Stallion Handler â Stud Groom
Stallion Handler â Stud Groom
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STALLION HANDLER
Westbury Stud Karaka Auckland NZ
For over 20 years Westbury Stud has been at the forefront of New Zealands thoroughbred industry breeding elite racehorses that succeed on the global stage.
Were looking for a skilled and dedicated Stallion Handler to join our team. This hands-on role involves working with our current line-up of six stallions and supporting the continued success of our breeding programme. Based in Karaka this is your chance to help breed the champions of tomorrow.
This is not an entry-level positionprior experience handling breeding stallions is essential.
Why Westbury
Work-life balance: Our roster offers 4 days off every fortnight even during the breeding season (10 day roster as opposed to a 12 day roster each fortnight)
Competitive salary tailored to your experience
Onsite accommodation and professional development such as mentoring and internal and external professional development opportunities
Be part of a team dedicated to producing champions
The Role Includes:
During the breeding season:
Daily care and handling of stallions
Handling mares and stallions in the serving barn
Teasing broodmares and supporting breeding procedures
Monitoring stallion health feeding grooming mucking out and paddock rotations
Maintaining animal health records and reporting concerns
Supporting vet and farrier visits
Ensuring hygiene in stables and covering sheds
Parading stallions for clients and guests
Outside breeding season:
Foal weaning and early handling
Educating yearlings for sales (leading loading walker use etc.)
Horse grooming feeding mucking out and stable care
Supporting yearling prep and client parades
Ongoing horse management and general stud duties
About You
Were looking for someone who:
Has at least 2 years experience working with breeding stallions specifically in a serving barn environment
Is confident and calm around large unpredictable horses
Has proven experience presenting mares for live covers
Takes pride in their role and works hard at taking first-class care of the horses in their care
Has strong general horse care and husbandry skills
Has a proactive and reliable work ethic
Is flexible to work weekends early mornings and evenings as needed
Brings a collaborative mindset and clear communication skills can actively contribute to a positive productive team dynamic
Has a genuine interest in professional growth
Details
This is a full-time role averaging 80 hours per fortnight with hours typically 7:30am 4:30pm on a ten-on four-off roster with additional shifts during the breeding season to accommodate early or late coverings.
Start date is flexible immediate start available or by mutual agreement.
Apply Now
If youre passionate about stallion care and want to be part of a high-performing supportive team wed love to hear from you.
All applications must be submitted through our HR platform using the Quick Apply link below.
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All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
