Join our Australian Sales Team here at Sledmere
Sledmere Stud annually consigns quality yearling and weanling drafts for all major sales in Australia and we are now in the process of assembling our dynamic team for the 2022 sales series.
We are seeking enthusiastic and passionate staff to work within our professional and friendly team. Previous experience in preparing yearlings and weanlings to an exceptionally high standard is desirable.
The main responsibilities involved with these positions include:
• Experience with yearling and weanling sales preparation and working at major bloodstock sales
• Feeding, grooming and care of yearlings
• Assistance for vets and farriers
• General stable duties
The successful candidate will be rewarded with a competitive salary package which includes on-farm and sales accommodation.
Please express your interest in joining our 2022 Sales Team - at either the farm in Scone, NSW or at the various sales venues by applying in writing to: treen @sledmere.com.au
Laurel Oak Bloodstock is hiring an Assistant Bloodstock Agent
We need help at Laurel Oak, so we are hiring. This is an opportunity to work in the thoroughbred industry with the prospect of turning it into a long-term career.
The position can be best described as Assistant Bloodstock Agent.
Laurel Oak Bloodstock are bloodstock agents, and the successful applicant will be assistant to principal Louis Mihalyka. The business currently employs four people and manages forty to fifty horses of racing age, and fifteen to twenty-five broodmares at any one time.
The successful applicant will receive training to be able to assist in all aspects of the business.
This will include:
• Client liaison - engaging with and developing Laurel Oak's client base
• Yearling and bloodstock selection
• Office administration
The position will be based in Laurel Oak's office in northwest Sydney. Hours are flexible and will be based around normal office hours with the flexibility to work on nights and weekends to attend races, yearling and other sales, racing and client-related social functions, etc., with the flexibility for interstate and overseas travel.
Principal job requirements :
Working in the thoroughbred industry is not a nine-to-five job and requires passion and enthusiasm for the industry; the ability to engage with the Laurel Oak client base, trainers, and studs; willingness and ability to learn about the industry and computer skills. Apart from using computers in basic day-to-day operations, the ability to be innovative with the use of computers would be an asset.
Personal requirements:
The ability to engage with clients and other members of the Laurel Oak team. You have to like them, and they have to like you. Great communication skills, both verbal and written, is also a key requirement. As we operate in a Home Office environment, you will need to be double-vaccinated for COVID.
Applicants who are interested in applying for this position should send their resume to: chris@ccrconsulting.com.au
If you have a question regarding the position, you can contact Chris at CCR Consulting, on: 0417 460 661.
Mount Coote Stud - Stud Groom/Assistant Manager
TDN AusNZ - Full-time/Part-Time Social Media Manager
Thoroughbred Daily News AusNZ is seeking a Social Media Manager.
This role would suit a person with a strong work ethic and initiative. It is largely based at home, but some travel may be required.
We are open to a part-time or full-time position. Working hours include mornings and evenings with daytime work on Saturdays, carnival and sale days.
Position requirements:
• Good current knowledge of the Australasian bloodstock industry.
• Ability to read a pedigree and race record.
• Good general skills with website CMS, social media platforms and bloodstock database tools.
• Shows keen attention to detail.
• Exemplary spelling and grammar skills.
• An eye for creativity with words and imagery.
• Accurate and efficient work process.
Tasks include:
• Daily social media management.
• Contributing to content production, layouts and distribution.
• Managing website updates and developments (with technical assistance).
• Performing research and fact-checking content.
• Providing guidance to other staff members.
• Collaborating with designers and other staff.
To apply or register interest, please send a cover letter and CV with references to advertising@tdnausnz.com.au.
