Farm Manager for Elite Private Operation
We are a boutique breeding and racing operation based in Victoria’s North East. We are seeking a full-time, hands-on and passionate Farm Manager to join us!
Main duties and responsibilities of the role:
- Carrying out breeding management of broodmares and foaling.
- Overseeing the growth and development of foals, weanlings, yearlings and racing stock.
- Overseeing the well-being of horses including nutrition planning, feeding, education, grooming, early diagnosis and remedy of issues.
- Supervising and managing permanent and seasonal staff members, and external contractors.
- Managing and coordinating daily schedules and assisting farriers and veterinarians’ work as required.
- Coordinating farming operations to breed and raise racehorses.
- Maintaining horse farm's fences, water supply systems, equipment and farming areas.
- Ensuring healthy and safe working practices and environment at all times.
Skills and experience required:
- Minimum of five years experience in a management role on a thoroughbred horse stud.
- Knowledge and experience of the breeding industry is essential.
- Effective leadership skills to set and meet team protocols and standards.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Possessing a valid driver’s licence and a good driving record.
The successful applicant will enjoy an outstanding remuneration package commensurate with experience.
To be considered for this role, confidential applications including a cover letter and CV should be submitted via email to admin@stablefinancial.com.au to the attention of Kim Borzatti.
Mount Coote Stud - Stud Staff
One of Ireland’s foremost private stud farms is looking for staff to join its committed team. Mount Coote is a family run stud that boards mares, foals and yearlings and consigns to all the major UK and Irish yearling and breeding stock sales. It currently holds the record for the highest-priced mare ever sold in Europe.
This is an exciting opportunity to expand your horizons and gain valuable experience in a friendly environment, including the chance of attending some of the world’s most important thoroughbred sales.
Accommodation is available on-site and the successful candidate(s) will receive assistance with travel expenses.
Applications, with CV via post to Luke Lillingston Mount Coote Stud, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick, Ireland; or, email alex@kernlillingston.com.
