IRISH RACING JOBS BOARD

Email your CV to brigid@equineexpress.ie

Equine Express is a trusted leader in horse transportation, providing safe, reliable, and professional services throughout Ireland and across Europe.

We are looking for a Transport Coordinator to join our team. Full-time position, immediate start.

Responsibilities include:
· Coordinating and managing horse transport schedules across Ireland and Europe.
· Communicating with clients to confirm bookings, collection and delivery times, and travel requirements.
· Working closely with drivers and team members to ensure seamless operations.
· Maintaining accurate records and documentation.

Skills and Experience:
· Excellent communication and customer service skills.
· Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
· A genuine passion for horses and animal welfare.

We offer:
· Competitive salary.
· Supportive, professional working environment.
· Opportunities for career growth within a respected and well-established equine transport company.

Email your CV to aislinn.mooney@sycamorelodge.ie

Sycamore Lodge Equine Hospital, based on The Curragh, provides expert veterinary services covering all aspects of Equine Health.
We are looking for an Administrative Assistant Maternity Leave Cover. Full-time hours, immediate start.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Communication with clients face-to-face, by telephone, and by email.

• Booking client appointments.

• Resolving client queries as they arise.

• Providing administrative support to the veterinary team.

• Data entry and liaising with veterinary team and clients to ensure information provided is accurate.

Attention to detail and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. Equine experience is an advantage.
Please reply with CV to aislinn.mooney@sycamorelodge.ie

Email your CV to info@tipperaryraces.ie

Tipperary Racecourse are looking for indiviudals to join their raceday team. Duties include ticket scanning, racecard sales, and working on the ticket sales desk. Applicants must be available to work all 11 fixtures and must be 18+.

Down Royal Racecourse is one of Northern Ireland’s premier sporting venues. Down Royal is now seeking to recruit a full-time Groundsperson to join the team and assist in the provision of a safe and excellent racing surface and facilities for its 14 race meetings (jumps & flat).
Role to commence immediately.
Job responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and restoration of the racing surface - grass cutting, replacement of divots, etc;

• Use a wide range of agricultural machinery, tools and equipment;

• Assist in the preparation of fences, hurdles, rails and buildings to meet the highest standards;

• Safe use of fertilizers and weed control substances;

• Preparation of stables, parade ring and general grounds.

Essential criteria:

• Knowledge of soil and grass management, etc;

• Ability to operate a range of agricultural machinery in a safe manner;

• Capability to perform routine maintenance of agricultural equipment an advantage;

• Ability to use chemicals in a safe manner;

• Good knowledge of the racing industry;

• High energy, ‘hands on’, creative and self-motivated;

• Strong desire to contribute, learn and grow with an ambitious team.

Horse racing is a seven-day-a-week, rain, hail or shine business and the ideal candidate must be available to work weekends
Reporting to the Head Groundsman. Full time. Immediate start.
Please send interest to info@downroyal.com

Fairyhouse Racecourse hosted its first race in 1848 and is now one of Irelands leading racecourses. It hosts 21 race meetings plus other events throughout the year, including several high-profile races over both the Flat and National Hunt seasons. Our people and their passion for what they do is at the heart of our core values. we are currently recruiting for a Groundsperson.

ROLE PURPOSE
The successful candidate will join our team in ensuring the provision of a safe and exceptional racing surface, jumps, and ancillary features such as stables and parade rings. They will assist in maintaining and presenting the racecourse grounds and racing surface to the highest standards.
Fairyhouse boasts approximately 100 acres of racing surface that demands meticulous maintenance. The responsibilities and competencies required for the role of Groundsperson at Fairyhouse Racecourse include:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
·      Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the racing surface and associated areas throughout the year by:
·      Appropriate grass cutting, rolling, fertilising, scarifying, aeration, irrigation, power washing, etc.
·      Safe and effective operation of machinery.
·      Replacement of divots and filling holes with appropriate soil/sand mixtures.
·      Assist in the preparation of jumps, rails, stables, general grounds, etc to quality standards.
·      Apply fertilisers and, if qualified, spraying products safely and in accordance with label instructions.
·      Implement the racecourse watering policy.
·      Supervise race day casual staff when required.
·      Maintain awareness of biodiversity and environmental goals of the organisation.
·      Perform other necessary job duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
·      Knowledge of soil and grass management/sportsturf.
·      Experience with irrigation or umbilical pumping/slurry systems preferred.
·      Proficiency in operating a range of grounds maintenance machinery safely.
·      Ability to perform basic routine maintenance of machinery and handheld equipment advantageous.
·      Chemical spraying qualification preferred but not essential.
·      Basic horse handling knowledge and industry familiarity advantageous.
·      Strong communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work effectively as part of a dedicated professional team.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
·      Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
·      7% employer pension scheme.
·      25 days annual leave.
·      Company days and service leave days.
·      Continuous professional development and wellness programs.
·      AIR membership for free entry to all Irish race meetings.
·      Membership to the ATPI.
·      Access to sports and social club activities.
·     Racing TV subscription discount.

As racing is a seven-day business, flexibility in relation to working hours is required. You will be required to work some weekends and evenings.
HRI is an equal opportunities employer. Interview candidates will be provided with any necessary reasonable accommodations when called for interview.

Email: hr@corkracecourse.ie
Phone: 0879270730

• Identify, develop, and manage new commercial opportunities, including sponsorships, corporate partnerships, and hospitality sales.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing sponsors, local businesses, tourism bodies, and community stakeholders.
• Develop strategies to increase non-raceday income through events, conferences, exhibitions, and venue hire.
• Work with the General Manager to develop and deliver annual commercial targets and budgets.

• Create and execute integrated marketing campaigns to promote racedays, festivals, and special events.
• Manage the racecourse’s digital presence, including website, email marketing, and social media channels.
• Oversee brand identity and ensure all marketing materials align with the Cork Racecourse brand and values.
• Collaborate with media partners and PR agencies to generate positive coverage and raise the racecourse’s profile.
• Develop promotional content, including press releases, photography, video, and digital assets.

• Enhance the customer experience across all touchpoints, from ticketing and hospitality to on-site activation.
• Use data and analytics to understand audience behaviour, improve retention, and attract new visitors.
• Implement loyalty and community engagement initiatives to strengthen local support and repeat attendance.

Email: samcurlingracing@outlook.ie
Phone: 0879406040

Looking for experienced riders to join the team on a full or part-time basis. Accommodation with utilities included for full-time employees. Rides available. Opportunities to go racing and to bloodstock sales if interested. For more info contact Sam.

Email: mccarthyracing1@hotmail.com
Phone: 0876662539

Contact Aidan at 0862796887

We are currently seeking full-time/part-time riders. Great opportunities for the right person.

Full-time position with many rides available for suitable candidate.

Email: flynnracing@gmail.com
Phone: 0870505941

Paul Flynn Racing seeks exercise riders to join our friendly team in County Longford. Exciting opportunity to be part of a yard with plenty of winners and a lovely bunch of horses. Mornings, Monday to Saturday.

Email: natalie@sash.ie

• Riding out racehorses daily, including pre-training and sales horses
• Assisting with the schooling and development of young or inexperienced horses
• Carrying out general yard duties, including mucking out, grooming, tacking up, and horse care
• Monitoring horse health and wellbeing and reporting any concerns to management
• Undertaking other ad hoc duties as needed to support the smooth running of the yard

• Proven riding experience essential
• Previous experience riding Thoroughbred horses is a distinct advantage
• Confident, competent, and sympathetic rider
• Hardworking, reliable, and able to work well as part of a small team
• Good timekeeping and a positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to follow instructions and work to a high standard of horse welfare

• Full-time position in a supportive and professional environment
• Opportunity to work with quality horses

• Genuine interest in flat racing and willingness to learn
• Strong work ethic and good attitude
• Able to work early mornings, weekends, and racedays
• Riding experience preferred but not essential

• Riding out daily
• General yard duties and horse care
• Working closely with trainer and senior staff
• Ongoing coaching and feedback to improve skills
• Raceday opportunities as experience develops

• Full-time position
• Learning from an experienced trainer
• Plenty of support and guidance
• Good rate of pay
• Friendly, professional yard environment

Email: flancostello@gmail.com
Phone: 0862643677

Exercise rider required for small Limerick-based yard. Tuesday to Saturday. Mornings or afternoons.

Email CV and references to barodastud@gmail.com
Phone: 0872936357

Location: Just outside Newbridge, Co. Kildare
Position: Stud Hand – Breeding Season (Short-Term) with Option of Long-Term

Baroda Stud is seeking an experienced and reliable Stud Hand to join our established and supportive team for the upcoming breeding season.

THIS ROLE CAN BE:

• Short-term (breeding season)

• Or long-term, for the right candidate who wishes to stay on

THE ROLE INCLUDES:

• Handling and care of mares, foals and youngstock

• General stud duties

• Working as part of a highly experienced and professional team

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS:

• An excellent horse handler

• Hard-working, dependable and enthusiastic

• Comfortable working within a busy breeding operation

• Able to provide excellent references/recommendations

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Joining a great existing team in a respected, well-run stud

• Positive working environment

• Accommodation available if required

• Opportunity for a long-term position for the right person

Please send CV and references.

For applications and enquiries please contact Tom O’Brien MVB: tomobrienvet@gmail.com

We are seeking a motivated and professional Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Sycamore Lodge Equine Hospital in Kildare. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values both clinical standards and a healthy work-life balance.

At Sycamore Lodge Equine Hospital, we are committed to developing a strong nursing team where individual skills are recognised and professional growth is encouraged. This full-time role is structured to provide a sustainable and enjoyable working pattern, with no out-of-hours emergency work and weekend duties limited to a scheduled half-day Saturday on a 1-in-4 rota, allowing for predictable time off.

The position is primarily surgery-focused nursing, with hands-on involvement in inpatient care and treatment. You will also gain experience in imaging, surgical assistance, and anaesthesia monitoring, with full training and guidance provided to support your continued development.

We offer a competitive starting salary of €35,000–€40,000, commensurate with experience, with paid CPD, VCI registration, and VDS. In addition any overtime is paid.

Email CV and references to emma.mcdonnell@juddmonte.ie

Juddmonte is a leading international horseracing and thoroughbred breeding enterprise with farms in the UK, Ireland and USA; responsible for over 100 Group/Grade One winners including Frankel, Enable, Kingman, and Field of Gold.
We are looking for a full-time Stud Hand to work with quality mares, foals, and weanlings at New Abbey Stud, Kilcullen, Co. Kildare.
The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience of working with mares, foals and weanlings 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.

Juddmonte offers excellent working conditions, a competitive salary commensurate with experience, and a benefit package that you would expect from an industry leader.
Applications, including a CV and references, should be emailed to Emma McDonnell at emma.mcdonnell@juddmonte.ie
Closing Date: Saturday 14th February 2026.
Applications must have the right to work in the country they are applying to as Juddmonte is unable to offer sponsorship. No accommodation is provided with this role.  All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

Email your CV to brigid@equineexpress.ie

Equine Express is a trusted leader in horse transportation, providing safe, reliable, and professional services throughout Ireland and across Europe.

We are looking for a Transport Coordinator to join our team. Full-time position, immediate start.

Responsibilities include:
· Coordinating and managing horse transport schedules across Ireland and Europe.
· Communicating with clients to confirm bookings, collection and delivery times, and travel requirements.
· Working closely with drivers and team members to ensure seamless operations.
· Maintaining accurate records and documentation.

Skills and Experience:
· Excellent communication and customer service skills.
· Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
· A genuine passion for horses and animal welfare.

We offer:
· Competitive salary.
· Supportive, professional working environment.
· Opportunities for career growth within a respected and well-established equine transport company.