Horse Breaker

QUALIFICATION: May hold Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Certificate III including at least two (2) years of on-the-job training, OR AQF Certificate IV OR at least three (3) years of relevant experience.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Minimum two (2) years of full-time work experience as a Horse trainer/breaker or in a similar role.
• Oral and written communication skills of a level to take instruction and provide information to other staff, management, and owners.
• Ability to work and manage a team, also to work independently.
• Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations and demonstrated skills in safe operation of equipment relevant to the breaking/training and preparation of horses.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:  We are looking for an enthusiastic person with the right skill set and experience to join our team.

• Training (educating) horses on the ground to be handled in all situations including for the vet and farrier.
• Training (educating) and riding thoroughbred horses to become accustomed to being ridden at the track, both slow and fast work.
• Loading/unloading horses from trucks and horse walkers.
• Discussing with the head trainer each horse's performance and any concerns with the fitness or training of the horse after each ride.
• Liaising with owners/trainers/transporters.
• Grooming and presentation of horses
• Preparing dietary requirements of horses.
• Maintaining records of veterinary treatment to recent wounds and on-going rehabilitation of more severe injuries.

SALARY: A$73,434 – A$78,144 annual base pay + superannuation.