Foreperson

Thoroughbred Racing PTY; Wangaratta; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Tallinga Park in Wangaratta, Victoria, seeks an experienced Foreperson to assist with day-to-day management of our thoroughbred racing and training operation. This role requires leadership, hands-on horse knowledge and a proactive approach to team supervision.

You will oversee daily stable operations, support staff, monitor horse health and welfare, assist with training schedules and race-day preparations, and ensure safe, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Experience working with thoroughbred racehorses.
• Previous supervisory or leadership role in a racing stable.
• Strong horsemanship and welfare understanding.
• Ability to lead, motivate and work in a team.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Flexible hours including early mornings, weekends and race days.
• Commitment to high standards of horse care and stable management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily stable operations and coordinate day-to-day running.
• Supervise, lead and support stable staff.
• Monitor health, wellbeing, feeding and condition of horses.
• Assist with training schedules, trackwork and race-day preparations.
• Ensure horses are handled safely and professionally.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed.
• Maintain stable presentation, cleanliness and horse welfare.
• Coordinate daily workloads and ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Communicate with management, staff and veterinarians.
• Maintain records relating to horse care, treatments and stable operations.
• Ensure workplace health and safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Thoroughbred experience

Leadership

Horsemanship

Team motivation

Organisation & communication

Reliability

Flexible hours

Horse welfare understanding

Job description

Tallinga Park is seeking an experienced, motivated and reliable Foreperson to join our team and assist with the day-to-day management of our thoroughbred racing and training operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong knowledge of racehorses, proven leadership skills and a passion for the racing industry.

About the Role

The successful applicant will play an important role in overseeing daily stable operations, supporting staff and ensuring our horses receive the highest standard of care, training and management.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily stable operations and coordinate the day-to-day running of the stable.
• Supervise, lead and support stable staff.
• Monitor the health, wellbeing, feeding and general condition of horses.
• Assist with training schedules, trackwork and race-day preparations.
• Ensure horses are handled safely and professionally at all times.
• Administer medications and treatments as directed by the trainer or veterinarian.
• Maintain high standards of stable presentation, cleanliness and horse welfare.
• Coordinate daily workloads and ensure tasks are completed efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with management, staff and veterinarians.
• Maintain accurate records relating to horse care, treatments and stable operations.
• Ensure workplace health and safety procedures are followed.

About You

• Previous experience working with thoroughbred racehorses.
• Experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a racing stable.
• Strong horsemanship and an excellent understanding of horse behaviour and welfare.
• The ability to lead, motivate and work effectively within a team.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A reliable, proactive attitude and a strong work ethic.
• The ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, weekends and race days.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of horse care and stable management.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work with quality thoroughbred racehorses.
• A supportive and professional team environment.
• An opportunity to take on a leadership role within an established racing operation.
• Competitive remuneration, negotiable based on experience.

Location: Tallinga Park, Wangaratta, Victoria.