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Waikato Stud - Night Watch/Foaling Attendant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join our Foaling Team at Waikato Stud, New Zealand's leading Thoroughbred Stud.

Duties will include, but not limited to:

• Monitoring mares throughout the night

• Attend and assist to foaling mares

• Assisting the mare and foal post foaling

• Foal nursing

• Administering medications

• Mucking out

• Daytime mare surveillance

• Working an hourly/roster system

• Maintain a clean and tidy workplace

Dedicated to the breeding, rearing and development of elite race horses, based in the iconic thoroughbred region of Matamata, Waikato Stud is home to a number of Southern Hemisphere leading sires lead by six-time champion stallion Savabeel.

With the season fast approaching we are seeking a dedicated and compassionate full time Night Watch/Foaling Attendant to join our exciting team for the upcoming breeding season, (ideally someone with previous night watch/foaling experience required however not essential). Candidates must be enthusiastic, with a can-do attitude, keen to learn and be able to work well in a small team.

Shared accommodation provided, with every second weekend off. Attractive remuneration package for the successful candidate as well as a professional and supportive team who want you to succeed! A fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to grow their career developing within the thoroughbred industry.

Applications open now for end of July start date.

Please email your cover letter outlining any past experience and why you would like to join the Waikato team: mike@waikatostud.co.nz

We look forward to hearing from you!

Waikato Stud - Stallion Handler

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join Waikato Stud, New Zealand’s leading thoroughbred Stud.

Duties will include, but not limited to:

• Daily routine care of the stallions

• Breeding shed activities

• General yard duties (feeding, mucking out, grooming, cleaning yards, holding for farrier and vet when needed etc)

• Assisting with vetting when needed

Dedicated to the breeding, rearing and development of elite race horses, based in the iconic thoroughbred region of Matamata, Waikato Stud is home to a number of Southern Hemisphere leading sires lead by six-time champion stallion Savabeel.

We are seeking a dedicated and keen full time Stallion Handler to join our exciting team for the upcoming breeding season. Candidates must be enthusiastic, with a can-do attitude, keen to learn and be able to work well in a small team.

Shared accommodation provided, with every second weekend off. Attractive remuneration package for the successful candidate as well as a professional and supportive team who want you to succeed! A fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to grow their career developing within the thoroughbred industry.

Applications open now for end of July start date.

Please email your cover letter outlining any past experience and why you would like to join the Waikato team: mike@waikatostud.co.nz

We look forward to hearing from you!