Job Vacancy - Assistant Stud Manager

JOB VACANCY - ASSISTANT STUD MANAGER

Nevele R Stud is a leading standardbred horse stud situated on the outskirts of Christchurch.

We are seeking a passionate and highly motivated individual for the role of Assistant Stud Manager.

Reporting to the Stud Manager, this is a unique and exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Nevele R team in a senior role. 

Key Responsibilities

• The day-to-day care of bloodstock, ensuring the highest industry standards are applied to their safety and well-being at all times
• Assisting with mare reproductive work, as well as the care of mares and their offspring post foaling
• Assisting with foal watch, foaling procedures, and weaning
• Assisting in the education and preparation of yearlings for the national sales
• Carrying out horse feeding regimes, including making feeds, feeding out, and cleaning feeders and troughs
• Assisting in the record keeping of horse movements and daily worksheets
• Handling of stallions as required, including at collection time (training will be provided)
• Maintaining and adhering to the stud’s Health and Safety protocols
• Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Stud Manager
  
  

Requirements

• Excellent, and demonstrable, horse handling skills across broodmares, foals and/or yearlings, and the confidence and capability to be able to handle stallions
• Foaling experience is preferred but not essential (training will be provided)
• Good communication skills, including the ability to teach others and upskill less experienced staff
• Be able to work both in a team and individually
• Have the confidence and aptitude to be able to lead a team and make decisions when the Stud Manager is away; be able to use your own initiative
• Professional personal presentation and attention to detail
• Must be physically fit, reliable, and adaptable with a willingness to learn
• Have a mature and responsible work attitude
• Basic computer skills are essential for this role
  
  

A competitive salary, reflective of experience and expertise, will be offered to the successful candidate.

To apply, please email a covering letter and your CV to Nevele Rʻs Stud Manager Anna Murphy at anna@nevelerstud.co.nz

Applications close 5pm 14 June 2024