Elite Trackwork Rider: Timed Gallops & Young Horses

Anderson Racing; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Anderson Racing in Brisbane seeks an experienced Trackwork Rider to join our thoroughbred stable at Eagle Farm. The successful applicant will ride daily trackwork, including timed gallops, and assist with education and conditioning of racehorses.

Applicants must have a minimum of three years’ experience in a professional racing stable, be QRIC certified to ride jumps, and demonstrate strong riding ability, balance and safety in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years in a thoroughbred racing stable.
• Experience riding young horses and early stages of their education.
• Ability to ride timed gallops and follow training programs.
• Strong riding ability, balance and control with thoroughbred horses.
• Sound understanding of horse behaviour, handling and safety.
• Ability to identify changes in horse performance or condition and report them.

Responsibilities

• Ride thoroughbred racehorses during daily trackwork and training sessions.
• Ride young and inexperienced horses safely and confidently.
• Ride timed gallops and work horses to trainer’s instructions.
• Be QRIC-certified to ride short and long jump-outs.
• Assist with education, conditioning, and development of racehorses.
• Assess and report on horses’ behaviour, fitness, soundness and performance during trackwork.
• Handle horses safely in a professional racing environment.
• Follow stable procedures, WHS requirements and racing regulations.
• Work cooperatively with trainers, stable staff and other trackwork riders.
• Assist with general care and handling of horses as required.

Skills

Trackwork riding

Riding thoroughbreds

Horse handling

Stamina and fitness

Reliability

QRIC certification

Job description

Anderson Racing in Brisbane seeks an experienced Trackwork Rider to join our thoroughbred stable at Eagle Farm. The successful applicant will ride daily trackwork, including timed gallops, and assist with education and conditioning of racehorses.

Applicants must have a minimum of three years’ experience in a professional racing stable, be QRIC certified to ride jumps, and demonstrate strong riding ability, balance and safety in a fast-paced environment.