Assistant Trainer

Kavanagh Racing located at Flemington is looking for an Assistant Trainer to join the team. This is a full-time position and you will work under the direction of Mark and Levi Kavanagh.

As Assistant Trainer you will be a key player in the organisation and require sound knowledge and experience within the industry.

Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

- Organizing the running of morning and afternoon shifts
- Supervise daily operations such as groundwork, walker/treadmill use, swimming, stable cleaning and maintenance of gear and facilities
- Supervise the daily care of horses that includes routine health checks and recognizing ailments and injuries if they arise
- Ensure feeding regime is adhered to and report any issues to trainers
- Ordering of stable supplies in line with weekly budgets
- Assisting the vet
- Effectively manage roster and direct a small team of employees
- When Mark & Levi are unavailable take charge including, representing the stable on race days and at trails

To be successful you will require the following:

- Experience leading a team
- A firm understanding of the training, care, and nutrition of racehorses
- Good communication skills
- Calm under pressure
- Attention to detail with strong record keeping
- Hard working

Remuneration is negotiable for the right applicant.

Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence and only suitable people will be contacted.