Zhongli Thoroughbreds - Stud Manager
Zhongli Thoroughbreds, a breeding and racing operation in the Southern Highlands, NSW are seeking a permanent full-time staff member to fill the role of STUD MANAGER.
Previous experience in a similar position would be an advantage.
The successful applicant, will be required to have the following hands-on experience and responsibilities which include, but are not limited to:
- Competency in all facets of the running of a thoroughbred breeding farm.
- Ability to manage a small team of staff including training new staff and timely reporting to a professional standard.
- Excellent communication (written and verbal), time management, attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Hire, manage and teach staff.
- Ability to liaise with trainers, sales companies, clients and other industry participants including attending sales events.
- Previous yearling preparation and sales knowledge is essential.
- Care and handling of foals, weanlings, yearlings, broodmares and spellers.
- Strong horse handling skills as well as being confident in handling foals, weanlings and yearlings with care.
- Logistics and transport of horses (confident in driving a car and horse float).
- Capability to work closely and liaise with veterinarians, farriers and management.
- Foaling experience is imperative.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Ardex.
- Good work ethic, reliable and can work as part of a team or alone.
An attractive remuneration package which includes private house on farm and the use of a company vehicle will be available for the successful applicant.
For further information on the role, please forward a copy of your CV to Yvonne Wu at yvonne.wu@zhonglithoroughbreds.com.au for a confidential discussion or call Johnno Scott on 0439 513 324. Please note that all applications and conversations will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.
