Stablehand - Accommodation Available for $63.00 a week

Stable Hands Godolphin is one of the largest thoroughbred breeding and racing operations in the world with many Group 1 wins in 14 countries since our inception.
As one of the world’s most successful racing stables, we know all too well that our achievements are a result of the amazing team behind the scenes.
We are looking for full-time Stable Hands to join our Osborne Park operation, located in Agnes Banks. Approximately one hour from Sydney, 20 minutes from Penrith and 10 minutes from Richmond.
Osborne Park is a state-of-the-art private training facility that is spread over a 126-acre property. We can accommodate 84 horses in training, split over 4 barns as well as 32-day yards, 27 large spelling paddocks, two horse walkers, a water walker, onsite vet room, rehabilitation barn with 8 boxes and 5 small yards. In addition, we have a private training track, which allows our staff to have a morning shift start time of 5.30am. Tasks include:

• Carry out daily stable tasks including feeding, grooming, mucking out, rugging, trot ups, loading walker and water walker.
• Routine health checks, recognising signs of injury and or signs of an unhealthy horse and reporting concerns.
• Assisting with farrier, vet, physio, and dentist.
• Preparation of horses and gear for race meetings and trials as well as taking nominated horses to and from the races/trials.
• Leading assigned horses to and from trackwork.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and industry requirements relating to safety and animal welfare, including Rules of Racing.

We are seeking a passionate, reliable and hardworking individual who demonstrates a love for working with thoroughbred racehorses. Criteria

• Sound horse handling skills, with experience and confidence handling thoroughbreds in full training.
• Practical understanding of horse health care and welfare requirements, with prior experience providing direct daily care.
• Understanding of thoroughbred racing industry and operations, with understanding of racing stable operations.

What’s in it for you?

• Working with top quality horses, bred, and trained by Godolphin
• Above award wages
• Opportunity to attend race days, including above award allowance for attending Race days
• High quality uniforms
• Breakfast provided Monday - Friday
• Staff recognition programs

Osborne Park offers onsite accommodation to the right applicant for $63.00 a week, which includes electricity and water.
Preferably, the applicant will be able to start as soon as possible. Applications close Friday 2nd February.