Hannah Rossiter Gargan
Wexford,Ireland
Summary
I am a dedicated professional with experience in stable management and team leadership. I demonstrate a positive attitude, integrity, reliability and commitment to hard work.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Rider/ Groom
Aine Searson
Wicklow, Ireland
2024.11 - 2025.03
- Short term contract to cover the hunting season.
- Sole responsibility for exercising, feeding and upholding horses to a high standard.
- Maintained a flawless yard.
Sales Ring Coordinator
Monart Sale
Enniscorthy, Wexford
2023.11 - 2024.11
- Helped prepare the yard for the smooth running of one of Ireland's biggest sale of 3 year old eventers and showjumpers, that occurs annually in November.
- Responsible for call up, getting vendors to the sale ring on time, ensuring there was no dead air as sale was live streamed.
Rider/ Yard Manager
Canadian Hay Ranch
Cremona, Alberta
2024.05 - 2024.10
- Responsible for a team of 5 people.
- Organized and led 2-3 hour trail rides.
- Managed daily training and exercise regimes to maintain optimal health, fitness and wellbeing for the horse.
- Broke and trained young horses.
- Administered first aid treatment when required.
- Trained horses for events contributing to multiple successful showings.
- Improved horse riding skills with one-on-one lessons.
Rider/ Team Leader
Sheepcote Equestrian
Hereford, UK
2023.11 - 2024.05
- Responsible for medicating horses.
- Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within the team.
- Developed strategies for improved performance level across the team.
- Carried out daily feeding duties, ensured proper nutrition of the animals.
- Managed stable hygiene for healthier horses.
Rider/Groom/ Yard Manager
Belmont House Stud
Offaly, Ireland
2023.04 - 2023.11
- Supervised a team of 8 students.
- Responsible for co-ordinating turnout for 8 stallions.
- Exercised sport horses.
- Assisted in breaking young horses.
- Delegated tasks amongst team members promoting an efficient work environment.
- Conducted staff training sessions teaching correct handling techniques and safety procedures.
- Fostered a teamwork environment, and enhanced efficiency.
Vet Student/Groom
Boleybawn Horses
Wicklow, Ireland
2021.04 - 2022.04
- General yard work such as mucking out, tack cleaning, turn out, putting horses on and off the walker, preparing for shows etc.
- Exercised Horses.
- Helped with veterinary work during the breeding season (scanning, AI, vet visits etc.)
- Responsible for giving medication to horses.
- Ensured health of pregnant mares by conducting daily check-ups and monitoring vital signs.
- Accompanied on transportation trips, safeguarded animal well-being during transit.
- Provided dedicated care to 80 horses daily, maintaining the highest standards of health and wellbeing.
Vet Student
Summerhill Veterinary Clinic
Wexford, Ireland
2020.09 - 2021.03
- Work experience at a small and large animal clinic while I was exploring a career in veterinary medicine.
- Assisted with surgeries, lab work, emergency medicine and clinic.
Animal Caretaker
Secret Valley Wildlife Park
Wexford, Ireland
2019.09 - 2020.03
- Organised engaging activities for visitors leading to improved visitor experience.
- Ensured safety measures with careful handling of dangerous species.
- Facilitated guided tours for school groups encouraging interest in wildlife conservation among children.
- Maintained clean, sanitary conditions within enclosures to enhance animal health.
Education
Diploma - Leadership and Management
UCD Professional Academy
Dublin 2025.03 -
Level 6 Certificate - Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare.
Marino Institute of Education
Dublin 2019.09 - 2020.05
Leaving Certificate -
Presentation Secondary School
Wexford 2010.09 - 2016.05
Kennedy Park Primary School
Wexford 2002.09 - 2010.05
Skills
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Hardworking
- Team player
- Efficiency
Certification
Pool & Beach Lifeguard - Advanced
First Aid - Advanced
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Diploma - Leadership and Management
UCD Professional Academy
2025.03 -
Rider/ Groom
Aine Searson
2024.11 - 2025.03
Rider/ Yard Manager
Canadian Hay Ranch
2024.05 - 2024.10
Sales Ring Coordinator
Monart Sale
2023.11 - 2024.11
Rider/ Team Leader
Sheepcote Equestrian
2023.11 - 2024.05
Rider/Groom/ Yard Manager
Belmont House Stud
2023.04 - 2023.11
Vet Student/Groom
Boleybawn Horses
2021.04 - 2022.04
Vet Student
Summerhill Veterinary Clinic
2020.09 - 2021.03
Level 6 Certificate - Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare.
Marino Institute of Education
2019.09 - 2020.05
Animal Caretaker
Secret Valley Wildlife Park
2019.09 - 2020.03
Leaving Certificate -
Presentation Secondary School
2010.09 - 2016.05
Kennedy Park Primary School
2002.09 - 2010.05