Horse Trainer

**HORSE TRAINER / INSTRUCTOR**

Ethereal Equestrian is Brisbanes premier equestrian riding school based in Burbank, Queensland. We are Brisbanes only specialist Showjumping school. Due to our current full time instructor's decision to return home to the UK, we are seeking a high energy, motivated and competitive horse trainer/instructor. Very big shoes to fill.

The position involves riding and training work, coaching and general stable & horse care duties. Our facilities include oversized 17-meter round yard, undercover 62 x 22 sand arena, outdoor full sized show jump arena, cross country course.

You will need to be flexible in your work hours due to lesson times and available over the weekends for active competition in Showjumping.

The position is full time. 35-40 hours per week. Part time will be considered if more than one applicant is suitable. Working hours generally Monday afternoon through to Saturday afternoon. Sunday off, Monday AM off and generally Tuesday or Thursday off. A 3 day weekend can be rostered once per month by negotiation.

Ideally you will be an experienced Show jumper with some coaching experience. Training experience is a must for re-training of Off The Track Thoroughbreds.

The ideal position requirements (not limited to):

- Minimum 2 years hands-on experience in horsemanship and horse training
- Minimum 2 years experience horse riding instruction
- Stable, paddock and horse management daily
- Horse and pony training/riding, height and weight compliance
- An active showjumping competitor is desirable
- Must be available to work Saturday's - 3 on 1 off
- Experience with beach, trail, outing rides and management
- Current driver’s license, our location is Burbank in Brisbane.
- This is a unique opportunity for a committed horse person. Subject to a trial period, a full-time position is offered with permanent salaried remuneration. We are looking for a long-term commitment.
- Working Holiday Visa 88 day sign off NOT APPLICABLE.

Application Deadline: 29/02/2024
Expected Start Date: 15/04/2024

**Salary**: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance
- Visa sponsorship

Schedule:

- Afternoon shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 13/03/2024
Expected Start Date: 15/04/2024