Horse Breeder: OSCA 152933

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise horses for competition, dressage, eventing, showjumping, riding for pleasure and working.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

• Plans, organises, controls and coordinates the breeding and raising of horses
• Organises horse stud operations and routines, such as feeding, watering and exercising, and administration of nutrition programs, vaccinations and medications
• Maintains records of horse pedigrees, selects and purchases horses for breeding, and manages breeding programs
• Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of breeding stock and young horses, including by developing strategies to manage biosecurity and other risks
• Directs and oversees general horse stud activities, including the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as stables, fences, paddocks, sheds and water supply systems
• Organises the sale, purchase and transportation of horses
• Manages horse stud business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
• May select, train and supervise horse stud staff and contractors