Senior Riding Instructor and Operations Manager | Darwin | NT

We’re growing rapidly and are looking for someone who wants to build a career—not just take another job.

We’re searching for a motivated leader who is passionate about horses, enjoys working with people and wants to play a key role in growing an exciting, innovative business.

This is a unique leadership position combining riding instruction, tourism, horse management and daily business operations.

You will work closely with the Director to ensure the business operates smoothly while helping deliver exceptional experiences for every client.

This is a hands-on role. You’ll spend time teaching lessons, guiding rides, caring for horses, leading staff and helping manage the day-to-day operations of the business.

As Yarraman Territory continues to grow, this role offers genuine opportunities to progress into a senior management position.

Yarraman Territory is one of the Northern Territory’s leading equine businesses, delivering riding lessons, multi-day tourism experiences, school holiday programs, veterans’ programs, community outreach and equine experiences.

Join a passionate team dedicated to horses, people and the Northern Territory. Yarraman Territory delivers premium equine tourism experiences, riding lessons and community programs in a supportive environment where safety, teamwork, customer service and authentic Territory hospitality are at the heart of everything we do.

Horse Riding & Client Experience

• Deliver private and group riding lessons.

• Guide trail rides and multi-day tourism experiences.

• Deliver school holiday programs and clinics.

• Create fun, engaging and memorable experiences for clients of all ages.

• Mentor junior instructors and assistant staff.

Operations

• Assist with daily scheduling and staff coordination.

• Allocate horses to lessons and tours.

• Ensure horses are presented to a high standard.

• Oversee daily horse welfare and stable operations.

• Assist with Horse Hotel operations.

• Ensure facilities are clean, safe and well maintained.

• Manage equipment and report maintenance requirements.

Leadership

• Lead by example.

• Support and mentor team members.

• Help maintain a positive workplace culture.

• Solve day-to-day operational challenges.

• Ensure high standards of safety and customer service.

Business Support

• Assist with bookings and customer enquiries when required.

• Help develop new tourism products and experiences.

• Contribute ideas to improve efficiency and customer experience.

• Support marketing initiatives, including social media content and client engagement.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has outstanding horse handling and riding skills.

• Is confident teaching riders of all ages and abilities.

• Has a positive, upbeat and energetic personality.

• Loves working with people and creating memorable experiences.

• Is a natural leader who enjoys mentoring others.

• Is organised and able to prioritise multiple tasks.

• Is proactive and takes ownership.

• Is physically fit and enjoys working outdoors.

• Has a strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated horse riding and handling experience.

• Experience teaching or coaching riders.

• Current Driver Licence.

• Working with Children Clearance (or ability to obtain).

• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

Desirable

• Tourism or hospitality experience.

• Leadership or supervisory experience.

• Experience with Australian Stock Horses.

• Experience working with children and beginner riders.

• Social media or marketing experience.

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• The opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role.

• A diverse role where no two days are the same.

• Work with quality horses in one of Australia’s most unique equine businesses.

• Ongoing professional development.

• The opportunity to shape the future of Yarraman Territory.

We’re not looking for someone who simply wants to teach riding lessons.

We’re looking for someone who wants to help build something special.

If you’re passionate about horses, love working with people, enjoy leading a team and want to grow with an ambitious business, we’d love to hear from you.

PLEASE NOTE:

• These are permanent positions and NOT open to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applicants.

• Applicants without the required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.