Tallinga Park is seeking an experienced, motivated and reliable Foreperson and Stable Hand to join our team.

FOREPERSON:

The successful applicant will play an important role in overseeing daily reliable operations, supporting staff and ensuring our horses receive the highest standard of care, training and management.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee daily stable operations and coordinate the day-to-day running of the stable.

Supervise, lead and support stable staff.

Monitor the health, wellbeing, feeding and general condition of horses.

Assist with training schedules, trackwork and race-day preparations.

Ensure horses are handled safely and professionally at all times.

Administer medications and treatments as directed by the trainer or veterinarian.

Maintain high standards of stable presentation, cleanliness and horse welfare.

Coordinate daily workloads and ensure tasks are completed efficiently.

Communicate effectively with management, staff and veterinarians.

Maintain accurate records relating to horse care, treatments and stable operations.

Ensure workplace health and safety procedures are followed.





About You

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience working with thoroughbred racehorses.

Experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a racing stable.

Strong horsemanship and an excellent understanding of horse behaviour and welfare.

The ability to lead, motivate and work effectively within a team.

Strong organisational and communication skills.

A reliable, proactive attitude and a solid work ethic.

The ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends and race days.

A commitment to maintaining high standards of horse care and stable management.

STABLE HAND:

Must have minimum 1 year experience handling thoroughbreds.

Full-time and part-time work available.

Must be reliable.

Daily Duties Include:

Mucking out stables, day yards & paddocks

Grooming

Exercise - Dry walker & water treadmill

Feeding out

Rugging

Assisting vet & farrier

Please do not apply if you do not have experience.

📌 Foreperson / Stable Hand (Wangaratta)
🏢 Tallinga Park
📍 Wangaratta