STUD GROOM
Westbury Stud – Matamata, Waikato
For over 20 years, Westbury Stud has been a
leader in New Zealand’s thoroughbred industry, breeding elite racehorses that
perform on the global stage.
We’re looking for experienced Stud Grooms
to join our Matamata team. You’ll work with quality bloodstock in a fast-paced,
professional environment, perfect for someone who thrives during the breeding
season and takes pride in high standards of horse care.
This is not an entry-level position — prior
professional horse handling experience within a stud, breeding, performance
horse or equine veterinary environment is essential.
Why Westbury?
·Work-life balance: Our roster
offers 4 days off every fortnight, even during the breeding season (a 10 day
roster as opposed to a 12 day roster each fortnight)
·Onsite accommodation available
by agreement
·Competitive salary tailored to
your experience
·Be part of a team dedicated to
producing champions
What You’ll Be Doing
This is a hands-on role caring for
broodmares, foals, weanlings and yearlings.
Key responsibilities include:
·Delivering excellent horse care
across all groups of stock
·Handling horses of all ages
safely and confidently
·Supporting feeding, grooming,
walker exercise and paddock rotations
·Assisting with teasing, foaling
and emergency call-outs
·Assisting with mare
reproductive work and breeding season procedures
·Assisting with conditioning and
preparation of horses for sales, inspections and breeding activities
·Completing daily records,
health checks and supporting vet and farrier visits
·Monitoring horse health,
performance and behaviour, and reporting concerns to senior staff
·Supporting rehabilitation and
recovery programmes where required
·Working alongside veterinarians
and other equine professionals to maintain horse health and welfare
·Maintaining high standards of
hygiene, safety and animal welfare
About You
We’re looking for team players who bring:
·Minimum 2 years’ experience
within a thoroughbred stud, breeding, performance horse or equine veterinary
environment, and/or relevant equine qualifications
·Confident horse handling across
mares, foals and young stock
·Knowledge of basic to
intermediate equine healthcare
·Ability to guide and support
less experienced staff
·A calm, patient and
safety-conscious approach to horse work
·Strong communication skills and
the ability to follow instructions
·Reliability, initiative and a
mature, professional attitude
·Flexibility to adapt and work
in a diverse, fast-paced environment
The Details
This is a full-time position with a minimum
guaranteed 40 hours per week, typically worked from 7:30am–4:30pm on a ten-on,
four-off roster.
Remuneration package tailored to
experience, qualifications and accommodation arrangements, with total package
values ranging from NZD $60,000 – $70,000 per annum.
Vacancies are available for an immediate
start, or by mutually agreed arrangement.
Please note:
This is not an entry-level role and is not suitable for candidates without
prior relevant equine industry experience.
Apply Now
If you’re passionate about stud work and
want to be part of a high-performing, supportive team, we’d love to hear from
you.
All applications must be submitted through
our HR platform using the ‘Quick Apply’ link below.
For any enquiries or technical assistance,
please contact us at vacancies@westburystud.com
All applications and expressions of
interest are treated in the strictest confidence.
