Godolphin is one of the largest thoroughbred breeding and racing operations in the world with 437 Group 1 wins in 14 countries since our inception.
We have a position for a Part Time Trackwork Rider to join our Crown Lodge operation, located in Warwick Farm, Sydney.
Crown Lodge is the home of Godolphin’s two-year old’s, based at Warwick Farm Racetrack. Starting from their breaking prep, we take them right through to the trials and onto the races, playing a key role in developing their education and ensuring that they are as prepared as possible.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparation of horses for trackwork, including grooming and checking shoes and general health of horse and correct selection of gear in addition to carrying out post track work procedures.
- Safe control and riding of horses at stables, track work and public environments, in accordance with track rules and industry etiquette for slow and fast work.
- Routine track work riding, including pace work and gallops in accordance with instructions, including evaluating and reporting the performance identifying concerns or issues of significance.
- Responsible for appropriate warm up and cool down of horses from exercise and pace work, assessing hazards and risks and using judgement as required.
- Monitor fitness of horses during exercise and post exercise recovery recognizing factor’s that affect horse’s movement and fitness, reporting abnormalities and concerns.
- Comply with company policies, procedures and industry requirements relating to safety and animal welfare, including Rules of Racing.
We want a passionate, reliable, and hard-working person whose love and admiration for horses is as great as ours.
Criteria:
- Sound horse handling skills, with experience and confidence handling young thoroughbreds in full training.
- Confident, experienced track rider, proven ability to consistently ride paced/timed work with a willingness and confidence to ride young horse.
- Practical understanding of horse health care and welfare requirements, with prior experience providing direct daily care.
- Understanding of thoroughbred racing industry and operations, with understanding of racing stable operations.
- Experience handling and riding young colts is desired.
What’s in it for you?
- Working with top quality horses, bred and trained by Godolphin.
- Above award wages.
- High quality uniforms.
- Breakfast provided Monday-Fridays.
The right applicant will have an opportunity to work with some of Australia’s best-bred two-year old’s.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly.
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