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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
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • 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
11.2023 - 11.2024
  • 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
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • 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
11.2023 - 05.2024
  • 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
04.2023 - 11.2023
  • 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
04.2021 - 04.2022
  • 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
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • 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
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • 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
03.2025 -

Level 6 Certificate - Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare.

Marino Institute of Education
Dublin
09.2019 - 05.2020

Leaving Certificate -

Presentation Secondary School
Wexford
09.2010 - 05.2016

Kennedy Park Primary School
Wexford
09.2002 - 05.2010

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
03.2025 -

Rider/ Groom

Aine Searson
11.2024 - 03.2025

Rider/ Yard Manager

Canadian Hay Ranch
05.2024 - 10.2024

Sales Ring Coordinator

Monart Sale
11.2023 - 11.2024

Rider/ Team Leader

Sheepcote Equestrian
11.2023 - 05.2024

Rider/Groom/ Yard Manager

Belmont House Stud
04.2023 - 11.2023

Vet Student/Groom

Boleybawn Horses
04.2021 - 04.2022

Vet Student

Summerhill Veterinary Clinic
09.2020 - 03.2021

Level 6 Certificate - Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare.

Marino Institute of Education
09.2019 - 05.2020

Animal Caretaker

Secret Valley Wildlife Park
09.2019 - 03.2020

Leaving Certificate -

Presentation Secondary School
09.2010 - 05.2016

Kennedy Park Primary School
09.2002 - 05.2010
Hannah Rossiter Gargan