Wattle Bank, Victoria, Full Time, Trainers
Vacancy Listing Dates 15/10/2026 to 12/11/2026
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Full-time opportunity
Remuneration: $79,423 per annum plus statutory superannuation
Wattle Bank, VIC location
About Us
At Wattle Bank Farm, we offer a unique blend ofimmersive natural horse experiences, off grid farm stays and regenerative farming.
We host a variety of equine experiences, from riding lessons and school holiday programs to trail adventures, workshops, and retreats. Our ethos is grounded 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 animals 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 Whisperer
The business is co-created and led by wife and husband - Beatrice Imbert and Peter Bland. and
The Role
We are seeking a passionate, experienced, and versatile Natural Horsemanship trainer to join our team with five years' experience either as a senior teacher or owner of their own equine business. This is a multifaceted role combining horse training, client instruction (both adults, children and special needs) and contributing to the overall guest experience. We also require this person to have excellent experience on horse's health and general well-being.
Key Responsibilities
Horse Training & Welfare
Train, exercise and develop horses using Natural Horsemanship principles
Maintain the physical and mental wellbeing of all horses
Assess horse suitability for various rider levels and programs
Manage paddock rotation
Manage horse equipment, ensure cleanliness of horse enclosures
Feed, groom and care for the horses
Riding Instruction




Deliver private and group riding lessons based on Natural Horsemanship principles for all experience levels
Leading trail rides
Facilitate Natural Horsemanship clinics, workshops, and immersive horse experiences
Support programs such as school holiday activities, Farm-gate and retreats involving the horses.
Maintain horse training programs and reporting to owners on horse progress and performance.
Stable Management
Oversee daily stable operations, horse care, and paddock management
Manage tack, equipment, and facility upkeep
Ensure high standards of safety, cleanliness, and organisation
Liaise weekly with owners on targets and sessions for the week
Client Experience
Create a safe, welcoming, and educational environment for guests
Communicate effectively with riders, families, and groups
Support retreats, workshops, and corporate experiences when required
Report back any complaints.
Ensure waiver forms are up to date.
Have current police check valid in Australia
About You
Five years of experience specialising as a Natural Horsemanship trainer
Five years of experience in stable management
Excellent record keeping skill
Extensive experience leading trail rides
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Physically fit, reliable, and proactive
A genuine passion for horses, people, and regenerative farming
Willingness to obtain First Aid certification
Desirable
Experience in equine-assisted learning and training programs
Experience with multi-day trail rides
What We Offer
A unique working environment on a regenerative farm
Opportunity to work closely with horses in a holistic, ethical framework
Diverse role combining training horses, teaching, and farm life
Prospect to grow within a purpose-driven, values-led business
Must be open to teaching and riding bit-less
Location: Wattle Bank, Victoria, **** Australia
Salary: $79,423 plus statutory superannuation.
Position Type: Full-time
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