Arrowfield Stud and Training Centre are currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our team for the role of role Horse Trainer/Breeding-Foreperson.
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Position is full time and available in Scone NSW.
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Horse Trainer/Breeding Foreperson – Duties will include:
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Training and educating young stock and yearlings
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Overseeing daily care and supervision of horses
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Preparing and educate young stock for sale and attending sales where required
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Manage people and performance under direction of the Manager
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Monitoring mare ovulation and pregnancy.
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Monitoring and handling of mares imminently in foal.
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Foaling, including pre- and post-natal care of broodmares and foals.
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Assisting Veterinarians with ultrasound/reproduction examination and administering medical treatment to foals.
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Undertake early education and training of foals.
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Ensure a secure workplace.
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Assist Veterinarians in attending to medical and health needs of horses as required.
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Assist Veterinarians with ultrasound/reproduction examination including assisting in birthing foals and administering medical treatment to foals.
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A Certificate III or equivalent international qualification,
or in the absence of a qualification a minimum of three years' professional full-time experience educating and training horses
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A minimum of two years' equivalent full-time experience handling and working with and educating thoroughbred horses
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Knowledge and experience of horse training and handling methods specific to thoroughbreds, including young stock and yearling sales or breeding
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Proven ability to train and educate young horses
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Oral and written communication skills of a level to take instruction; provide information and advice to others and prepare basic reports
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Knowledge of protected operation of all equipment and use of personal protective equipment
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Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations and demonstrated skills in secure operation of equipment relevant to the training and preparation of racehorses
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This is a full-time position, and the suitable applicant will need to commit to a minimum of two-years employment.
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For overseas applicants, please note, a valid visa will be required to commence work.
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The salary will be above award – in the range of $75,000 to $82,000 per annum depending upon the level of responsibility
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