Foaling Attendant Position - Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm Start 27Th July 2026
Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm, Young, New South Wales, Australia
- Pay
- $32 to $35 hour
- Work Type
- Temporary; Permanent; Contract; Freelance
- Work Time
- Full-time
- Live-In
- Live-In Optional
- Bring Own Horse
- Training Available
- Non-Smoker
- Dates
- from Monday, 27 July 2026
- Job No
- 428421
- Status
- Looking
- Updated
- 25/05/2026
- Expires
- in 3 months
- Visa Sponsorship Licence
- Views
- 35
Bowness Stud & Watershed Farm is seeking a dedicated and passionate Foaling Attendant to join our team for the upcoming foaling season (start 27th July 2026 through to the end of November 2026). Ongoing employment may be provided beyond November 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a fast paced and dynamic thoroughbred breeding operation, where you will extend your experience and develop a broad range of equine skills while assisting in the safe arrival of the next generation of racehorses.
Role Responsibilities:
Monitor foaling alarms and oversee pregnant mares on a nightly basis.
Provide immediate post foaling care, including necessary treatments for the mare and neonatal care for the foal.
Maintain accurate records of foalings, treatments, and any health observations.
What We’re Looking For:
Experience in foaling and neonatal care preferred. (It is essential to have extensive horse handling experience).
A strong sense of responsibility, patience, and attention to detail.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as foaling is unpredictable.
A team player with a genuine passion for horse care and welfare.
What We Offer:
Regular night shifts within a respected and supportive team.
Competitive salary and on farm accommodation options available.
The chance to work with high quality thoroughbred mares and foals in a professional and rewarding environment.
Excellent English speaking & listening skills is essential. As we're regional Australia, we qualify for 2nd & 3rd working holiday visas.
Applicant must independently be able to attain a visa with full working rights in Australia.
https://bownessstud.com.au
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email: office@bownessstud.com.au
Videos from the farm: https://tinyurl.com/3n4hjnfz https://tinyurl.com/5df9d2y9 https://tinyurl.com/4ny2ymcm
Requirements
Must attain a working visa for the duration 27/7/26 - 30/11/26, drivers licence necessary
Accommodation
Single on farm cabin style accommodation with private ensuite and kitchenette
Job Benefits
Excellent pay, regular night shifts, extensive broad experience
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- Employer No
- 342206
- Website
- http://www.bownessstud.com.au
- Location
- Young, New South Wales, Australia
- Visa Sponsorship Licence
Equestrian Employer Details
Bowness Stud and Watershed Farm is a large thoroughbred horse breeding, agistment and sale preparation farm, near Young in NSW. We enjoy employing experienced, knowledgeable and competent handlers and educators of strong young thoroughbred horses. Anyone with an Australian work visa with extensive horse experience is most welcome to apply, we are a regional farm so we are eligible to sign off for the 88 days WHV 2nd Visa. Young is a beautiful country town with lots of facilities and amenities, including Woolworths, IGA & Aldi supermarkets, Big W, Bunnings, cafes, pubs and more. Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbKRQEVyVZA&list=PLvLQsmiikc26qutT7qphpROsDD-nks2cg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z8Ewh11XytM&list=PLvLQsmiikc26qutT7qphpROsDD-nks2cg&index=3 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8eUdJY0tks&list=PLvLQsmiikc26qutT7qphpROsDD-nks2cg&index=4 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5Ay9PidrHQ&list=PLvLQsmiikc26qutT7qphpROsDD-nks2cg&index=5
