SITUATIONS VACANT
March 2016
Apprentice required for this coming July 2016 or possibly next January 2017 intake. Based in the Somerset. You will need to hold a current Forging Certificate and ideally 5 GCSE’s at grade C or above including Maths, English and a science (although candidates going through the access course to qualify will be considered). Own transport is also required as I have no accommodation to offer. A keen and professional attitude is essential. Please email a full CV including references to [email protected]
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Previous Situations Vacant ads
February 2016
POSITION NOW FILLED
An opportunity has arisen for a reliable, conscientious, self-employed Farrier to join an existing team, working within a prestigious Flat Racing Yard in Wiltshire.
This position would possibly suit a newly qualified person wishing to gain experience with quality Flat Racehorses.
A competitive rate of pay and flexible hours along with good working conditions are offered.
For more details please contact Mark
07767492136
February 2015
Chris Edwards Farrier Ltd
has an opportunity for a qualified farrier to join an existing team working in a top racing stable in Newmarket.
Experience working with racehorses essential. Excellent rates of pay.
For further details please call Chris Edwards
on 07703 359 208 or email: [email protected]
December 2014
CJF LOOKING FOR WORK
AFA Certified Journeyman Farrier looking for a challenging post with an English speaking farriery or veterinarian practice in Europe. Currently working in Sweden with high value show jumpers and dressage horses. My anatomical theory is excellent, I have good forge skills, am able to make many therapeutic shoes and have competed regularly at forging contests in the US and Nordic countries.
I am physically strong, reliable, hard working and totally dedicated to the profession of farriery.
Available from January 2015.
Please contact [email protected] for more details.
Tel +46730376325 (Sweden)
or via Bob Pugh 07758 328839 (Leave a message and I will phone back )
September 2014
Lecturer in Farriery
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Farriery team here at Myerscough. You will be responsible for the shoeing, care and appropriate treatment of the College equine stock. The successful candidate will have responsibility for the development, management and delivery of traditional and online farriery courses situated within the Myerscough course programme area. It is essential that candidates are a registered farrier with proven experience of working within the farriery industry. BSc (Hons) / FdSc Farriery (or equivalent), teaching qualification or willing to work towards and level 2 in English and maths are essential.
Salary: £26,706 - £34,182 per annum relating to qualifications and experience
Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2014
Please either visit our website or contact the HR team on 01995 642289/email [email protected] for more information and an application pack
June 2014

SEPTEMBER 2014
Our business is expanding into Germany and as a consequence we are looking for an experienced qualified farrier with an overall competence but a special interest and knowledge of shoeing thoroughbreds. We expect that this vacancy, commencing from 1st September 2014, will involve living and working in Germany for an extended period and provide an opportunity to extend your skills and knowledge in a new and exciting environment.
Remuneration in accordance with skills and experience
Please send current CV and references to: [email protected]
April 2014
Looking for An apprenticeship to become a farrier
I have all the necessary qualifications including the Forgework certificate
willing to go anywhere in the country
Hold a full UK driving license
Name Oliver Heath
Email- [email protected]
TEL 0191 2893605
April 2014 - Lecturer in Farriery - Location: Moreton Morrell Centre.
Closing date: Sunday 20th April 2014. Apply online at warwickshire.ac.uk
February 2014
Apprenticeship Required:
19 year old male urgently requires apprenticeship with Farrier.
NPTC Certificate in Forgework, completed Farriery Access at Hereford College, work experience with farriers. Lots of forging experience. References available.
Full Driving licence, own vehicle. Responsible. Reliable. Enthusiastic. Any area considered.
Please contact: Lewis Hardy on 07792 333141
February 2014 - ENTRIES FOR THIS POSITION HAVE NOW CLOSED!
Farriers Position For The Royal Cavalry In The Sultanate Of Oman.
Candidates should have at least ten years’ experience covering all types of corrective/remedial shoeing
and have familiarity in the shoeing of all types of sports horses.
You will also be expected to organize and train a group of Omani apprentices.
The contract is a renewable one year single or married status.
You will receive a tax free salary, free air conditioned accommodation including utilities,
50 days leave outside of Oman and annual return flights for you and your family.
Oman is a family friendly cosmopolitan place to live that has year round sun!
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SRUC Oatridge Campus Certificate in Forgework
Designed to prepare candidates for an apprenticeship in the farriery industry or for a career as a blacksmith.
12 weeks blocks. Next starting in March 2014.
Apply now via sruc.ac.uk For more information please contact us: Tel 01506 864800 Email: [email protected]
February 2014
Apprenticeship required:
23 year old female urgently requires an apprenticeship.
NPTC Certificate in Forgework and Health and Safety in the Equine Industry. Qualifications gained at Myerscough College. Work experience with farriers, references available. Very experienced with horses. Full driving licence and own vehicle with caravan so willing and able to move to any part of the country.
Please contact Lucy Williams on 07414853304.
January 2014
Due to a constant increase in clients, we are looking for a qualified farrier to join our team of 4 UK farriers working in South Australia.
The successful applicant must have an excellent standard of work, good communication skills and be able to work both as a member of a team and individually.
A drivers licence is essential, as is a clean police record.
The work is interesting and varied, with racehorses, performance and pleasure horses, as well as many vet referrals making up our client load.
South Australia offers an excellent lifestyle and the Adelaide Hills where our business is located is one of the most attractive regions in the state, as well and being central to all that South Australia has to offer. The successful applicant will be offered a 4 year contract, after completion of a 6 month probationary period.
Above award salary, including four weeks paid holiday and a pension is also paid.
Please make enquiries and send current detailed CV and references to: [email protected], or phone Australia mobile - 0488 060 321.
January 2014
Apprenticeship Required
17 yr old female urgently requires apprenticeship with Farrier
Has C&G level 2 in Forgework, completed Farriery Access at Warwickshire College,
Driving licence ; Experienced with horses ; Responsible ; Reliable
Any area considered.
01503 263645.
December 2013
Warwickshire College
Lecturer in Farriery at Warwickshire College Ref: GL3
Are you qualified to at least DWCF or equivalent and have the ambition to attain higher qualifications? We are looking for an enthusiastic and approachable individual to join our Farriery and Blacksmith team. Ideal candidates will be highly skill with the desire to train the next generation of world leading farriers.
Salary: £23,144 - £33,014 per annum
Closing: Sunday 15 December 2013
We do not accept CVs as a form of application. Please complete our online application form on our website www.warwickshire.ac.uk under Jobs.

October 2013
Lecturer in Farriery at Moreton Morrell required. (Job Ref: GL1)
Are you qualified to at least DWCF or equivalent and have the ambition to attain higher qualifications? We are looking for an enthusiastic and approachable individual to join our Farriery and Blacksmith team. Ideal candidates will be highly skill with the desire to train the next generation of world leading farriers.
Salary: £23,144 - £33,014 per annum
Closing date: Sunday 13 October 2013
Interviews are expected to take place on Tuesday 29 October 2013.
July 2013
Due to expansion, farrier needed to join our team of 3 UK farriers working in South Australia.
The applicant must have a good standard of work, have good communication skills and be able to work as part of a team and individually.
The applicant must also have a clean criminal record and hold a driving licence.
The business consists of 60% racehorses and the rest a mixture of competition and pleasure horses.
South Australia offers an enviable lifestyle and a very different working environment to the UK.
The successful applicant will be offered a renewable three year contract, after completion of a six month probationary period.
Good salary including four weeks paid holiday and a pension is offered.
Please send current cv and references to [email protected]
June 2013 - DS HOVSLAGERIPRODUKTER
Farrier wanted to work in Sweden
We are looking for a farrier to come and work with us. We are located in the Gothenburg area.
Package includes:
◗ Good payment
◗ Four horses each day
◗ Use of van for shoeing
◗ Good stables
◗ Good horses
Would suit newly qualified or experienced farrier. DipWCF required
Please contact Daniel mob 0046-739443335, Email [email protected]
June 2013 - Senior Farrier
A senior farrier is required for prestigious stud in the Middle East.
• Must have experience with youngstock, racehorses also management skills.
• Be able to work as part of a team.
Contact [email protected] with CV for more information.
June 2013 - African Horseback Safaris in Maun, Botswana
African Horseback Safaris in Maun, Botswana, is looking for farriery expertise, thereby offering an interesting opportunity for a young farrier to go out to Botswana and work in the Okovango Delta. The farrier should be able to ride.
Anyone who is interested should send their CV to John Sobey at African Horse in the first instance,
e-mail [email protected]
