Objective
- To assist Trainer & Assistant Trainer in running of our Barwon Heads thoroughbred racing stable.
Scope of Role
- Key full-time position with Danny O’Brien Racing on a fortnightly roster.
Specific Tasks
- Assist daily operations of horse racing stable with Assistant Trainer
- Check feed leavers and horse welfare each morning
- Assist with morning’s work list being completed
- Direct fellow staff to achieve this
- Assist running of the Tie-ups area to ensure morning runs smoothly with Assistant Trainer
- Oversee post work care of horses – meet vet when required, daily treatments etc
- Oversee Cleanliness of Stable Complex
- Gain Truck Licence if possible
- Co-ordinate full-time, part-time, riding and casual staff under the guidance of Assistant Trainer
- Ensure Feed Regime of horses in training is being followed with Assistant Trainer
- Manage Racing Bag – including Gear, Papers and Colours
- Represent Stable at race meetings and liaise with Jockeys, Owners, Staff and Media on occasion
- Ensure detailed records are kept on each horse – Ardex, GPS, Vet Book, OH&S; with Assistant Trainer
- Co-ordinate Stable’s Work Safe Program & Employer Obligations with Assistant Trainer
- Liaise with external suppliers including Vet, Farriers, Feed Companies when required
- Work with the Trainer, General Manager and Assistant Trainer to service Owners when required
- Any other tasks as directed by Trainer, General Manager & Assistant Trainer
Reporting Structure
- Trainer, General Manager & Assistant Trainer
Renumeration
- To be discussed with successful applicant
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