Career Opportunities

Yearling Prep- Leader

Limited positions are available to join Waikato Stud’s Yearling Preparation for the 2024-25 season as a leader. In this role you will play a crucial part of the prep team.

At Waikato Stud, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence. We have an exciting line of yearlings to offer across Australasia in 2025. With an experienced full-time team in place, onsite veterinarians and farrier, we have the support to ensure the prep runs well.

Responsibilities:
Leading colts and fillies for parades, video’s, photos and paddock turnout.
Daily feed up run and checks of paddock stock.
Perform minor treatments.
Report yearling condition and soundness queries.
Groom, exercise and educate the yearlings.
Assist with data entry for farrier and vet procedures.
Assist the vets and farrier as needed.
Yard muck out and maintenance duties.
Assist in upskilling and guiding the less experienced and younger staff.
Help out other farm areas as needed. For example, foaling’s and crush work.
The positions available require experience and a demonstrated ability in parading colts and fillies at the yearling sales.

Accommodation will be provided, and applicants must hold an eligible visa to work in New Zealand.

The role will be approximately November 1st 2024 until January 31st 2025.

To learn more, contact:

Mike Rennie
+64 (0) 21 433 073
mike@waikatostud.co.nz