Stable Caregiver

About Country Club Resort:

We are nestled amongst 300 acres of parkland, lakes, and rolling paddocks, abundant with wildlife, fresh air, and tranquillity, yet only minutes from Launceston's CBD.

Our resort is Launceston's premier choice for holiday accommodation, dining, and entertainment. With 5 restaurants, 4 bars, 88 hotel rooms, 16 suites, 74 villa units, conference and events facilities, a casino, an 18-hole golf course, and our trail riding tours, we guarantee this role will keep you engaged.

A Day in the Role:

As a Stable Attendant, you will play an integral part of the stables team, working with some of the best Arabian horses in the country. Daily tasks may include:

• Assisting in maintaining stables for the horses, including feeding, cleaning, and shovelling out pens.
• Assisting with equipment management and cleanliness.
• Preparing horses for groups and trail rides.
• Accompanying guests and customers on tours and in lessons.
• Engaging with community groups, including children and adults with disabilities and disadvantaged youth.

What You'll Bring:

A positive attitude and flexibility are key to your success. As a Stable Attendant, you'll have a strong foundation for us to build on with you, including:

• Extensive experience in handling and riding horses, with knowledge of horse care, grooming, and health.
• Understanding of loading and unloading horse transport and equipment.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance to a high standard along with cleanliness.
• High standards of stable presentation and cleanliness.
• Strong assurance and knowledge of safety for guests, with a passion for providing excellent customer service and experience.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills with a strong desire to learn.
• Ability to work shifts across a 7-day week roster, including weekends, and willingness to be flexible on start and end times for business requirements.
• Full Driver's License (or provisional), and a Working with Vulnerable People Check (or able to obtain).

We offer a supportive work environment with learning and development opportunities, staff discounts, free parking, and fully laundered and tailored staff uniform, as well as free meal on every shift.