Munce Racing is seeking a highly capable Assistant Trainer / Spelling Farm Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of our property in Beaudesert, Ballycapall.
Ballycapall is a 130-acre, purpose-built thoroughbred training and spelling property. The property currently operates a 16-horse barn, with 10-16 horses in work at any one time, and a further 20-horse barn due to become operational within the coming weeks. Once the new barn is operational, capacity will increase to up to 35 horses in work. Horses in work include those in training, pre-training and rehabilitation programs. The property also spells 50-60 horses at any one time.
This role reports directly to Chris and Corey Munce. It is a hands-on role suited to a highly organised horseperson with extensive practical experience within the thoroughbred racing industry and a strong background working in professional racing stables and/or spelling and pre-training operations.
The successful applicant will be responsible for the management and supervision of horses in training, rehabilitation, pre-training and spelling, while maintaining high standards of horse welfare, staff management and stable operations across a large-scale property.
Key Responsibilities
- Overall management and supervision of the Ballycapall operation
- Managing up to 35 horses in work, including horses in training, rehabilitation and pre-training
- Oversight of 50-60 spelling horses across a 130-acre thoroughbred property
- Daily management of stable routines and horse movement schedules
- Monitoring horse condition, fitness, health and progression
- Assisting with the implementation and execution of training and rehabilitation programs
- Managing and coordinating a team of approximately 6-10 staff
- Staff rostering and workforce coordination in conjunction with management
- Maintaining high standards of horse welfare, presentation and property management
- Ordering feed, equipment, supplements and supplies as required
- Liaising daily with trainers, veterinarians, farriers and other service providers
- Attending race days, trials and veterinary appointments as required
- Accommodating owner visits and maintaining professional communication standards
Essential Requirements
- Extensive hands-on experience within the thoroughbred racing industry
- Previous experience in a senior role within a professional thoroughbred racing stable highly regarded
- Confidence handling thoroughbreds of all ages and temperaments
- Strong horsemanship skills and attention to horse welfare
- Ability to manage large numbers of horses across multiple stages of training and spelling
- Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and make sound day-to-day operational decisions
- A genuine long-term commitment to the role and the industry
What We Offer
- Long-term senior position within a progressive racing operation currently in expansion mode
- Supportive team environment with direct involvement in the development of the Ballycapall operation
- Accommodation available on site
- Attractive salary package commensurate with experience
- Unique opportunity to grow within a respected Queensland racing stable
Applications and confidential enquiries can be directed to Chris Munce at [email protected].
