Career Opportunities

Senior Stallion Handler

Waikato Stud is a world renowned thoroughbred nursery in New Zealand, dedicated to the breeding, rearing and development of elite racehorses. We have an exciting opportunity within our team for a Senior Stallion Handler.

The position will include the following duties:

-Assist with the daily management of Waikato Stud’s six resident stallions
-Responsible for operating stallions in the busy breeding barn
-Present stallions to a high standard at all times
-Parade stallions for clients and visitors

The successful applicant will require the following attributes:

-Previous experience working with thoroughbred stallions
-Display positive and encouraging behaviour towards horses at all times
-Must be able to cope well in high pressure situations
-Be physically fit, reliable, with a strong work ethic and ‘can-do’ attitude
-Have good communication skills
-Have workplace Health and Safety awareness

An attractive remuneration package will be available to the successful applicant.

Permanent or seasonal position (flexible).

Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand, please send your resume and covering letter to kerrie@waikatostud.co.nz

Experienced Reproductive Position

Waikato Stud is a world-renowned Thoroughbred nursery in New Zealand, dedicated to the breeding, rearing and development of elite racehorses.

Well-known for proven and well-established systems, Waikato Stud has an exciting position available for an experienced reproductive team member.

Working within Waikato Stud’s broodmare team, the successful candidate will thrive in a team environment, be able to take instruction, have prior experience working with broodmares and foals and will demonstrate a high level of knowledge and understanding of horses and reproduction.

The position will include the following duties:

-Facilitate the daily operations of Waikato Stud’s broodmare crushes during the busy breeding season
-General care of broodmares and foals

The successful candidate will require the following attributes:

-Have previous experience working for a thoroughbred stud
-Have a sound knowledge of a thoroughbred breeding operation and substantial experience in all facets of reproduction and horse husbandry
-Display positive and encouraging behaviour towards horses at all times
-Be physically fit, reliable, with a strong work ethic and ‘can do’ attitude
-Have good communication skills

An attractive remuneration package will be available to the successful applicant.

Permanent or seasonal position (flexible).

Applicants must be eligible to work in NZ, please send your resume and covering letter to kerrie@waikatostud.co.nz