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Turf Manager

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Pakenham, Australia Employment Hero Full time

Does working for a Racing Club that is the future of thoroughbred racing something that excites you?

What about working at Australia’s newest horse racing & training facility?

We are located on the outer southeast Melbourne rim, near the township of Tynong.

Pakenham Racing Club can confidently boast a long history in horse racing and training, but even more importantly we are a Club of the future. We pride ourselves on our facilities that we offer the horse racing industry and our ongoing commitment to our staff to make our Club one of the best places to work.

The Role

Pakenham Racing Club is seeking Turf Manager to manage all aspects of the training and racing surfaces.

The Turf Manager, will work closely with GM Racecourse to lead and develop the team that undertakes the various maintenance works of all the tracks, ensuring that the tracks are prepared for the daily horse training requirements as well as the clubs 38 scheduled race meeting each season.

The applicant will have minimum 3 years’ experience in managing sports turf surfaces and a demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams.

Desired Attributes

The desired applicant will possess the following attributes,
- Qualification - Minimum Certificate III in Sports Turf Management.
- Hands on, highly motivated individual that takes pride in their work.
- Experience in managing, maintaining and operating irrigation systems.
- Experience in managing and maintaining sand-based profiles.
- Experience managing and maintaining both warm and cool season turf.
- Strong knowledge in the use of agricultural and turf machinery used to prepare the surfaces.

Pakenham Racing Club Provides:

- Competitive salary for suitably qualified applicant.
- Working outdoors in a relaxed rural environment.
- Staff discount to all three Pakenham Racing Club venues - Club Officer, Cardinia Club and Pakenham Racing Club Tynong.
- Work alongside some of Australia’s top trainers, riders, and horses.
- The opportunity to gain experience from and grow with a passionate, professional, and inclusive team.

If you think you have the right qualities and work to a high standard that fits our Club, have the necessary skills and motivation, passionate about the horse racing industry, and would like to be part of a progressive racing club please apply.

If you wish to discuss the role before applying, please call Bryce Mildon, GM Racecourse on 0435 744 022.