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Joanna Herbert

Christchurch,CAN

Summary

Im a Hardworking, adaptable, and reliable professional with a strong background in hands on roles, including decades in the Harness Racing industry as stable foreman and Raceday Driver.Ive managed horses at the highest levels, earning a couple of national Junior Driver Premierships and have also worked successfully in sales as a mobile consultant for curtains, blinds and general window treatments. I bring practical problem-solving skills, a strong work ethic, and a calm, reliable presence to any role. I'm equally comfortable working independently or in a team, and I pride myself on my attention to detail and ability to connect with people. Outside of work, I'm passionate about animals, gardening, and supporting sports, especially rugby, where I spent 10 years as a volunteer team manager. Whether it's outdoors, in customer service, or getting stuck behind the scenes, I'm ready to contribute and give it my all.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Stable Manager

CJ & J Defilippi Racing Stables
Prebbleton, Christchurch
05.2020 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of racehorses and stable activities.
  • Oversee horse care routines, including feeding, grooming and exercise schedules.
  • Ensured health, safety and optimal performance of all horses.
  • Coordinated grooming, gearing up, and preparations for training and race meetings.
  • Transport Horses to races, trials, and workout meeting.
  • Conduct farm maintenance and maintain cleanliness of stables.

Stable Manager/Race Day Driver

SJ Boyd Racing Stables
West Melton, Christchurch
06.2019 - 02.2020
  • Supervised daily operations for horse care and stable management.
  • Oversaw feeding, training routines, and staff coordination to maintain optimal performance.
  • Ensured health and safety standards for all horses to promote peak condition.
  • Managed grooming and preparation activities for training, races, trials, and workouts.
  • Transported horses to race, trials, and workout meetings.
  • Maintained stable cleanliness.
  • Served as stable driver for races, trials, and workout meetings.

Mobile Consultant-Soft Furnishings

Hubbers Furnishings Ltd
Christchurch City, Christchurch
11.2015 - 06.2019
  • Provided in home and in store consultations for curtains, blinds and interior solutions.
  • Managed measuring, quoting, sales and customer service end to end.
  • Built strong client relationships and met sales targets consistently.
  • Coordinated with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure timely delivery of products.
  • Oversaw the installation, ensuring customer satisfaction with the final result.

Race Driver/Stable Hand

HRNZ
South Island , NZ
01.1995 - 08.2009
  • Drove competitively in official race meetings across New Zealand.
  • Worked in various stables during this time in hands-on roles.
  • Maintained horse fitness, race preparation, and care with high attention to detail.

Skills

  • Stable management
  • Health monitoring
  • Team leadership
  • Work ethic and reliability
  • Customer service
  • Quick learner
  • Adaptability
  • Professional communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Collaboration
  • Independence

Accomplishments

  • 1995 - Harness Racing New Zealand - George Cruickshank UDR Junior Driver's Award
  • 1996/97 NZ Standardbred Breeders Assn: Leading Junior Driver
  • 1997/98 NZ Standardbred Breeders Assn: Leading Junior Driver

Languages

English
Professional

Certification

  • 1990 - The Equine Industries of New Zealand - Certificate in Equine Practice

Affiliations

  • Gardening
  • Hiking & camping
  • Sports Supporter-especially rugby
  • Animals and outdoor activities

Custom

  • Volunteer Experience- Team Manager Rugby 2012-2022
  • Committee member West Melton Rugby Club 2014- 2021

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Stable Manager

CJ & J Defilippi Racing Stables
05.2020 - Current

Stable Manager/Race Day Driver

SJ Boyd Racing Stables
06.2019 - 02.2020

Mobile Consultant-Soft Furnishings

Hubbers Furnishings Ltd
11.2015 - 06.2019

Race Driver/Stable Hand

HRNZ
01.1995 - 08.2009

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