Licensing Officer

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 are honest, real and positive and we pride ourselves on achieving great outcomes for our customers. We work hard but have fun while we’re doing it. Whatever your passion, our success is a team sport.

Job Description

The Opportunity 

We are currently seeking a Licensing Officer to join our team on a Permanent Full-Time basis at our Head Office in Osborne Park.

In this role you will collect, and process licensing information related to racing industry participants in all three codes of racing (Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhounds) 

A day in the life of this role will see you:

• Update and maintain RWWA and Industry licensing related databases for people and racing colours in accordance with the three racing codes, and with RWWA rules, policies and procedures and the governing National bodies.
• Manage the licensing process including applications, renewals, approvals.
• As part of a team, provide a primary point of reference for internal and external stakeholders in relation to matters relating to licensing and general industry queries.
• Distribute industry information to licensees and other industry participants.
• Liaise with the Licensing Departments of other controlling bodies on matters relating to registration queries.
• Resolve people queries with Racing Dept & Stewards Division

Qualifications

About You 

We are looking for skills that will allow the successful applicant to succeed:

• Experience in an office and administrative role is essential.
• Completion of secondary school studies or equivalent experience.
• Basic understanding of accounting (debtors and creditors in an accounts environment)
• Knowledge of the racing industry would be highly regarded
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage stakeholders and provide high-quality customer service.
• Problem solving and analytical abilities.

Additional Information

What are you waiting for?

Apply now with your CV and cover letter telling us why you’re the perfect fit for this opportunity.

For more information visit our website or contact us at ***************@rwwa.com.au

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.

Additional benefits

• Personal learning and development budget
• Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
• 17.5% loading on Annual Leave
• Enjoy discounts on optical and Private Health Insurance
• The opportunity to participate in a variety of regular employee experience events and wellness initiatives.
• Generous maternity/paternity leave entitlements

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.