GILGAI FARM SEEKING TRAINER

Gilgai Farm Pty Ltd Published June 30, 2026 Expires August 4, 2026 Location Nagambie Category Stud Staff Job Type Full-time Base Salary (AUD) 75000 Country Australia State Victoria

Description

Gilgai Farm Pty Ltd, located in Nagambie VIC, is seeking applications for the following

Horse Trainer/Breeding – Duties will include:

• Overseeing daily care and supervision of horses
• Training and preparing young stock and mares for sale
• Educating yearlings including teaching them to walk, stand and parade
• Monitoring mare ovulation and pregnancy
• Foaling mares and early education of foals
• Assisting Veterinarians with ultrasound/reproduction examination including assisting in birthing foals and administering medical treatment to foals.

The salary will be above award – in the range of $75,000 to $90,000 per annum depending upon the skill set and level of responsibility.

Essential Criteria

• 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

• A minimum of two years’ experience handling and working with and educating thoroughbred horses

• Knowledge and experience of horse training and handling methods specific to thoroughbreds, including mares and yearlings

• Proven ability to train and educate young horses

• The suitable applicant will require evidence of managing a small team during the season

• Oral and written communication skills are sufficient to provide information and advice to others and prepare reports

• Knowledge of safe operation of all equipment and use of personal protective equipment

• Sound knowledge of health and safety obligations and demonstrated skills in safe operation of equipment relevant to the training and preparation of horses

Please e-mail a cover letter and detailed CV plus two referees’ name and contact numbers via email to [email protected]