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Mark Newnham Racing: Stable Foreman

Mark Newnham Racing currently has a position available for Stable Foreman at Warwick Farm. Please read through the information below before emailing robyn@mnracing.com.au

About the Role

- The successful applicant will have extensive industry experience, will be motivated, dedicated and have a genuine love of horses. You will work closely with, and under the guidance of the Trainer, Mr Mark Newnham. The right applicant will have the opportunity to learn and grow within the role and responsibility will increase with consistently demonstrated ability.

- We are offering an attractive salary package, including salary packaging options, negotiable for the right applicant.

Experience/Qualifications

Extensive knowledge of the Racing Industry and experience with:

- Safe operation of all training/racing equipment and personal safety equipment

- Handling horses from yearlings upwards with a variety of temperaments

- Educating horses on the ground, including swimming & barrier work

- Rules and Regulations as set by Racing Australia, Racing Australia and other states where required

- Occupational Health & Safety Standards

Other Skills

- Strong organisational skills

- Ability to communicate effectively with the Trainer, Staff, Owners and Officials where required

- Ability to follow direction

- Ability to manage a team of horses and staff under the guidance of the Trainer

Duties and Responsibilities

- Implement and manage the training plan for each horse as set out by the Trainer

- Prioritise, co-ordinate and delegate tasks on a daily basis and make adjustments where necessary based on weather and staff changes and the racing schedule

- Report and liaise on a daily basis with the Trainer

- Monitor and manage Horse Welfare

- Ensure all records are updated on a daily basis in accordance with requirements of Racing Australia

- Co-ordinate and manage staff roster

- Attend Barrier Trials

- Attend Race Meetings as the Stable Representative as required

- Ensure OH&S standards are adhered to

Bhima Thoroughbreds: Night Watch position

Experienced senior night watch position required for busy horse farm in Scone, NSW.

- Bhima is looking for an experienced and confident person who is able to foal down mares and recognise foaling related problems in pre and post natal care.

- Nights worked can be flexible to work around relief person and are 10.5 hour shifts from 7pm to 5.30am.

- Competitive pay rate paid fortnightly on a per night basis (not hourly).

- There may be an opportunity to continue working for Bhima after the foaling season and accommodation may be available.

Send your resume to office@bhima.com.au

Widden Stud: Senior Stud Hand position

A full time position has become available at Widden Stud in the Hunter Valley, NSW for an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated person to join the team as a senior stud hand.

The successful applicant must possess:

- The ability to work in a team environment as well as perform tasks independently to a high standard.

- Strong communication and leadership skills, as they will lead a team of employees who contribute to the overall running of their breeding program.

- Experience with young foals and mare reproduction, enabling them to confidently handle broodmares and foals.

- A strong work ethic with an eye for detail, to ensure the welfare of the team and bloodstock.

- An interest in the thoroughbred breeding industry.

An attractive salary package will be offered including on farm accommodation.

Send applications to Ben Walsh: benw@widden.com