📄 Fact Sheet: Horse Care Job with City Arrival Package in Australia
🐴 Summary
A unique combination of an exciting 8-night Sydney orientation with job setup and a pre-arranged equine job placement on a professional stud. You’ll receive full job support for up to 12 months with optional city work later on.
📍 Project Location
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Orientation: Sydney, New South Wales
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Job placements: Typically within New South Wales or nearby rural regions
📅 Length of Programme
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8 nights of arrival orientation
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Followed by 3–12 months of paid horse work, with flexible job options available throughout your visa period
👥 Group / Individual Basis
You’ll join a small group of solo travellers during the Sydney week and meet fellow grooms during your placement.
🤝 Support
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Ongoing advice and preparation from our UK team
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Local job support for up to 12 months while you’re in Australia
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24/7 emergency assistance throughout your stay
✅ What’s Included
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Interview and personalised guidance pre-departure
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Help with visa application
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Setup of Australian bank account, Medicare, tax file number, and SIM card
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CV/resume review and interview coaching
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8 nights of accommodation (6 in central Sydney + 2 at beachside basecamp)
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Free Sydney city tours and welcome events
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Airport transfer on arrival
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Job-finding assistance for horse and city work
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Guaranteed equine job placement, with staff accommodation provided
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Continued job support across Australia for 12 months
❌ What’s Not Included
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Flights to and from Australia
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Australian Working Holiday Visa
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Travel & medical insurance (including additional equine activity cover if needed)
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Transport to your job after orientation
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Food, personal shopping, and work clothes
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Any local transport in your home country
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Additional nights in the hostel if needed
🏡 Accommodation
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Sydney: 8 nights in a central, social hostel with top facilities
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Stud placement: Shared groom accommodation with private room, all bills included, usually on-site or nearby
✈️ Travel Arrangements
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Airport pickup and transfer to your hostel in Sydney included
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Travel to your work placement is self-funded, but fully supported
📘 Pre-Departure Information
You’ll receive full access to your My Oyster account, with everything you need to prepare:
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Arrival instructions
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Packing guidance
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Visa tips
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Health & safety info
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Responsible travel advice
🏥 Medical
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A current tetanus vaccination is required
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UK citizens and other eligible nationalities may use Medicare, Australia’s public health system
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Check destination-specific advice via the Fit for Travel website
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Inform Oyster of any pre-existing medical or mental health conditions — you may be asked for a doctor’s note
🛡️ Insurance
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You must arrange comprehensive travel insurance, including:
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Personal accident
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Medical emergencies
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Cancellation cover
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Lost luggage
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Additional cover for horse-related activities is recommended
⚠️ Risks & Considerations
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Work is outdoors and physically demanding — sun safety is essential
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You’ll work with horses, machinery, and vehicles
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There’s a low but present risk of spider/snake bites — full safety briefings are provided
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While crime is low, standard tourist caution is advised
🧭 Downtime & Independence
After your orientation week, you’ll be living and working independently. While we and our partners are always here to support you, daily safety becomes your responsibility. Always inform your employer if you’re travelling away from your placement for extended periods.
♿ Accessibility
This programme is best suited to those who are physically fit. Some physical conditions may be accommodated — please check with your destination manager before booking.
💼 Financial Security
Your money is safe with Oyster:
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All flight-inclusive packages are ATOL-protected
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Non-flight bookings are covered by financial protection insurance
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You will never be stranded abroad, even in the rare event of company insolvency
