Swettenham Stud
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Published April 10, 2026 Expires May 15, 2026 Location Nagambie Category Stud Staff Job Type Full-time Skills a. A Certificate III or equivalent international qualification, or in the absence of a qualification a minimum of three years professional experience educating and training horses b. A minimum of at least five years’ experience handling and working with and educating thoroughbred horses c. Ability to take leadership of a team and work with management d. Knowledge and experience of horse training and handling methods specific to thoroughbreds, including mares, stallions, sales or breeding e. Proven ability to train and educate young horses f. Oral and written communication skills of a level to provide information and advice to others and prepare reports g. Knowledge of safe operation of all equipment and use of personal protective equipment h. Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations and demonstrated skills in safe operation of equipment relevant to the training and preparation of racehorses i. For the management positions the suitable applicant will require extensive evidence of managing a team and Base Salary (AUD) 75000 Country Australia Street Address 2114 Northwood Road State Victoria Description
Swettenham Stud is a successful thoroughbred stud located at Nagambie in Victoria, presently we are accepting applicants for a full-time role of Horse Trainer – Wet/Dry Mare Manager.
The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of industry best practice, with either international experience or a thorough understanding of the global trends of the thoroughbred industry
Duties will include:
Weanlings
* Provide early education and training of weanlings
* Monitoring the health of weanlings
* Liaison with veterinarian and management regarding any injuries and illnesses with weanlings
* Organising horses for the weekly farrier requirements
* Supervise and advise staff on the correct procedures for the handling and training of weanlings
Wet Mares
* Manage Wet Mares, Foaling and Nee-natal area as instructed by Stud Manager
* Work closely with multiple veterinarians to ensure the successful the wellbeing of mares and foals
* Manage movements of Wet Mares and foal.
* Undertake early training and education of foals
Dry Mares
* Responsible for the day-to-day care of dry mares at the commencement of the mares being under lights in July until the end of the breeding season.
* Organise movement of mares under lights according to the stage of their reproductive cycle
* Organisation of staff and mares through the crush daily.
* Ensuring the correct mares are available at the covering barn prior to their service
* Train new staff in the correct way to handle horses safely in a crush environment
The salary will be above award – $75,000 to $80,000 per annum.
To apply, please forward your resume, qualifications & at least 2 written references to: