The Role As an Retired Horse Unit (RHU) Equestrian Rider, you will be responsible for the day-to-day retraining, rehabilitation support and assessment of retired racehorses, ensuring each horse progresses safely and effectively through its individual transition programme.

Key Responsibilities

Horse Retraining & Development

• Assess retired racehorses and contribute to the planning of individual retraining programmes.
• Deliver daily exercise and training both under saddle and from the ground.
• Develop horses progressively for second careers as riding and equestrian horses.
• Utilise a variety of training approaches including schooling, groundwork, lunging, long-reining and driving where appropriate.
• Evaluate each horse's aptitude, temperament and readiness for future placement opportunities.

Rehabilitation & Welfare

• Support rehabilitation programmes for horses recovering from injury or requiring specialised conditioning.
• Monitor and manage horses rehabilitation therapies including aqua walker, aqua treadmill and cold-water spa treatments.
• Assess progression and readiness to transition from rehabilitation to active retraining.
• Work closely with veterinary and therapy teams to deliver individual recuperation and welfare programmes.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Liaise effectively with veterinarians, farriers, stable staff and retraining colleagues to ensure a coordinated approach to horse care.
• Assist during veterinary examinations and treatment procedures when required.
• Participate in regular case reviews and weekly team meetings.

Administration & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of training, rehabilitation and horse progress.
• Prepare individual horse reports and ridden assessments.
• Support the allocation of horses to suitable second careers, rehoming opportunities or overseas export programmes.
• Assist with general RHU administrative duties and reporting requirements.

Shape the Future of Retired Racehorses

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Equestrian Rider to join our Retired Horse Unit (RHU) in Conghua. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in the rehabilitation, retraining and development of retired racehorses as they transition into successful second careers.

Working alongside a dedicated team of riders, veterinarians, farriers and horse welfare professionals, you will help assess, educate and prepare retired Thoroughbreds for future careers as riding horses, both locally and internationally.

If you are passionate about horse welfare, experienced with Thoroughbreds, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.

About You You are a confident and capable horseperson with a strong understanding of Thoroughbreds, retraining methods and horse welfare.

Essential Requirements

• Significant equestrian experience, both handling and riding horses
• Experience working with Thoroughbreds and/or racehorses.
• Practical experience retraining and re-schooling horses both under saddle and from the ground.
• Strong understanding of equine welfare, behaviour and rehabilitation principles.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Fluent or conversational Chinese language skills.
• Strong administration and record-keeping skills.
• Current First Aid Certificate.

Desirable

• Good written and spoken English.
• Experience working within rehabilitation or retraining programmes for retired racehorses.

What You'll Bring

• A genuine passion for horse welfare and successful second-career outcomes.
• Patience, empathy and consistency when working with horses of varying temperaments and abilities.
• Strong observational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive, positive and collaborative approach.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety, welfare and horsemanship.