Senior Horse Handler – Yearling Prep & Foaling Season

Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm; Young; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm near Young, NSW is seeking a full-time, experienced stud and stable hand to handle weanlings and assist in yearling preparation. The role transitions into foaling and breeding season Aug–Nov 2026, with duties across mare care, stallion assistance and general farm tasks.

Applicants must be very experienced educating horses on the ground, have excellent English and be able to work independently. A minimum commitment of 4+ months is required.

Qualifications

• Must have excellent English speaking skills.
• Experience educating horses on the ground is essential.
• Able to commit to a minimum of 4+ months.

Responsibilities

• Handle weanlings, foals and yearlings for education.
• Assist broodmare breeding, care and foaling down.
• Stallion handling/assistance and yard duties.
• Muck out stables, feed, water, wash, groom and exercise young horses.
• Monitor paddock horses and maintain records.

Skills

Excellent English

Independence

Attention to detail

Tools

Farm machinery experience

Job description

Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm near Young, NSW is seeking a full-time, experienced stud and stable hand to handle weanlings and assist in yearling preparation. The role transitions into foaling and breeding season Aug–Nov 2026, with duties across mare care, stallion assistance and general farm tasks.

Applicants must be very experienced educating horses on the ground, have excellent English and be able to work independently. A minimum commitment of 4+ months is required.