SAMUEL BURFORD
Murray Bridge,SA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with 12 years experience operating my own business, showcasing strong leadership and problem-solving skills. Recognized for effective communication and adaptability in high-pressure environments, consistently achieving goals while maintaining safety and compliance standards. Eager to learn new skills and challenges and contribute positively to team dynamics.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASSISTANT TRAINER
WILL CLARKEN RACING
02.2024 - Current
- High levels of communication with trainers on individual horses training schedule, health, feed and performance needs
- Manage feeding, rugging and veterinary needs
- Responsible for exercising horses on walker and equine high speed treadmill
- Attending race days and trials as required
- Communicating with owners, jockeys, and racing authorities on behalf of the trainer
- Scheduling, coordinating and transporting race horses to various tracks using car and float or horse truck
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicle and float component such as brakes, tires, lights, fluid levels and check for any potential hazards
RACEHORSE TRAINER
SAM BURFORD RACING
01.2012 - 02.2024
- Responsible for implementing effective personalized training programs tailored to each horse
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry regulations while protecting workers' health and well-being
- Successfully managed and developed a team of 10 employees, utilizing excellent communication skills and problem-solving capabilities
- Negotiated contracts with vendors such as veterinarians, farriers, feed suppliers
- Monitored health and nutrition of horses on a daily basis, providing necessary adjustments as needed
- Communicated effectively with owners regarding the status of their horses' training programs
- Organized transportation arrangements for horses when traveling
- Ensured compliance with regulations set by governing bodies within the industry
- Instructed jockeys in handling specific horses during races
- Ability to analyze race results and identify areas of improvement
- High standards of personal presentation for race day public speaking and media coverage
- Daily start up safety check list on vehicles and machinery
- Implemented strategies for handling difficult behaviours exhibited by horses during training
- Inspected riding equipment regularly before use in order to identify potential safety risks or malfunctions
TEAM LEADER OF HORSE DRAWN TRAM DRIVER
VICTOR HARBOUR COUNCIL
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise
- Ensured safety and proper operation of the tram
- Responsible for health and safety of the horses and passengers while operating the tram
- Daily feeding, rugging, grooming and exercising the horses
- Training new staff
APPRENTICE JOCKEY
AQUANITA
- Utilized video analysis to review past performances, identifying areas for growth and refining racing techniques accordingly.
- Achieved consistent improvement in racing performance through focused practice and dedication to the sport
- Assisted trainers with daily care of racehorses, feeding, grooming and cleaning of yards
- Improved physical fitness with regular workouts tailored specifically to the demands of a successful jockey career.
- Ability to follow precise riding instructions and adapt to different riding situations
Education
APPRENTICESHIP - JOCKEY
AQUANITA RACING
Melbourne CERTIFICATE IV - RACEHORSE TRAINER
TAFE SA
Skills
- Patience and persistence
- Leadership qualities
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
- Self motivation
- Public speaking
- Workplace safety
Certification
- HR synchro truck licence
- LF Forklift licence
- Front end loader
- Skid steer
- Car licence
- White Card
- Race horse trainer
Timeline
ASSISTANT TRAINER
WILL CLARKEN RACING
02.2024 - Current
RACEHORSE TRAINER
SAM BURFORD RACING
01.2012 - 02.2024
TEAM LEADER OF HORSE DRAWN TRAM DRIVER
VICTOR HARBOUR COUNCIL
01.2008 - 01.2011
APPRENTICE JOCKEY
AQUANITA
APPRENTICESHIP - JOCKEY
AQUANITA RACING
CERTIFICATE IV - RACEHORSE TRAINER
TAFE SA
Similar Profiles
Harmanjeet SinghHarmanjeet Singh
Data Manager at Clarken RacingData Manager at Clarken Racing
Charithmani Malsa JayasooriyaCharithmani Malsa Jayasooriya
Chef at Southside Racing (Pakenham Racing Club)Chef at Southside Racing (Pakenham Racing Club)
Manas ChoudharyManas Choudhary
HEAD OF BRAKES | MANAGEMENT MEMBER at Zuura Formula RacingHEAD OF BRAKES | MANAGEMENT MEMBER at Zuura Formula Racing