Groundsperson

About Us:

At Tasracing Pty Ltd, racing is our passion! We're all about achieving excellence, fostering clear communication, and promoting collaborative teamwork. As the primary racing authority in Tasmania, we're entrusted with providing strategic direction and funding for thoroughbred, harness, and greyhound racing across the state.

We're on the lookout for an exceptional Groundsperson to join our friendly and supportive team based at Elwick, Tasmania. If you're ready to take the reins and make a positive impact, this is your chance.

The Role:

Join us at Elwick Track where you'll:

• Keep our turf top-notch by replacing divots, watering, and helping with rail movements.
• Use and care for turf tools and equipment like mowers, brush cutters, chainsaws, handheld power tools, HP tractors, implements and light trucks.
• Work with specialist gear to maintain our Thoroughbred turf track.
• Pitch in for Harness and Greyhound track maintenance, from grading to watering.
• Give a hand with general grounds and horticultural tasks.

About You:

We want more than just skills – attitude matters. If you're an outdoor enthusiast with a fantastic attitude and:

• Know your way around turf gear like tractors and mowers.
• Have a proven track record of maintaining grounds.
• Thrive in a team.
• Champion workplace safety.
• Embrace flexibility and initiative.
• Have availability to do overtime for race preparation and meetings.
• Hold a driver's license.

Desirable: Having a truck license is a plus, but not a must.

Why Choose Tasracing: 

When you join us, you're not just getting a job – you're stepping into an exciting work environment filled with opportunities to attend racing functions and key events. 

Here's what we have to offer:

• Competitive pay package.
• Family-friendly atmosphere.
• Investment in your growth.

If you're ready to embrace a role where your skills and passion merge seamlessly, we invite you to join the Tasracing team and become part of our exciting journey. Apply now to be a part of our winning team!

At Tasracing, we promote and respect the unique contribution of all people, and strongly encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, people from diverse backgrounds, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, parents, and individuals differently abled to apply.

To apply for the position of Groundsperson, please submit your resume through the Seek website.  Should you require any further information, reach out to Erin Bennett (People & Culture Partner) at *********@tasracing.com.au 

Closing date 9.00am Monday 29 January 2024.