Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm | Young, NSW - START NOW

We are seeking an experienced horse handler to join our team on farm to prepare yearlings for sales.

Applicants must be confident and experienced handling and educating young thoroughbreds and able to work safely and competently.

The role includes:

Yearling handling and education Hand walking, parade and standing practice Grooming, washing and general sales preparation Feeding, mucking out and general stable duties Monitoring horse health and administering basic treatments/medications Assisting with vets and farriers Paddock checks and general stud duties as required

Applicants must have: Strong horse handling experience on the ground Be confident and capable handling young, unbroken stock A good eye for horse health and attention to detail Good speaking and listening English skills A current driver's licence A valid Australian working visa/right to work (this is domestic or working holiday visa position)

You must be available to work for a minimum of 4 to 6 months from now and over the Christmas and New Year period. Please do not apply if you have holidays planned during this period.

Full time position. Working Holiday Visa holders welcome. Eligible work for the 88 day second Working Holiday Visa requirement.

Accommodation available.

Please apply with your CV and details of your previous horse handling experience. Forward CV and list of referees to office@bownessstud.com.au. Videos from the farm: https://tinyurl.com/3n4hjnfz https://tinyurl.com/5df9d2y9 https://tinyurl.com/4ny2ymcm How yearlings need to be taught to walk: http://bit.ly/4f0oeHD

Furnished accommodation in a shared house with own bedroom is available or on farm single cabin style accommodation with private ensuite and kitchenette (depending on availability).