Performance Jumping Coach

Global Sports Jobs Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Dynamic working environment

Development opportunities

Job summary

Global Sports Jobs Limited is recruiting an experienced equestrian coach to provide high-quality coaching in the flat and jumping disciplines within HKJC’s Racing Division in Hong Kong. The post-holder will work with the Executive Manager, Equestrian Affairs, the Performance Manager and fellow discipline coaches to develop youth programmes, show jumping activities and horse show management.

Required: jump rider at least 1.40m, coaching experience and safeguarding knowledge; fluency in English;

Qualifications

• Experienced jumping rider who has competed to at least 1.40m level.
• Experienced jumping coach.
• Flexible and experienced at coaching riders of all ages and levels, from introductory to advanced levels.
• Expert knowledge of training methods for schooling a variety of horses both under saddle and from the ground.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding protocols and holds a current background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality coaching in the flat and jumping disciplines to staff, livery clients, youth squad members and relevant riding school clients.
• School livery horses on the flat and over fences as requested by HKJC Members, and riding school horses as requested by the Senior Manager, Equestrian (BREC).
• Develop programmes that encourage greater participation in jumping, including lectures, demonstrations and clinics.
• Select suitable horses for development in show jumping and assist in their production for a wider pool of jumping horses in Hong Kong.
• Develop and execute youth programmes for talented riders and travel with Hong Kong representatives to international competitions.
• Coach staff to improve schooling of horses and prepare for competitions and exams.
• Contribute to horse shows and oversee jumping competitions at BREC.
• Maintain records for lessons, training, and client billing; ensure accurate horse utilisation and competition prep.
• Uphold OSH safety policies and instil safe practices across all work areas.

Skills

Experienced jumping rider

Experienced jumping coach

Flexible coaching across ages

Training methods for schooling horses

Child protection and safeguarding

Job description

About the Role

This role provides high-quality equestrian coaching in the flat and jumping disciplines to staff, livery clients, youth squad members and relevant riding school clients. It sits within the Racing Division, which manages all aspects of Hong Kong's world-class sport of horse racing across importation, training, racedays, equestrian, welfare, integrity and international engagement, and is shaping racing into a dynamic sporting, social and entertainment experience. The post-holder works with the Executive Manager, Equestrian Affairs, the Performance Manager and fellow discipline coaches to develop youth programmes and increase participation in jumping. The role also contributes to horse show management and the production of show jumping horses to build a wider pool of jumping horses for use in Hong Kong or by Hong Kong riders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality coaching in the flat and jumping disciplines to staff, livery clients, youth squad members and relevant riding school clients.
• School livery horses on the flat and over fences as requested by HKJC Members, and riding school horses as requested by the Senior Manager, Equestrian (BREC).
• Work with the Executive Manager, Equestrian Affairs to develop programmes that encourage greater participation in jumping in Hong Kong, including lecture demonstrations and clinics.
• Select suitable horses for development in show jumping and actively assist in their production, with the aim of developing a wider pool of jumping horses for use in Hong Kong or by Hong Kong riders.
• Work with the Executive Manager, Equestrian Affairs, the Performance Manager and fellow discipline coaches to develop and execute youth programmes for talented young riders; travel with Hong Kong representatives to international competitions and provide coaching support as required.
• Coach fellow staff members to improve their knowledge and skill in schooling horses on the flat and over fences, and prepare them for monthly competitions and annual BHS exams.
• Act as a member of the Show Committee and contribute to the management of horse shows, with a focus on developing high‑quality, progressive competitive opportunities for all levels in show jumping; oversee all jumping competitions at BREC.
• Work alongside the Administrative team to maintain accurate and efficient records for monitoring lessons and associated client billing, horse training and utilisation records, and competition and fittening programmes for school and livery horses.
• Ensure the Club's OSH safety policies are adhered to at all times and instil safe practices in all areas of work.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Experienced jumping rider who has competed to at least 1.40m level.
• Experienced jumping coach.
• Flexible and experienced at coaching riders of all ages and levels, from introductory to advanced levels.
• Expert knowledge of training methods for schooling a variety of horses both under saddle and from the ground.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding protocols and holds a current background check.

Preferred Skills

• Relevant equestrian coaching qualifications, ideally BHS Qualifications: Performance Coach BHSI or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with thoroughbreds.
• Qualified course builder.
• Fluency in English; some understanding of Cantonese is an advantage but not essential.

Salary

• Competitive salary

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive benefits package
• Dynamic working environment
• Development opportunities

About the Company

We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an inclusive workplace for all, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds.