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Racing Victoria (RV) is seeking a dedicated Regulatory Veterinarian to join our Veterinary Services Team in a full-time capacity. This rare and exciting opportunity reports to the General Manager – Veterinary Services and plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and welfare standards of thoroughbred racing in Victoria.
This position operates on a 10-day fortnight roster, including a minimum of five raceday shifts, with remaining days based at our head office supporting the broader team operations. Given the nature of our operation, this requires travel to race meetings and other locations across Victoria and includes working on weekends and Public Holidays.
Key responsibilities:
- Attend race meetings, official trials, horse training locations and the Werribee International Horse Centre to provide veterinary services in accordance with RV policies and the Rules of Racing.
- Examine horses and provide expert advice to Stipendiary Stewards regarding their suitability to race, and ensure horses are presented free of prohibited substances.
- Provide leadership and oversight to veterinary staff on raceday, offering technical support and guidance to build capability across the team.
- Manage and coordinate the delivery of RV's drug control program at race meetings, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
- Deliver advice to Stipendiary Stewards and industry stakeholders on matters related to horse health, welfare, drug control regulations, and the application of the Rules of Racing.
- Engage and build strong rapport with key raceday stakeholders, including trainers, owners, stable veterinarians, and other industry participants.
- Lead and support projects aimed at improving racehorse safety, welfare, and racing integrity, including collaboration with peak research bodies and management of key stakeholder relationships.
- Assist the General Manager – Veterinary Services in auditing veterinary service delivery and ensuring continuous improvement across all operations.
- Prepare reports and documentation to support the Veterinary Services Team's operational and strategic initiatives.
About You
You are a registered veterinarian with a strong interest in regulatory, raceday, and equine welfare work. Your ability to make sound clinical and ethical decisions in a high-pressure environment is complemented by excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills. You are detail-oriented, data-driven, and committed to enhancing integrity and horse welfare across the racing industry.
Key Selection Criteria
To be considered for the position of Regulatory Veterinarian, candidates must demonstrate the following:
Veterinary Qualifications and Registration
- A degree in Veterinary Science from an Australian university or an equivalent overseas qualification recognised in Australia, with registration, or eligibility for registration, as a veterinarian in the State of Victoria.
- A minimum of five years of post-qualification experience, with broad exposure to equine practice (preferred).
Raceday and Regulatory Experience
- Experience or demonstrated capability in managing veterinary responsibilities on raceday, including examination of horses, liaising with stewards, and managing drug control protocols.
- Understanding of the Australian Rules of Racing and experience advising on compliance, horse welfare, and prohibited substances.
Equine Clinical Competence
- Proven ability in assessing and treating equine health issues with sound clinical judgement.
- Demonstrated capacity to make confident and accurate clinical decisions under pressure and public scrutiny, particularly in a high-stakes raceday environment.
Communication and Relationship Management
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and professionally to a range of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in dispute resolution and negotiation, achieving favourable outcomes through concise, calm, and respectful dialogue.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships across multi-disciplinary teams and with external stakeholders.
Organisational and Administrative Capability
- Strong attention to detail with demonstrated excellence in report writing, database administration, and document management.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to rapidly changing operational demands while maintaining high standards.
- Experience supporting continuous improvement, including auditing, systems management, and project delivery.
Emergency Response and Decision-Making
- Capability to respond appropriately and effectively to emergency situations involving horse health and welfare, both on and off course.
Additional Requirements
What can we offer you?
- The opportunity to join an industry leading and iconic sports organisation
- Attractive and competitive remuneration package, inclusive of salary packaging benefits
- Dynamic and varied work assignments and projects
- Access to industry events and race meetings every day of the year
- Genuine work/life balance and access to industry leading Employee Assistance programs, and development/mentoring initiatives
- A collegiate yet high performing work place that is committed to diversity and inclusion,
If this sounds like you; please apply via our website. Interviews will commence with suitable candidates immediately.
Seniority level- Seniority levelMid-Senior level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionGeneral Business
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