Natural Horsemanship Specialist Trainer, Riding Instructor & Farm ManagerWattle Bank, Victoria, Full Time, TrainersVacancy Listing Dates 3/08/2026 to 31/08/2026Please Quote Reference Number *****Passionate, experienced, and versatile Horse TrainerRemuneration: $79,423 per annumWattle Bank, VIC locationAbout UsAt Wattle Bank Farm, we offer a unique blend of immersive natural horse experiences, off grid farm stays and regenerative farming.
Horses play a big part to all we do here.
We host a variety of equine experiences, from training horses, riding lessons and school holiday programs to trail adventures, workshops, and retreats.
Our ethos isgrounded in Natural Horsemanship, focusing on connection, communication, and mutual respect between horse and human.We also offer up the farm as a regenerative in person experience for people to come and reconnect with the land, the horses and hopefully take away with them some practices which they can adapt to their lives, kitchens and gardens.
Online, the natural horsemanship is taught via our online education - Natural Horse WhispererThe business is co-created and led by wife and husband - Beatrice Imbert and Peter Bland.The RoleWe are seeking a passionate, experienced, and versatile horse trainer to join our team with a minimum of 4-5 years' experience either as a senior teacher or owner of their own natural horsemanship equine business.
This is a multifaceted role combining horse training and client instruction (both adults, children and special needs) and contributing to the overall guest experience.
So not only must the trainer be able to train horses for work, breeding and riding, they also must have the capacity to pass on the knowledge to riders and would be owners.
They need to be able to work in collaboration with owners and clients.
One area of growth for the business is finding and training horses on behalf of existing clients.We also require this person to have excellent experience on horse's health and general well-being, be able to take care of them and maintain records and progress.
Outside of the delivery of lessons and experiences,



the role includes hands on and generally looking after the broader farm and the welfare of the soil, feed and land.The role will be a supportive one working closely with main trainer/ owners Peter and Beatrice.Key ResponsibilitiesHorse Training & Welfare:Train and develop horses using Natural Horsemanship principlesMaintain the physical and mental wellbeing of all horsesAssess horse suitability for various owner/rider levels and programsManage paddock rotation and feedManage equipment, tack and ensure cleanliness of vehicles & barnsReporting on advancement and progress of horseMaintaining health records of horsesBe able to drive floats, manage farm equipmentWritten logged records of all horse activitiesRiding Instruction:Deliver private and group riding lessons based on Natural Horsemanship principles for owners and riders - Train the owners along the horsesSupport trail rides, working horses on farm and elsewhere as requestedSupport Natural Horsemanship clinics, workshops, and immersive horse experiences - help train owners to move from bit to bit-less and benefitsSupport programs in school holiday activities as we are located in tourism areaMaintain year-long programs & provide feedbackStable & Farm Management:Oversee daily stable operations, horse care, and paddock managementManage tack, equipment, and facility upkeepEnsure high standards of safety, cleanliness, and organisationLiaise weekly with owners on targets and sessions for the weekGeneral Farm Support:Participate in general farm chores as needed, contributing to the smooth running of the propertyWork collaboratively across different areas of the farm as part of a small,



energetic team delivering sustainable and regenerative practicesClient Experience:Create a safe, welcoming, and educational environment for owners/guestsCommunicate effectively with allSupport retreats, workshops, and corporate experiences when requiredBe able to deal with any conflict resolutionReport back any complaints and testimonialsProvide content to the marketing teamEnsure waiver forms and media releases are up to dateHave a current police check valid in AustraliaAbout YouMinimum 4-5 years of experience specialising as a horse trainer and riding instructor with a focus on Natural horsemanshipMinimum 4-5 years of experience managing a horse riding school that would cater for all ages including endurance ridingMinimum 4-5 years assisting or finding new horses for clientsMinimum 4-5 years of experience in stable managementProven experience and capability of barefoot trimmingExtremely organisedExcellent record keeping skillExtensive experience leading trail ridesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsCapable of hands-on farm labourPhysically fit, reliable, and proactiveA genuine passion for horses, people, and regenerative farmingFirst aid certificationPolice check valid in AustraliaAustralian Driver's licence + able to drive horse floatDesirableExperience with social media marketing & managementExperience in equine-assisted learning or therapy programs as some owners may require this for their needsExperience with multi-day trail ridesExposure to having managed a horse studExperience in business analysis and growthExperience in Word, Excel, Mailchimp, XeroWhat We OfferA unique working environment on a regenerative farm with a Natural Horsemanship schoolA focus on building up the business with acquiring & training of horsesOpportunity to work closely with horses in a holistic, ethical frameworkDiverse role combining teaching, training, and farm lifeOpportunity to grow within a purpose-driven, values-led businessMust be open to teaching and riding bit-lessFull time, permanent employmentA remuneration package of $79,423 per annum
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📌 Natural Horsemanship Specialist Trainer, Riding Instructor & Farm Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Wattle Bank Farm
📍 Melbourne