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Rebecca Roldan

Shipley,West Sussex

Summary

Reliable and hardworking professional with 25 years’ experience in the equine industry, seeking a new role outside the yard environment. Highly organised, physically capable, and experienced in working independently, managing daily responsibilities, and providing excellent care and customer service. Known for strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to remain calm under pressure. Calm under pressure, detail-driven, and fully committed to horse welfare and performance.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work history

Livery Yard Worker / Senior Yard Assistant

Lady Louise Burrell
Shipley, Sussex
2024.09 - Current
  • Developed the livery yard business including advertising and interviewing potential liveries.
  • Responsible for the daily care and welfare of multiple horses, ensuring high standards of safety and cleanliness
  • Managed structured daily routines, feeding schedules, exercise, and stable maintenance
  • Communicated regularly with horse owners, vets, and farriers to coordinate care and resolve issues
  • Worked independently with minimal supervision, making decisions to maintain smooth daily operations
  • Maintained equipment, monitored supplies, and reported maintenance or safety concerns
  • Live on-site to provide security around the estate.
  • Managing the seasonal maintenance of the land including, harrowing and rolling.
  • Transporting horses professionally with a clean CPC certificate
  • Clean Digital Taco-Graph
  • Implemented efficient yard operations by managing staff and resources effectively.
  • Responsible for the purchasing of yard lorries, managing MOT's and general upkeep.
  • Managing close relationships with local vets and farriers.
  • Operated lifting equipment safely for transport and storage of stock.

Professional Familiy Assistant

Mr Mark Burrell
Shipley, Sussex
2012.08 - 2018.12
  • Assisting day to day an elderly family member with farm management and maintenance of Knepp Castle Estate.
  • Carried out general estate maintenance including repair and upkeep of gates, fencing, bridges, and access routes
  • Assisted with safe operation and upkeep of farm infrastructure
  • Ensured the estate remained functional, safe, and accessible year-round
  • Ensuring safety and welfare of Mr Mark whilst out on day to day rides on his personal horses.

Polo Groom

Sophia Burrell
Shipley, Sussex
2004.01 - 2011.05

Highly skilled and dependable polo horse trainer and head groom with extensive experience managing professional polo yards. Proven ability to oversee all aspects of horse welfare, training, fitness, grooming, and yard operations while maintaining the highest standards expected in competitive polo environments. Experienced working with high-goal strings, young horses, and rehabilitation programs.

  • Managed full-time operation of a professional polo yard with up to 12 horses
  • Oversaw daily care, feeding, grooming, and exercise programs
  • Developed fitness and conditioning plans tailored to tournament schedules
  • Prepared horses for practices, chukkas, and high-pressure match days
  • Managed farrier, veterinary, physio, and dentistry schedules
  • Maintained immaculate stable standards and equipment organisation
  • Supervised and trained grooms, ensuring consistency and horse welfare
  • Handled transport logistics for tournaments and international travel
  • Maintained clear communication with players, patrons, and management

Education

GCSEs - Physical Education

Steyning Grammar School
Steyning

Skills

  • Time management & prioritisation
  • Yard operations management
  • Working independently and using initiative
  • Reliability and strong work ethic
  • Customer service & client communication
  • Training and development
  • Health & safety awareness
  • Physical stamina and resilience
  • Problem-solving in high-pressure situations
  • Teamwork and supporting others
  • Record keeping and routine checks
  • Fire safety training
  • Up to date First Aid certification
  • Truck driving license
  • Stakeholder management dealing with owners, vets, farriers and suppliers
  • Driving Tractors for harrowing and rolling
  • Health and safety compliance
  • General Yard housekeeping
  • Various yard management certificates including ATV, Hedgetrimer and Strimmer

Affiliations

  • Horse riding and equine care
  • Polo, show jumping and eventing
  • Dog walking and animal care.
  • Enjoying childcare and family support
  • Outdoor pursuits and travel reflecting an active lifestyle and adaptability

Timeline

Livery Yard Worker / Senior Yard Assistant

Lady Louise Burrell
2024.09 - Current

Professional Familiy Assistant

Mr Mark Burrell
2012.08 - 2018.12

Polo Groom

Sophia Burrell
2004.01 - 2011.05

GCSEs - Physical Education

Steyning Grammar School
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