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About The Hong Kong Jockey Club

The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) has played a major role in the development of equestrian sport in Hong Kong establishing 3 public riding schools and the Beas River Equestrian Centre (BREC).

The Equestrian Affairs Department aims to fulfil the Club’s vision to promote riding as a sport and raise participation at all levels, from beginner through to elite. It oversees the management of four equestrian centres, including the Member’s facility at the Beas River Country Club and three public riding schools at Tuen Mun, Pok Fu Lam and Lei Yue Mun.

Opportunities:

• Equestrian Coach
• Senior Equestrian Coach
• Performance Jumping Coach
• Equestrian Competition Coach
• Manager, Riding School

Job Description

For Coaches (Equestrian, Senior Equestrian, Equestrian Competition):

• Provide private and group lessons for adults and children.
• Conduct stable management and simulator-based sessions.
• Develop lesson plans and competition preparation programs.
• Mentor staff and students for BHS assessments.
• School horses and ponies to maintain fitness and behavior.
• Ensure compliance with safety and welfare standards.

For Performance Jumping Coach:

• Deliver specialist jumping coaching to all levels.
• Develop and execute youth programs for talented riders.
• Select and train horses for show jumping.
• Act as coach for National Youth Squad and support international competitions.
• Oversee jumping competitions and contribute to show committee.

For Manager, Riding School:

• Manage day-to-day operations of the riding school.
• Organize equestrian activities and riding school shows.
• Provide on-the-job training and staff development for BHS levels.
• Coordinate BHS exams and maintain accreditation.
• Promote equestrian sports through events and roadshows.

Minimum Requirements

• Equestrian Coach:
  • BHS Stage 3 Complete or equivalent; 3+ years experience.

• Senior Equestrian Coach:
  • BHS Stage 4 Complete; 9+ years experience.

• Performance Jumping Coach:
  • Experienced jumping rider (1.40m level); BHSI or equivalent.

• Manager, Riding School:
  • BHS Stage 4 Complete or equivalent; 5+ years experience.

• All roles require:
  • Experience coaching riders of all ages and levels.
  • Knowledge of horse training methods; experience with thoroughbreds preferred.
  • First Aid certification and safeguarding knowledge.
  • English fluency; Cantonese an advantage.

Benefits

An attractive package based on a 2 years contract, 6 days/week/48h including:

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Low level of taxation in HK
• Comfortable & furnished flat on-site 2 bedrooms
• Relocation package and reimbursement allowance
• Discretionary annual performance bonus subject to performances
• 15 days annual leave per annum + 17 Public Holidays
• Standard Mandatory Provident Fund (Pension Scheme)
• Medical insurance
• Annual allowance for Protective Personal Equipment (PPE)