Full-Time Racing Stablehand — Early Mornings, Team-Driven

Archibald Racing; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Archibald Racing in Brisbane is seeking a motivated and reliable Stablehand to join our Eagle Farm racing stable on a full-time basis. You will contribute to the highest standard of care for thoroughbreds and support a professional, high-performing racing operation.

Daily duties include feeding, watering, rugging, stable cleaning, preparing horses for trackwork and leading horses to and from the racecourse, with involvement in race meetings and barrier trials when required.

Qualifications

• Previous racing stable or strong horse-handling experience required.
• Ability to work early mornings, afternoons and rostered weekends.
• Good communication and team-player mindset.

Responsibilities

• Daily care, handling and monitoring of thoroughbred racehorses.
• Feeding, watering, rugging and general horse welfare.
• Cleaning boxes, barns and stable areas.
• Preparing horses for trackwork.
• Leading horses to and from the racecourse.
• Loading and unloading walkers.
• Taking temperatures and monitoring horse health.
• Caring for tack, rugs and stable equipment.
• Assisting at race meetings and barrier trials when required.

Skills

Horse handling

Stable hand experience

Job description

Archibald Racing in Brisbane is seeking a motivated and reliable Stablehand to join our Eagle Farm racing stable on a full-time basis. You will contribute to the highest standard of care for thoroughbreds and support a professional, high-performing racing operation.

Daily duties include feeding, watering, rugging, stable cleaning, preparing horses for trackwork and leading horses to and from the racecourse, with involvement in race meetings and barrier trials when required.