Operations Assistant

Goldners Horse Transport is Australia's leading thoroughbred transport company, established in 1945.

As a very successful, longstanding and progressive business, Goldners believes thoroughbred transport should be low stress and worry free for our clients and their horses.  We operate a fleet of 16 trucks from depots in Sydney, Gold Coast, Melbourne and Adelaide.

How we operate

We pride ourselves on the extremely high level of service delivered to our customers. With a presence at all of Australia's largest horse sales and transporting the best of the best race horses, we strive to surpass our customers' expectations.

About the role

Due to Goldners on-going growth we are adding to our Operations team. This is a Sydney based position which is a  hands-on role within our business, where you will have a focus on the following areas:

1. Support the NSW & QLD Operations Manager with administrative and operational tasks.

2. Learn to schedule, direct and coordinate horse movements whilst working closely with both the NSW & QLD Operations Manager as well as the VIC & SA Operations Manager.

3. Maintain, build & develop strong relationships with new and existing clients. Communicate with clients and fellow team members at a professional level.

4. Put first the health and safety of the horses we transport and our people.

About you

• You are plugged into the horse industry network,
• Must demonstrate a passion for the horse industry, particularly the Thoroughbred Industry,
• Computer literate and quick to learn new programs and systems,
• Must be an outgoing & driven person,
• Must demonstrate good organisational skills,
• Must have great communications skills,
• Demonstrate honestly and integrity,
• Have great attention to detail,
• Remain calm under pressure,
• Have high standards and a very strong work ethic,
• Be coachable and have chemistry with your team members and management.
• Experience with Ardex is a bonus, but not required.

Why should you join us?

• Highly autonomous role - take full ownership of your job.
• If you are the correct candidate and excel in your role, you will have the opportunity to progress throughout the organisation.
• Flexible hours with the potential to work from home and in separate office locations.
• Opportunities to attend horse sales in several states for Inglis and Magic Millions Sales.
• You won’t be thrown in the deep end. We have a highly skilled Operations team already in place that will be your support and teach you everything you need to know.
• We have a great team work culture & environment.
• If you love horses, love racing and want an exciting and challenging role that changes every day - this is the job for you!
• Be heard! Add value! Own your job! Grow the role and love your job!

Please send applications with Cover Letter and Resume to lucy@goldners.com.au