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Yearling Preparation Staff

Widden Stud | Yearling Preparation Staff,

Hunter, NSW
Date posted: 31/07/26
Job Type: full-time
Categories: Breeding, Yearling Sales
Spend your Summer in the Widden Valley! We are seeking passionate, motivated and hardworking team members to form part our elite yearling preparation crew from the 12th of October for the 2026/27 Season. What we can offer: The perfect opportunity to gain valuable horse experience & learn about the industry, while at the same time providing a fun and rewarding thoroughbred experience in the most spectacular surroundings. On farm shared furnished accommodation, Working with an exciting young team that is passionate in helping develop skills of newcomers to the farm, Opportunity to attend 2027 major yearling sales across Australia, Competitive salary. Daily duties may include, but are not limited to:
Cleaning boxes
Day to day exercising of yearlings (Lunging, handwalking etc)
Assisting the Farrier/ Vet
Grooming
Feeding yearlings
Assisting with Sale photos and videos Good, motivated work ethic and a positive, fun outlook.
Someone who will immerse themselves into the team culture on the farm.
Previous horse experience is preferred but not essential.
Must be able to start on the 12th October 2026. show more
Spend your Summer in the Widden Valley! We are seeking passionate, motivated and hardworking team members to form part our elite yearling preparation crew from the 12th of October for the 2026/27 Season. What we can offer: The perfect opportunity to gain valuable horse experience & learn about the industry, while at the same time providing a fun and rewarding thoroughbred experience in the most spectacular surroundings. On farm shared furnished accommodation, Working with an exciting young team that is passionate in helping develop skills of newcomers to the farm, Opportunity to attend 2027 major yearling sales across Australia, Competitive salary. Daily duties may include, but are not limited to:
Cleaning boxes
Day to day exercising of yearlings (Lunging, handwalking etc)
Assisting the Farrier/ Vet
Grooming
Feeding yearlings
Assisting with Sale photos and videos Good, motivated work ethic and a positive, fun outlook.
Someone who will immerse themselves into the team culture on the farm.
Previous horse experience is preferred but not essential.
Must be able to start on the 12th October 2026. show less
Horse Trainer/Breeding-Foreperson

Arrowfield Stud | Horse Trainer/Breeding-Foreperson,

Hunter, NSW
Date posted: 05/08/26
Job Type: full-time
Salary: $75,000 - $82,000
Categories: Breeding, Stud Hand
Arrowfield Stud and Training Centre are currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our team for the role of role Horse Trainer/Breeding-Foreperson. Position is full-time and available in Scone NSW. This is a full-time position, and the suitable applicant will need to commit to a minimum of two-years employment. For overseas applicants, please note, a valid visa will be required to commence work Please send detailed resume listing your horse training experience and two written references to Jess.Hood@arrowfield.com.au Horse Trainer/Breeding Foreperson – Duties will include:
• Training and educating young stock and yearlings
• Overseeing daily care and supervision of horses
• Preparing and educate young stock for sale and attending sales where required
• Manage people and performance under direction of the Manager
• Monitoring mare ovulation and pregnancy
• Monitoring and handling of mares imminently in foal
• Foaling, including pre- and post-natal care of broodmares and foals
• Assisting Veterinarians with ultrasound/reproduction examination and administering medical treatment to foals
• Undertake early education and training of foals
• Ensure a safe workplace
• Assist Veterinarians in attending to medical and health needs of horses as required
• Assist Veterinarians with ultrasound/reproduction examination including assisting in birthing foals and administering medical treatment to foals
Essential Criteria
• A Certificate III or equivalent international qualification, or in the absence of a qualification a minimum of three years’ professional full-time experience educating and training horses
• A minimum of two years’ equivalent full-time experience handling and working with and educating thoroughbred horses
• Knowledge and experience of horse training and handling methods specific to thoroughbreds, including young stock and yearling sales or breeding
• Proven ability to train and educate young horses
• Oral and written communication skills of a level to take instruction; provide information and advice to others and prepare basic reports
• Knowledge of safe operation of all equipment and use of personal protective equipment
• Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations and demonstrated skills in safe operation of equipment relevant to the training and preparation of racehorses
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Arrowfield Stud and Training Centre are currently seeking highly experienced and capable staff to join our team for the role of role Horse Trainer/Breeding-Foreperson. Position is full-time and available in Scone NSW. This is a full-time position, and the suitable applicant will need to commit to a minimum of two-years employment. For overseas applicants, please note, a valid visa will be required to commence work Please send detailed resume listing your horse training experience and two written references to Jess.Hood@arrowfield.com.au Horse Trainer/Breeding Foreperson – Duties will include:
• Training and educating young stock and yearlings
• Overseeing daily care and supervision of horses
• Preparing and educate young stock for sale and attending sales where required
• Manage people and performance under direction of the Manager
• Monitoring mare ovulation and pregnancy
• Monitoring and handling of mares imminently in foal
• Foaling, including pre- and post-natal care of broodmares and foals
• Assisting Veterinarians with ultrasound/reproduction examination and administering medical treatment to foals
• Undertake early education and training of foals
• Ensure a safe workplace
• Assist Veterinarians in attending to medical and health needs of horses as required
• Assist Veterinarians with ultrasound/reproduction examination including assisting in birthing foals and administering medical treatment to foals
Essential Criteria
• A Certificate III or equivalent international qualification, or in the absence of a qualification a minimum of three years’ professional full-time experience educating and training horses
• A minimum of two years’ equivalent full-time experience handling and working with and educating thoroughbred horses
• Knowledge and experience of horse training and handling methods specific to thoroughbreds, including young stock and yearling sales or breeding
• Proven ability to train and educate young horses
• Oral and written communication skills of a level to take instruction; provide information and advice to others and prepare basic reports
• Knowledge of safe operation of all equipment and use of personal protective equipment
• Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations and demonstrated skills in safe operation of equipment relevant to the training and preparation of racehorses
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EXPERIENCED STUD HAND | BREEDING SEASON & YEARLING PREP

Bowness Stud and Watershed Farm | EXPERIENCED STUD HAND | BREEDING SEASON & YEARLING PREP,

NSW, Riverina Murray
Date posted: 14/08/26
Job Type: full-time
Salary: Based on experience
Categories: Breeding, Stud Hand
Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm | Young, NSW Full Time | Minimum 4+ Month Ongoing Commitment Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm are seeking an experienced and competent Stud Hand to join our team for the busy thoroughbred breeding season, progressing into yearling sales preparation. This is a hands on role suited to someone who is already a confident, capable horse handler and can work safely and competently with broodmares, foals and young thoroughbreds. Duties will include: Daily care, feeding and checking of broodmares, foals and young stock Handling mares and foals during the breeding season Assisting with horse movements and breeding procedures Assisting vets and farriers Administering treatments and medications Monitoring horse health and identifying injuries or concerns Handling and educating foals, weanlings and yearlings Progressing into yearling sales preparation, including grooming, washing, hand walking, parade practice and stable duties General stud and farm duties as required Applicants must have: Strong practical horse handling skills Previous experience working with thoroughbreds, breeding stock or young horses Confidence handling young and sometimes difficult horses Good knowledge of general horse care and health The ability to work independently as well as part of a team A reliable, hardworking attitude and good attention to detail Excellent English speaking and listening skills A current driver's licence and valid visa to work in Australia A minimum commitment of 4+ months is required, with preference given to applicants able to remain through the breeding and yearling preparation season. Working Holiday Visa holders are welcome to apply. Eligible for 88 days specified work for a second Working Holiday Visa. Single accommodation available. Please apply with your CV and details of your previous horse handling and stud experience to office@bownessstud.com.au. Our stud: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mogLqRMtEw show more
Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm | Young, NSW Full Time | Minimum 4+ Month Ongoing Commitment Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm are seeking an experienced and competent Stud Hand to join our team for the busy thoroughbred breeding season, progressing into yearling sales preparation. This is a hands on role suited to someone who is already a confident, capable horse handler and can work safely and competently with broodmares, foals and young thoroughbreds. Duties will include: Daily care, feeding and checking of broodmares, foals and young stock Handling mares and foals during the breeding season Assisting with horse movements and breeding procedures Assisting vets and farriers Administering treatments and medications Monitoring horse health and identifying injuries or concerns Handling and educating foals, weanlings and yearlings Progressing into yearling sales preparation, including grooming, washing, hand walking, parade practice and stable duties General stud and farm duties as required Applicants must have: Strong practical horse handling skills Previous experience working with thoroughbreds, breeding stock or young horses Confidence handling young and sometimes difficult horses Good knowledge of general horse care and health The ability to work independently as well as part of a team A reliable, hardworking attitude and good attention to detail Excellent English speaking and listening skills A current driver's licence and valid visa to work in Australia A minimum commitment of 4+ months is required, with preference given to applicants able to remain through the breeding and yearling preparation season. Working Holiday Visa holders are welcome to apply. Eligible for 88 days specified work for a second Working Holiday Visa. Single accommodation available. Please apply with your CV and details of your previous horse handling and stud experience to office@bownessstud.com.au. Our stud: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mogLqRMtEw show less
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