Employment opportunities
Join one of the Gold Coast's busiest riding schools
Equestrian operations, sales and customer relations professional
Highly experienced in management, sales and coaching.
An exciting opportunity to join one of the Gold Coast's busiest riding schools and equestrian centres. We are seeking a highly motivated equine professional with extensive experience in management, sales, customer service and riding school operations to join our team in a long-term live-in position.
This is a diverse and rewarding role involving the coordination of daily operations, customer relations, horse welfare oversight, retail sales, staff support and contributing to the continued growth of the business.
Key responsibilities
- Assisting with the management of daily equestrian centre operations
- Managing customer enquiries, bookings and member relationships
- Driving sales within our equestrian retail boutique
- Providing professional advice on horse riding equipment and rider safety gear
- Overseeing horse welfare and presentation standards
- Coordinating horse allocations and lesson requirements
- Supporting and mentoring coaches, staff and volunteers
- Maintaining high standards of safety, organisation and professionalism
- Contributing to business development and member retention
- Assisting with horse training and coaching when required
The ideal candidate will have
- Extensive experience within riding schools and equestrian centres
- Proven management and organisational skills
- Strong customer service and sales abilities
- Experience selling horse riding equipment and safety gear
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Fluent spoken and written English (essential)
- Strong horse handling skills and a solid riding background
- Previous or current experience in both dressage and jumping
- The knowledge and ability to mentor and support riding coaches
- Recognised coaching qualifications and/or extensive coaching experience
- A professional, proactive and customer-focused attitude
- Confidence working independently and making decisions
What we offer
- Award wages
- A long-term career opportunity
- Live-in accommodation available
- Ongoing professional development
- A friendly and supportive team environment
- Significant responsibility and autonomy within a growing equestrian business
Opportunities for couples: we have also opened a farm and property maintenance position, a unique opportunity for a couple wishing to relocate and work together in a beautiful equestrian environment.
International applicants: suitably qualified overseas applicants are welcome to apply. Fluent spoken and written English is non-negotiable. For the right candidate, sponsorship may be considered in the future; applicants seeking sponsorship must hold recognised coaching qualifications and significant riding school and coaching experience.
Training and mentoring will be provided by the owner to ensure a successful transition into the role.
Full-time live-in maintenance position
We are looking for a motivated, fit and active maintenance person to join our team full-time. This is a long-term position, with a minimum commitment of 6 months. Duties include:
- Mowing and whipper snipping
- Fence repairs and general property maintenance
- Water pump maintenance and repairs
- Weed control and pasture management
- Clearing invasive weed trees and vegetation
- General farm upkeep
This role is physically demanding and suits someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes initiative and takes pride in maintaining a beautiful rural property. Experience in every area is not essential: training and guidance are provided for the right person with a strong work ethic. A love of horses is a bonus: we have 35 horses on the property! Working holiday visa applicants are welcome. Award wages apply; on-site accommodation is available, with rent payable by the employee.
How to apply
Email your resume and a summary of your experience. Strictly no phone calls; applications are only considered by email.
Email gcequestjobs@gmail.com