Spring Spur has welcomed guides and guests to Victoria's High Country since 1986. We're a family-run business offering trail rides, multi-day treks, and farmstay accommodation from our working horse property in Tawonga.
Trail Guide, Hosting, All Rounder
Spring Spur Pty Ltd | Contract | Salary TBC
Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun, 4 days flexi — some weeks will be weekends only, and up to 5 days during school holidays and busy times.
Eligible for 88 day visa
Job Description
Spring Spur is a family-operated trail riding and farm-stay business in Tawonga, in Victoria's High Country. Since 1986 we've offered guided trail rides, multi-day pack horse treks through the alpine country, and farm-stay accommodation. We're seeking experienced, hands-on riding staff for a 4-week paid trial with the possibility of extension to 3 to 6 months pending suitability and availability. This role is suitable for an individual. This is a varied position combining trail guiding with general hospitality and farm duties — suited to someone comfortable in the saddle and equally happy mucking in around the property. Own accommodation or caravan required, self-catered.
Job Responsibilities
Trail guiding for day rides and multi-day pack horse treks. Stable management and horse husbandry including feeding, grooming, and general horse care. Guest room servicing and laundry. Property upkeep including gardening, fencing, and general farm maintenance.
This is a versatile job, primarily as a trail guide/riding instructor/guest relations, however, there is always opportunities to bring any unique skills you may have to the Spring Spur offerings.
Job Requirements
Start Date: 1st September
Trail Guide (Casual Position)
Spring Spur | Tawonga, Victoria
Are you a passionate horse person with a love for the outdoors and a knack for creating unforgettable guest experiences? Spring Spur is on the lookout for energetic, capable individuals to join our guiding team for seasonal and year-round casual work.
About Us
Spring Spur is home to Bogong Horseback Adventures, an award-winning horseback tourism business offering trail rides and packhorse expeditions into Victoria's spectacular High Country. We breed and train our own herd of over 40 horses using natural horsemanship, and run rides from our family property in Tawonga, where we also offer boutique accommodation and homestyle meals.
The Role
As a Trail Guide, you'll play a key part in delivering safe, high-quality riding experiences across our two-hour, half-day, and full-day ride offerings. Your days will be spent saddling horses, leading guests through stunning mountain tracks, and ensuring the smooth and safe running of every ride.
Duties include:
You'll need:
This role is casual, with shifts allocated weekly on a first-come basis. Morning and afternoon rides, full days, and double shifts available.
Why work with us?
We're a family-run business with deep roots in the High Country and a strong team culture. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills in natural horsemanship, guiding, and backcountry riding, while spending your days on horseback in some of the most breathtaking landscapes in Victoria.
To Apply
Send a brief introduction, your riding background, and any relevant experience via the form link.
https://forms.gle/eXFLbUsazUbAghZr5
Alternatively, send us an email to jobs@springspur.com.au
