Equuip brings you the most comprehensive list of equine jobs in Ireland, ranging from casual jobs in horse racing, work in stud farms and breeding, admin jobs in the equine industry and an array of racing jobs. We cover opportunities for those who want to get a foot on the ladder and people who work in specialised areas of the equine and agri industry and are looking for new prospects. View the current racing industry vacancies below.

Current Industry Vacancies

Location Business Name Role Type Contact Details Published On Description
Kildare Martin Brassil Racing Full Time Staff For more information contact Martin Brassil at 086 252 0034. 2024-10-15 Martin Brassil Racing are now hiring for full time staff.

Applicants must have experience riding racehorses.
Excellent working conditions and pay.

6:30am - 12:30pm & 3:00pm - 5:00pm.
1 evening off every week & work every second weekend.
Location Business Name Role Type Contact Details Published On Description
Kildare Baroda Stud Broodmare Manager Apply to: 
Tamso/David Cox
barodastud@gmail.com
2024-11-05 Baroda Stud are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Broodmare Manager. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing broodmares and foaling.

Duties will include overseeing the health and well-being of our broodmares, coordinating breeding schedules, and ensuring proper nutrition and veterinary care. You will be responsible for liaising with our vets as well as maintaining accurate records of breeding and health information to a high standard. 

Additionally, the role will involve driving machinery for farm maintenance and care.

The successful candidate will possess strong organizational skills, the ability to work independently and also with others, and a deep understanding of equine reproductive management and foaling mares.

 
Kildare Juddmonte Stud Hand Applications, including CV and references, should be emailed to Emma McDonnell, Human Resources and H&S Advisor at emma.mcdonnell@juddmonte.ie. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. 2024-11-06

Juddmonte is a leading international horseracing and thoroughbred breeding enterprise with farms in the UK, Ireland and USA; owner-breeder of over 100 Group/Grade 1 winners including Frankel, Enable & Kingman.

Juddmonte are looking for a full time Stud Hand to work with quality mares and foals at New Abbey Stud, Kilcullen, Co. Kildare.

To be considered you will:

  • have had some experience of working with mares and foals in a stud environment
  • be able to demonstrate excellent horsemanship skills
  • enjoy working as part of a team
  • have health and safety awareness
  • have an enthusiastic and professional attitude with a strong work ethic

Competitive salary and benefits package offered depending on experience.

Applications, including CV and references, should be emailed to Emma McDonnell, Human Resources and H&S Advisor at emma.mcdonnell@juddmonte.ie. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Closing date: Friday 22nd November 2024

In the event we receive a significant number of applicants, we reserve the right to close the application process at any time.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country they are applying to as Juddmonte is unable to offer sponsorship.

Location Business Name Role Type Contact Details Published On Description
Kildare Irish Equine Centre Post Mortem Room Attendant Please email your CV to dgrey@irishequinecentre.ie 2024-10-15 Post Mortem Room Attendant Part time 07h00 – 12h00 Tuesday to Friday Kildare.

About the Irish Equine Centre

The Irish Equine Centre is dedicated to the health and welfare of horses through diagnostic services, research, and education. They work closely with veterinarians and horse owners to provide top-notch diagnostic testing and comprehensive health solutions for equines. They also work on Department of Agriculture contracts.

Job Summary

The Irish Equine Centre are looking for a parttime post mortem room attendant.
Previous experience is not essential but experience from a meat factory, boning hall or butcher may be an advantage.
This is a physical job.
Training will be provided to the successful candidate.
The role is available immediately – if you are interested in this role please email your CV to dgrey@irishequinecentre.ie
Carlow Equine Express Transport Ltd Transport Co-Ordinator Email: infor@equineexpress.ie
Phone: 059 972 1994
 
2024-10-18 Equine Express Transport Ltd are an International Horse Transport Company looking to hire an experienced person to co-ordinate the shipping of horses to/from the UK and Europe. 
They are a very busy office so experience in office procedures is essential.
The successful candidate will be required to liase with clients, Vet, customs agents etc. to complete all the necessary paperwork involved in shipping a load. 
Knowledge of Equisoft & Excel an advantage.
Kildare Irish Equine Centre Maintenance Person Email: dgrey@irishequinecentre.ie
Phone: 045 866 266
2024-10-22 The Irish Equine Centre are looking for a temporary maintenance person - 4-6 months. Forklift licence essential.
Varied role includes maintenance of all equipment and checking generators, heating, general site cleaning and maintenance.
Kildare Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital Night Duty Animal Care Assistant Apply with cv to nursing@aleh.ie
 
2024-11-05 Anglesey Lodge Equine Hospital are recruiting for a Night Duty Animal Care Assistant.

Assisting with the overnight care of inpatients alongside our Veterinary team.
4 nights on/ 4 nights off. Full time / all training given.
 
Ireland Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board Point to Point Raceday Official How to apply:
Any potential candidate wishing to be considered for these positions should submit a Cover Letter highlighting why you are suitable for the role, together with details of your career to date and a comprehensive CV, by email to Jonathan.hogan@ihrb.ie
The closing date for applications is Friday 6 December 2024
2024-11-20 Horseracing in Ireland is a €2.5 billion industry that supports more than 30,000 jobs. The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board (IHRB) is the Regulatory Body for Irish horseracing, responsible for assuring public trust in horseracing and safeguarding its reputation through robust and transparent regulatory practices, implemented with uncompromising integrity by a focused and professional team. Our new Statement of Strategy 2024-2027 includes a commitment to excellence through agility and continuous improvement and to enhanced transparency.

The IHRB is now seeking to recruit for a panel of part-time Point to Point Officials who will form part of a team of Point to Point Raceday Officials, present at every Point to Point meeting to oversee all regulatory matters. These roles will also involve working closely with the Acting Stewards and IHRB Representative appointed to each meeting.

Primary responsibilities will include:
• Inspecting the course in advance of racing on raceday to ensure conformity with INHS Point to Point Regulations
• Liaising with and briefing Hunt Officials on Standard Operating Procedures to be carried out on raceday
• Briefing Riders in advance of racing on the INHS Point to Point Regulations
• Observing races and dealing with potential breaches of any INHS Point to Point Regulation
• Presentation of cases before the Acting Stewards at the meeting
• Advising the Acting Stewards on the interpretation of any INHS Point to Point Regulation
• Preparation and publication of enquiry reports
• Completing all necessary regulatory documentation during and after each meeting

Experience/Qualifications:
• Have an acceptable knowledge of horseracing and the INHS Point to Point Regulations
• Ability to interpret and apply rules and regulations
• Be a top-class race reader and have the ability to analyse situations quickly in a pressurised environment
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills
• Hold a full driving license
• Be a team player but with the ability to also work independently on your own initiative
• Expect to work weekends throughout Ireland with a degree of flexibility to meet deadlines and the demands of the Point to Point fixture list
• Display the highest standards of integrity, diplomacy and discretion
Location Business Name Role Type Contact Details Published On Description
Kildare The Tote Tote Casual Racecourse Staff recruit@thetote.com 2022-10-13 The TOTE are hiring part-time racecourse staff for racecourses across Ireland. Applicants must be aged 18 or over. Please send your CV to recruit@thetote.com. Find out more at www.toteireland.com
Kildare The Curragh Racecourse Raceday Staff To register your interest please send your CV and a brief cover letter to recruitment@curragh.ie. 2022-10-13 The Currgah Racecourse are seeking enthusiastic, customer focused and self-motivated individuals who would like to be an integral part of the race day team at The Curragh. They have both Customer Care and Equine Care roles available. Suitable individuals will be hardworking, adaptable, a good timekeeper and able to work both on their own initiative, as well as part of our team. Those working in equine care will also have experience working in the equine industry. Applications will close on the 16th February.
Kildare Goffs Bid Spotters tadhgdooley@goffs.ie 2022-10-13 Goffs are hiring Bid Spotters. Send your CV to tadhgdooley@goffs.ie.
Ireland Tipperary Racecourse Raceday Staff Email your C.V to info@tipperaryraces.ie 2023-04-20 Tipperary Racecourse.are lookign for indiviudals to join their raceday team. Duties include: Ticket Scanning, Racecard Sales & Ticket Sales Desk. Applicants must be available to work all 11 Fixtures and must be 18 or Over.
 

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