Stable Manager

Arena Racing Company Careers; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading horse racing organization in Tees Valley is seeking a Stable Manager to oversee the management and maintenance of racecourse stables. Responsibilities include ensuring high cleaning standards, managing documentation, and liaising with staff for efficient operations. The ideal candidate will possess excellent time management skills and a flexible working approach as this role often requires working evenings, weekends, and bank holidays. A full clean driving license is necessary for this position. Joining our team offers exciting opportunities and perks including annual members’ passes and health insurance.

Benefits

Annual Members passes for access to racedays

Hotel Discounts

Complimentary Golf

Annual leave starting at 22 days

Pension and Group life assurance schemes

Healthshield including 24hr GP

Qualifications

• Manage maintenance and presentation of racecourse stables.
• Liaise with Clerk of Course on staffing requirements.
• Ensure stables are cleaned to high standards as per guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the stables and related areas.
• Maintain documentation and registers for veterinary treatment.
• Manage staff requirements and oversight of cleaning operations.

Skills

Excellent time management skills

Flexible approach to working

Good Communication Skills

Works well under pressure

Enjoy outdoor working

Tools

Gardening equipment

Agricultural machinery

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Stable Manager.

At ARC we embrace diversity we develop our people we care for our visitors we think about our impact and we are proud of our sport.

Who is Sedgefield Racecourse

One of the countrys friendliest racecourses with a reputation for a warm relaxed atmosphere. Set in the beautiful Durham countryside Sedgefield Racecourse hosts 20 fixtures over the year and is also available for venue hire.

About the role

As the Stable Manager you will be responsible for managing all maintenance preparation and presentation of the racecourse stables. You will be required to liaise with the Clerk of Course regards any additional staffing requirements to ensure stables are turned around efficiently for the next race meeting. Ensuring the stables have been cleaned out to a high standard.

You must continually review working practices in each area challenging historic practices and looking for improved methods of work and ensuring that problems found in any of the above areas are either dealt with and resolved immediately or reported to the Clerk of the Course or the Estates Manager.

Responsibilities for the successful Stable Manager include (but not limited to):

• To take full responsibility for:
• The Stables Veterinary Treatment box and Sample area
• Maintain correct documentation & registers
• The Stables ground & surrounding area
• The Stables office
• CCTV
• Liaise with Hostel manager regarding staff requirements
• Ensure the stables have been cleaned out to a high standard according to the BHA guidelines and ARC Standard.
• Under the direction of the Clerk of the Course carry out a maintenance programme for the course. The work entails working outside in changing and often inclement weather conditions and can be physically demanding.
• You will be required to use various gardening agricultural equipment machinery vehicles and chemicals in the process of carrying out your duties.
• Abide by all regulations and safe working practices in accordance with current legislation and as detailed in the Companys Health and Safety Policy and Procedures

Due to the nature of this role working unsocial hours will be a frequent occurrence including late evenings weekends and Bank Holidays.

The person we are looking for as a Stable Manager has

• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent attendance record
• Flexible approach to working
• Works well under pressure
• Organised
• Good Communication Skills
• Enjoy outdoor working
• Full clean driving licence

Work Perks of being a Stable Manager with us at ARC

• 2 Annual Members passes giving access to over 1500 racedays
• Hotel Discounts and Complimentary Golf
• Annual leave starting at 22 days increasing up to 28 in line with length of service
• Pension & Group life assurance schemes
• Healthshield including 24hr GP & EAP

and so much more!

We are on a thrilling journey. So to join us at our next destination be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer

At ARC we believe a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us stronger, more competitive and adaptable. We welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer we do not discriminate based on gender, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, gender reassignment, race, nationality, religion, disability, age or criminal history (where legally applicable). If you have a disability and need adjustments please let us know. We will ensure you have what you need to participate in the application or interview process and to perform the job.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an environment that is safe, inclusive and ensures everyone's contributions are heard and respected. We strive to lead by example in promoting diversity, inclusion and belonging.

Closing Date

Required Experience: Manager

Key Skills

Restaurant Experience, Customer Service, Employee Evaluation, Management Experience, Math, Employment & Labor Law, Sanitation, Leadership Experience, P&L Management, Mentoring, Supervising Experience, Restaurant Management

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1