McEvoy Racing is a leading Thoroughbred Racing stable, operating state-of-the-art facilities across Ballarat and Flemington.
We are seeking a full-time Assistant Trainer to join our Ballarat stable in a key senior role. This position is suited to an experienced horseperson with strong stable management capability, excellent horsemanship, and the leadership skills to drive standards and performance within a team.
This is a hands-on role that combines daily operations, horse welfare, and staff management, with a strong focus on leading people and maintaining high stable standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily stable operations and morning routines
- Lead, manage, and mentor stable staff and track riders
- Prepare daily worklists and allocate riders via Prism
- Monitor horse condition, training progress, and overall presentation
- Administer and assist with veterinary treatments and medications in line with trainer and veterinary direction
- Attend race meetings, trials, and jump-outs as a stable representative
- Coordinate race day logistics, staffing, and transport
- Maintain high standards of horse welfare, safety, and compliance
- Support staff development, performance management, and team culture
About You
- Proven experience managing within a racing stable environment
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
- Excellent horse handling and training knowledge
- Sound knowledge of medication protocols, including withdrawal periods and compliance requirements
- Experience administering treatments, including oral and IV medications, under appropriate direction
- High attention to detail in horse care and stable presentation
- Confident communicator with the ability to manage people and expectations
- Certificate IV in Racing
- Current driver’s license and licensing with Racing Victoria
This role requires early starts, weekend work, and flexibility around race days and stable demands.
You will play a key role in maintaining the standards, culture, and performance of our Ballarat operation, working closely with the trainers and wider team.
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