Stable Foreperson/Manager

6 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia myhorseracing Full time

Kavanagh Racing is seeking an experienced, hands-on Stable Foreperson / Stable Manager to lead day-to-day barn operations at our Flemington base. This key leadership role in a proven, Group-1 winning stable with genuine scope to grow your responsibilities and influence results on race day.

What you'll do
  • Lead the barn: roster, brief and mentor ground staff and track riders; set standards and hold the team accountable.
  • Horse welfare & presentation: oversee feeding, grooming, exercise schedules and box management to the highest standard; maintain individual horse care plans.
  • Health & compliance: daily trot-ups and soundness checks; record treatments; liaise with vets and farriers; ensure WHS/biosecurity protocols are followed.
  • Programming & logistics: coordinate morning work, swimming, treadmill and rehab; manage race day gear; organise race-day staffing and float logistics.
  • Records & communication: keep accurate work, meds and feed records (Prism or similar); provide clear updates to the trainer on progress, issues and targets.
  • Young horse education: confidently handle, educate and improve manners of inexperienced horses.
  • Race-day representation: present horses professionally; communicate with owners, officials and media as required.
What you'll bring
  • Proven experience as a Stable Foreperson/Manager in a professional racing stable (min. 3 years).
  • Strong leadership, people management and communication skills; calm under pressure.
  • Deep knowledge of racehorse care, soundness, training routines and gear; confident handling colts and sharp horses.
  • Outstanding organisation and attention to detail; proactive problem-solver.
  • Tech-savvy with stable systems and accurate record-keeping.
What we offer
  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Clear career progression within a high-performance, family-run operation.
  • Supportive culture that backs professional development and high standards.
  • Quality horseflesh, modern facilities at Flemington Training Centre, and exposure to metropolitan racing.
Roster & compliance
  • Early-morning starts; rotating weekends/public holidays.
  • Must be eligible to work in Australia and comply with Racing Victoria rules and stable WHS policies.
  • References will be required.
How to apply

Email your CV and a short cover letter (outlining relevant leadership experience and availability) to levi@kavanaghracing.com.au.


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