Horse Groom / Stable Assistant

About the job

Horse Groom / Stable Assistant wanted

We are looking for a new horse groom / stable assistant for a workload of 80 - 100%. Your start date can be arranged by agreement. We are seeking a person primarily responsible for our stable and our horses, also during our absences such as holidays, tournaments or courses. We are a private Western riding stable and do not have pensioners. Your work shifts would be both during the week and alternately at weekends, where you will be supported by two other assistants. The job includes morning and evening stable duties. You can expect a stable full of sociable Appaloosas of all ages.

Area of responsibility:

• mucking out
• feeding (hay + concentrates)
• bringing horses in & out
• pasture maintenance
• exercising horses e.g. lunging / treadmill (no riding)
• horse care e.g. grooming / use of boots etc.
• health checks of the horses
• care of other farm animals during our absences (chickens, cats + other small animals)

What we offer:

• Good working atmosphere in a private Western stable
• family-like team
• friendly, sociable horses
• fair remuneration
• regular / pre-planned work shifts
• long-term cooperation
• workload 80% - 100%

What we expect:

• training in the equine sector or several years of experience
• high sense of responsibility
• reliability
• flexibility
• fair treatment of the horses
• independent working
• residence in the region (no accommodation available)

Do you feel addressed? Or would you like more information? Then contact us without obligation at 079 640 93 37, we look forward to your call.

Fam. Schmid
9249 Algetshausen SG

Swissappaloosa - Schmid Performance Horses
www.swissappaloosa.ch