wages, but this will be negotiable depending on experience.

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time, Part Time, Casual, Morning (am)
SALARY: Negotiable depending on experience
EARLIEST START: Immediately
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"This Position Has Been Filled" Business Development Manager

[EQUUS130067]

LOCATION: See website www.princesspark.com.au

Princess Park Thoroughbred Farm is a new farm located in Nagambie in central Victoria. The business offers spelling, pre-training and breaking-in services. As well as this Princess Park breeds, sells and races thoroughbreds. The business is growing at a steady pace and we require a motivated person to work alongside the Operations Manager to develop the business further. The person will be involved in all facets of the business including; owner communication, administration, sales, marketing, raceday attendance, owner relations, event management, and website maintainence. The applicant will also be involved in the establishment of new businesses (thoroughbred specific) which will be managed alongside the Princess Park business. This is a very exciting opportunity to anyone keen on furthering their management experience in the thoroughbred industy.

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing, Administration, Retail & Sales
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time
SALARY: Negotiable
EARLIEST START: February 2010
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"This Position Has Now Closed" Stable Liaison/Education Officer

[EQUUS130081]

LOCATION: Flemington, Victoria, Australia

An exciting opportunity exists to join the peak body for thoroughbred racing in Victoria. This role will see you combining your racing industry and vocational education training experience to deliver training and assessment to stablehands and trackriders across Victoria. This will be a 3 day per week fixed term appointment until 31 December 2010 . To obtain a position description access the RVL website – www.racingvictoria.net.au, click on About RVL, Positions Vacant. Written applications including a cover letter should be forwarded to: advacancy@racingvictoria.net.au Applications close: Wednesday 3rd February 2010

JOB CATEGORY: Education & Training
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part Time, Contract
SALARY: Not Specified
EARLIEST START: ASAP
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STUD MANAGER

[EQUUS130078]

LOCATION: Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand

The position of Stud Manger has become available at Highview Stud. The successful applicant will need to have experience in all facets of the breeding operation of a commercial stud including handling of Stallions, breeding of mares and direction and management of stud and farm staff. This is a Senior Management position and we are looking for a dedicated, self motivated person with excellent communication and organizational skills. An attractive remuneration package will be offered together with excellent accommodation. Highview is located 15 minutes drive from the Hamilton CBD and excellent schooling is available close by or by bus. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality Apply in writing, attaching your CV to our postal address OR email your CV ( with Stud Manager in the Subject Line )

JOB CATEGORY: Breeding & Studs
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time
SALARY: Not Specified
EARLIEST START: Not Specified
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"This Position Has Now Been Filled" EXPERIENCED TRACKRIDER/STABLEHANDS

[EQUUS130087]

LOCATION: Flemington, Victoria, Australia

Ballymore Stables have vacancies for both trackrider and ground staff, based at Flemington. Applicants must be experienced, reliable, have good work ethic and be able to work well in a team environment. Immediate start.

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time, Casual
SALARY: Negotiable
EARLIEST START: Immediate start
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LIVE IN JOCKEY

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[EQUUS130108]

LOCATION: North West Qld, Australia

Single live in Jockey required for track work and race riding.Free board and keep in an airconditioned house. Likely full book of rides on race days. Must be able to ride 56 kg and above. North West Qld.

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full Time, Part Time, Race Day Work
SALARY: Not Specified
EARLIEST START: Not Specified
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All around horseman

[EQUUS129900]

I am an all round horseman with years of experience: Riding, breaking, handling, educating, training as both a pre trainer and an owner trainer. When race riding I became a champion apprentice jockey in the UK + rode in 6 countries amassing over 600 winners. I am willing to travel depending on the position. I have also gained sales experience, holding a real estate licence for a number of years.

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing, Horse sport & Equestrian, Breeding & Studs
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
SALARY: negotiable
EARLIEST START: Not Specified
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Track/apprentice jockey

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[EQUUS130106]

I've had seven years + experience of working with and handling horses. Although that has not been paid work, I am extremely eager to begin my career as a track rider and/or apprentice jockey. I'm a hard working, enthusiastic and passionate person. Despite not having work experience in this field, I am a fast learner and have an absolute undying passion for working with horses.

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
SALARY: Not Specified
EARLIEST START: Immediately
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Looking to take up a position an apprentice jockey & trackwork

[EQUUS129888]

After working within the horse industry for a number of years I am interested and extremely keen on obtain an apprenticeship as jockey. I am fast learner and eager to establish myself as a hard worker and determined employee within the racing industry. A role as a trackwork rider would interest me also. Providing me with an opportunity to hone my skills. My weight is light and stable.

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
SALARY: Neg.
EARLIEST START: Not Specified
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Experienced individual looking for senior role

[EQUUS129842]

I have 30 years experience in the racing industry, I am looking for a position that suits my experience. A position that is challenging and fulfilling.

JOB CATEGORY: Horse racing, Breeding & Studs
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
SALARY: Negotiable
EARLIEST START: Not Specified
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Horse Jobs

Horse jobs are for those that "live and breathe" the equine.  Those who don't "live and breathe" horses, are far less likely to be found in the company of these amazing creatures. Far beyond the needs of horse racing (although it still plays the role of dominant force), the equine industry is bleeding with thousands of horse jobs from blacksmith to trackwork rider.

There is no simple answer as to how to get work in the equine industry - a horse job - but a degree such as a diploma of equine science is a good start.  In contrast to this, if you're looking for a hands-on job, such as a trackwork rider or farrier, then experience in the field is often far more valuable than the education behind it.  All you really are required to obtain is a keen interest and love of all things horses. 

Although most horse jobs require practical education and training - potentially even from a higher education center such as a university - it can be of particular incentive for your employer if you have some experience physically working with the horses.  Whether it's in the exact role you're attempting to enter or not, many people have found that simply working at filling any horse job will assist in the obtaining of more specified horse jobs.

For instance, if you're going for a job as a horse trainer, it couldn't hurt to have been an assistant trainer or even a foreman for a few years.  If you've got no experience at all, we can recommend just getting out there and trying to find some weekend work mucking stables or washing horses down - best case scenario, often potential employees are found through volunteer channels, so it can potentially prove to be very valuable experience indeed!

The internet is today one of the best sources of information on equine employment. You can use search engines to look up equine jobs in your locality, or surrounding areas. In addition to various job listing websites such as "monster.com", you should consider looking for equine employment in general equine sites.

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There are thousands of avenues for horse jobs and we think we've got the best of them.  Just make sure the job suits you and your lifestyle - don't agree to work at the break of dawn if you sleep until noon! We're sure you're excited about getting started, so what are you waiting for? Get out there and bag yourself the best horse job in town!