Veterinary Services & Animal Welfare (Farming, Animals & Conservation)
Full time
Racing NSW is the statutory body for thoroughbred horse racing in NSW and owns a number of properties across the state as part of its Equine Welfare Program. Our Capertee property is used for retraining and rehoming thoroughbred horses after their racing careers and includes 2,600 acres of paddocks and equine infrastructure.
As part of the Equine Welfare Team, the Property Manager will be responsible for the property and support the General Manager of Equine Welfare in delivering Racing NSW's Equine Welfare Program.
The Equine Welfare Property Manager will be responsible for:
Management and direction of all staff on the property
Retraining Thoroughbred horses at the property for suitable new homes and leading the retraining team
Implementing a property management program and ensuring the property and pastures are maintained to required standards
Implementing and managing procedures and internal controls to ensure the safe, efficient, and effective operation of the property
Liaising with Racing NSW Equine Welfare vets to ensure the welfare needs are met for the horses
Ensuring best practice equine welfare standards at all times
Preparation of reports and proposals for the General Manager – Equine Welfare
The successful applicant must have the below experience and attributes:
A 'can do' attitude and determination to get results
Confidence in handling, riding and retraining Thoroughbreds
Understand the suitability of prospective horses for rehoming in a range of new careers and homes
Experience managing staff and working as part of a team
Experience in managing a rural property
The successful applicant will also ideally have the following:
Equestrian/Racing background is preferred
Hold an MR licence for operation of horse transport truck
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