A recent post about jockeys now being entitled to super on LinkedIn got me thinking about job perks. Personally, the appeal for me of working with horses often focused around the fact that:
- I get paid to work with an animal I love
- I learn whilst on the job and acquire many new skills
- I get to travel
- The work is seasonal so there’s often a change of scenery in what’s required of me and the type of stock I handle
- I find I can save a lot as the work is constantly a 12 day fortnight (less time to spend) and I am able to live where I work (save on fuel and no need to pay rent)
Now these are appealing aspects for me, but there are some forms of job security that should be considered alongside these for those wanting to generate a career in the equine industry. Ask yourself of the job you’re applying for or currently working in:
- Is there a chance to work up to a management position?
- Will pay rises or bonuses be offered on a regular basis (e.g. annually)?
- Is there job security, or are you likely to be asked to move on over the slow periods because there’s not enough work or wages to go round?
When it comes to developing yourself for a career in the horse industry, it’s worth knowing what you will get in return for being a skilled, competent and reliable worker.
“The horse you get off is not the same as the horse you got on; it is your job as a rider to ensure that as often as possible the change is for the better.”
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