Casual Track Hand

**Company Description**:
**About Us**

The racing world is not just exciting, it brings communities together across the state. Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) is at the centre of this world and more than 24,000 people choose to join us in our quest to forge a sustainable future for racing in WA.

As well as controlling thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing in Western Australia, RWWA operates the TAB which has more than 300 off-course retail outlets, a call centre and online betting services. Our motto is Better Your Bet because increasing profits through Western Australia’s own TAB means better returns for the local racing sector and state-wide communities.

Our business is unique, which means we can offer careers which are interesting, challenging and diverse. Our values are important to us so, to be successful, you’ll have to share them. We respect one another, are accountable for our goals, connecting with everyone and bringing excellence to achieve great outcomes. We work hard but have fun while we’re doing it.

We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a **Casual Track Hand**. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working outdoors, has a keen interest in track maintenance, and is eager to contribute to the smooth operation of our facilities.

Some of the job responsibilities include but not limited to:

- Attend operational and capital works meetings with Curator Manager
- Liaise with Stewards and/or Trackwork Supervisor regarding operational issues or arising incidents and/or investigations
- Training and/or induction of new staff/contractors as required
- Use water tankers tractors, stealth mower and sweeper to maintain grass track
- Use tractor, harrows, roller and power rake to maintain sand tracks daily
- Remove and reinstate flexi-pegs / running rail on tracks as required
- Sweep and hose out horse stalls daily
- Clean public facilities and areas as required
- Empty bins and remove litter from grounds routinely
- Clean and maintain all machinery in good condition and general training infrastructure (i.e., pool, swab box, sand roll etc, as directed)
- Secure and unlock maintenance compounds and gates to complexes as required
- Participate in industry training and professional development where relevant to the position

**Qualifications**:
About You:

- Experienced in operating water tankers, tractors and associated track maintenance equipment
- Experienced in use of hand mowers, ride-on mowers and whipper-snippers
- Ability to work effectively under mínimal supervision both autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with industry stakeholders and general public including situations of potential conflict
- Ability to prioritise tasks in order to complete duties in a timely and efficient manner, whilst still achieving acceptable standards of quality in work completed
- Demonstrated understanding of the occupational safety and health requirements and practices, related to this position
- Possession of a current ‘C’ class driver’s licence
- Ability to complete basic reports or documentation
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of the racing industry
- Availability to respond to after-hours maintenance requirements and/or critical issues as required
- Availability to work weekends and public holiday as required.

**Additional Information**:
**What are you waiting for?**

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening, which will include two reference checks, police clearance and Australian Working Rights check.

**Please note this role is only open to applicants that hold Australian Working Rights and we do not offer Work Sponsorship Visa's.**
- At Racing and Wagering WA, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and making reasonable adjustments in which everyone is included and treated fairly._
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply._

**We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.