Team Lead Equine Technician

vshb; Hastings; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading equine care facility in Hastings seeks a Lead Equine Technician to manage their new facility. This role involves oversight of equine procedures, team coordination, and collaboration with clients and veterinary staff. Ideal candidates are organized, proactive, and skilled in equine care. The position offers a chance to shape equine services and improve client satisfaction. Apply by 15th August 2025.

Qualifications

• Strong equine handling and technical skills.
• Excellent communicator and team player.
• Highly organised with solid time management.
• Committed to safety, service, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversight and day-to-day management of the Equine Facility.
• Hands-on support with equine procedures including surgery.
• Support vets with prep and record-keeping.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and safety.
• Coordinate team rosters for optimal coverage.

Skills

Strong equine handling and technical skills

Excellent communicator

Team player

Highly organised

Solid time management

Positive attitude

Proactive

Job description

INTERNAL JOB OPPORTUNITY – LEAD EQUINE TECHNICIAN

Are you passionate about equine care and ready to step into a role with oversight, responsibility, and real impact? We're looking for a highly organised, motivated Equine Technician to help run our new equine facility.

This is your chance to take ownership of our Equine Facility and play a key role in delivering exceptional service to our equine clients and supporting our veterinary team. If you're confident working with horses, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and love collaborating with people – we want to hear from you!

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Oversight and day-to-day management of the Equine Facility
• Hands-on support with equine procedures, including radiography, surgery, lameness exams, and breeding
• Communicating clearly with clients and colleagues to keep everything running smoothly
• Supporting vets in the field with efficient prep, pack-down, medication, and record-keeping
• Maintaining a high standard of organisation, cleanliness, and safety
• Ensuring adequate supplies are available
• Coordinating team rosters for optimal coverage and efficiencies
• Promoting additional services and helping boost clinic performance
• Upskilling equine technicians across the group as required
• Organise CPD events, promotional events & clinical meetings as required
• Assist the group lead equine veterinarian as required
• Working with the administration team on aged debtors, ensuring payment terms are communicated clearly and overdue accounts are followed up with clients.
• Contributing to and providing input to the Equine Team Leaders into performance reviews for equine technicians

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong equine handling and technical skills
• Excellent communicator and team player
• Highly organised with solid time management
• Committed to safety, service, and continuous improvement
• Comfortable using clinic software and completing admin tasks
• Positive, proactive, and ready to make things happen!

Why Apply?

• This is a key position with responsibility, variety, and room to grow.
• You’ll be at the center of our equine service delivery, working closely with our vets, clients and support team.
• Help shape the future of equine care in our region and contribute directly to client satisfaction and clinic success.

Interested?

Please submit your application or expression of interest to https://vshb.bamboohr.com/careers/85?source=aWQ9MTQ%3D

by 15th August 2025.

If you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to Richard McKenzie for a confidential chat.