Equestrian Manager (m/f/d)

SAN SONNEA; Laion; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff accommodation

Free staff meals

Performance pay

Staff discounts

Job summary

San Sonnea, an equestrian centre in Laion, Italy, is seeking an experienced Manager (m/f/d) who combines a passion for horses with strong organisational skills and a commitment to excellence to create a truly special place for guests, horses and team members alike. You will oversee care and wellbeing of our horses and lead the daily operations of the equestrian department.

The role includes delivering riding lessons, planning and developing the programme, supervising the arena and stables, and

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in equestrian operations and horse management.
• Previous leadership experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of horse care, stable management and equestrian operations.
• Excellent organisational skills with a structured and independent working style.
• Leadership skills combined with a passion for teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Responsibility for the care, management and wellbeing of our horses
• Lead and oversee the daily operations of our equestrian department
• Plan, organise and continuously develop our equestrian programme
• Deliver riding lessons for beginners and advanced riders, as well as lead trail rides
• Coordination and supervision of the daily operations of the riding arena and stables
• Lead, motivate and develop the equestrian team
• Ensure the highest standards of quality, safety and animal welfare
• Work closely with the General Management and all operational departments

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Horse care

Stable management

Team development

Education

Equestrian operations experience

Job description

To support the continuous growth of our new equestrian centre, we are looking for an experienced and responsible Manager (m/f/d) who combines a passion for horses with strong organisational skills and a commitment to excellence, creating a truly special place for guests, horses and team members alike.

Your Tasks

• Responsibility for the care, management and wellbeing of our horses
• Lead and oversee the daily operations of our equestrian department
• Plan, organise and continuously develop our equestrian programme
• Deliver riding lessons for beginners and advanced riders, as well as lead trail rides
• Coordination and supervision of the daily operations of the riding arena and stables
• Lead, motivate and develop the equestrian team
• Ensure the highest standards of quality, safety and animal welfare
• Work closely with the General Management and all operational departments

Your Profile

• Several years of experience in equestrian operations and horse management
• Previous leadership experience is an advantage
• Strong knowledge of horse care, stable management and equestrian operations
• Excellent organisational skills with a structured and independent working style
• Strong sense of responsibility and a hands-on mentality
• Leadership skills combined with a passion for teamwork
• Enthusiasm for nature, animals and creating exclusive and high-quality experiences
• Very good Italian and English skills; German is an advantage

Benefits

• A workplace surrounded by nature with a completely new indoor riding arena and exclusive equipment
• All-inclusive onboarding for a good start
• Individual working time models as well as health, pension and social insurance
• Performance-related pay
• Free staff restaurant with breakfast, lunch and dinner (also on days off)
• Accommodation in our staff houses if required
• Free parking
• Attractive further training and career and promotion opportunities
• Organization of events and joint excursions for employees
• Exclusive discounts on SPA treatments, products and stays within the SAN SONNEA Collection and partner hotels
• Free ski pass for the piste directly at the resort and free entry to the Lüsner swimming pond
• Free use of the fitness studio
• 5- or 6-day week, full-time or part-time possible, also on call