The thoroughbred industry is a unique and extraordinary business that brings people together from all walks of life. The industry is full of excitement, can be financially rewarding, challenging and more importantly is immensely satisfying and fulfilling for those who possess the passion and love for the thoroughbred horse.

While the industry is a practical one, employment opportunities vary considerably, are far reaching and cover fields such as administration, marketing, sales, research, farming, grounds maintenance, and of course horse husbandry - so there is really something for everyone.

FULL TIME PERMANENT STALLION GROOM REQUIRED

Westbury Stud (Karaka farm) is currently looking for a full time, permanent stallion groom.  To be eligible, you must have experience working with stallions and preferably mares and foals.  Also, you need to be hard working and a team player. 

Applications are to include a C.V. and can be emailed via the link below.

For more information on this role, including a job description, please contact Craig Baker.

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SEASONAL YEARLING STAFF

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for reliable, hard-working, and experienced people to assist with the preparation of our yearlings for the 2014 Karaka Yearlings Sales.

You will need to be a team player, dedicated and committed to the education and presentation of our yearling consignment for the National Yearling Sales at Karaka in January/February.

Day-to-day duties include feeding, grooming, leading and the general routine care of the yearlings.  In addition, you may be required to complete other general maintenance work from time-to-time as directed by the Yearling Manager. We have positions available at both of our farms - located at Westbury Karaka (Auckland) and Westbury Waikato (Matamata) - starting in September through until the completion of the sales in February.

Salaries will be commensurate with the respective ability and experience of the applicants concerned and accommodation may be available on the property depending on individual requirements.

If you are interested in applying, please click the link below, and for general queries, please email Craig Baker. 

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SEASONAL BREEDING STAFF

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for reliable, hard-working, and experienced people to assist with the day-to-day duties involved with the breeding side of the operation at Westbury Stud (Karaka and Matamata).  You will work with broodmares, stallions, and foals during the 2013 Breeding Season.

You will need to be a team player, dedicated and committed towards caring for stallions, mares and foals as they are prepared for service and covered by Westbury Stud stallions. Previous experience and knowledge of the breeding routines would be beneficial, while general horse husbandry skills are considered an important prerequisite. 

Day-to-day duties include feeding, checking  and the general routine care of the breeding stock. In addition, you may be required to complete other general maintenance work from time-to-time as directed by your manager.

We have positions available at both of our farms - located at Westbury Karaka (Auckland) and Westbury Waikato (Matamata) - starting in August through until the completion of the breeding season in December.  Please note that our Westbury Waikato farm does not have stallions. 

Salaries will be commensurate with the respective ability and experience of the applicants concerned and accommodation may be available on the property depending on individual requirements.

If you are interested in applying, please click the link below, and for general queries, please email Craig Baker.

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