Horse Trainer

Full-time Horse Trainer position available with competitive salary. Work in a dynamic team in McKenzie Creek, VIC 3401. Apply today through 11 Recruitment!

3 Stand-out Bullet Points:

• Full-Time Horse Trainer
• $80,000 – $85,000 p.a. plus superannuation
• Work in a professional environment.

Position Overview:

Paul Preusker Racing Stables Pty Ltd – Based in McKenzie Creek VIC 3401, Paul Preusker Racing operates a professional thoroughbred training facility dedicated to preparing racehorses for competition. The stable provides a supportive training environment with specialised facilities and a strong commitment to equine welfare, careful conditioning and racing performance.

As a Horse Trainer at Paul Preusker Racing Stables Pty Ltd, you will be responsible for educating, conditioning and preparing thoroughbred racehorses for trackwork, trials and race meetings while maintaining their health and wellbeing. This position requires excellent horsemanship, attention to detail and a strong understanding of thoroughbred racing and horse welfare.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• Assess the physical condition, temperament and behaviour of thoroughbred horses to determine appropriate training and handling requirements.
• Develop and implement individual exercise and conditioning programs to improve the fitness, performance and racing readiness of horses at the McKenzie Creek training facility.
• Educate young and experienced racehorses to respond appropriately to verbal and non-verbal commands, addressing behavioural issues through consistent training techniques.
• Train horses to accept saddles, riders and racing equipment while developing confidence and safe handling behaviours during training activities.
• Prepare and condition thoroughbreds for trackwork, timed gallops, barrier trials, jump-outs and race meetings, monitoring their progress and performance.
• Oversee individual feeding, hydration, grooming and recovery routines to support the nutritional requirements and overall wellbeing of horses in training.
• Monitor horses for changes in health, soundness or behaviour, maintain accurate training and health records, and coordinate veterinary attention when required.
• Coordinate daily trackwork and training activities with riders and stable staff, providing instructions and feedback on each horse's progress and performance.
• Assist with preparing horses, racing equipment and transport arrangements for barrier trials and race meetings, ensuring appropriate pre-race and post-race care.
• Maintain high standards of stable cleanliness, equipment safety and horse welfare, ensuring daily training and handling activities comply with racing industry requirements and workplace safety procedures.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Relevant qualification.
• Minimum 1 year experience as a Horse Trainer.
• Strong knowledge of thoroughbred horse training, conditioning techniques and race preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to handle, educate and assess horses of varying ages, temperaments and fitness levels.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with riders, stable staff and equine professionals.
• Sound understanding of equine health, animal welfare standards and safe working practices within a professional racing stable.

Salary:

The role offers a remuneration package ranging from $80,000 – $85,000 p.a plus superannuation for a 38-hour work week.

How to Apply:

11 Recruitment is your pathway to securing this exciting opportunity. We are looking forward to facilitating your application and potentially welcoming you to a company that values expertise. Apply now and let us help you take the next step in your career.

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