Who are Racing Queensland?
Racing Queensland (RQ) is a statutory body whose primary purpose is to promote, enhance and provide a platform to service the industry across three codes of racing: Thoroughbred, Greyhound, and Harness. RQs Mission is to champion great racing and events which connect Queensland communities.
Role Summary
Are you a Purpose-led Apprentice Jockey Coach that understands the value of trust and integrity?
Racing Queensland is looking for an experienced Apprentice Jockey Coach to join our RTO on a permanent basis with flexible work options.
What you’ll do, day to day
- Assist development and implementation of innovative training programs and apprentice schools to all apprentice jockeys in Queensland that enhance their skills and knowledge, with a particular emphasis on fostering high-performance athletes.
- Deliver and coordinate apprentice jockey coaching services on race days as discussed with the Senior Jockey Coach.
- Coordinate and monitor race day apprentice jockey coaching records and feedback.
- Attend track work, race meetings, jump outs, and official trials to support the development of athletes.
- Collaborate with coaches to improve apprentice jockeys' skills and develop personalised training plans for high-performance athletes
- Benchmark the quality of apprentices to ensure they meet the required competencies before they can ride in races, maintaining a high standard of skill and safety.
This is a fast-paced, dynamic environment where your resilience and ability to rise to the challenge will play a key role in shaping the future of our industry. With your results-driven attitude, grit, resilience and “get it done attitude”, you will build trusted partnerships with all stakeholder groups. We recruit values-aligned people into Racing Queensland who lead by example and thrive on delivering results in a high performance culture.
What does success look like?
Success in this role means becoming a trusted and proactive contributor to RQs mission. You’ll consistently deliver high-quality results, align with our values, and positively impact both your team and the wider racing community. You’ll build strong relationships with stakeholders, demonstrate a commitment to innovation and continuous improvement, and take initiative in driving projects forward. Your ability to balance day-to-day tasks with long-term objectives, while maintaining flexibility in a fast-paced environment, will ensure you thrive and grow in your role.
What we expect from you
- You’re comfortable in a fast-paced environment and always excited to rise to the challenge.
- You’ll channel your resilience, and agility to think fast and adapt to suit the problem at hand.
- You’ll bring a results-driven attitude and excellent people skills to use building trusted partnerships that drive our industry forward.
- You’ll lead by example and thrive on meeting (and exceeding) expectations in a high-performance culture.
What you can expect from us
- Work for a diverse and dynamic multi-code organisation where no two days are alike.
- Make a real impact on the industry, the communities it serves and the great state of Queensland.
- Unlock significant development and career-progression opportunities protecting the integrity of a tri-code Principal Racing Authority.
- Enjoy a warm and inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and welcomes contributions from every corner of the business.
Benefits and Perks
We offer a wide range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing and professional growth. These include 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), an innovative reward and recognition platform with exclusive perks and discounts, and flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs. Our best-practice policies provide generous paid parental leave, talent management programs, and opportunities for performance development. We also prioritise your health with a dedicated health, wellbeing, and education program, offering weekly fresh fruit deliveries, corporate massages, and access to newly revamped on-site gym.
RQ values inclusivity and promotes a workplace that actively seeks to welcome contributions from all people.
We recognise, respect and value First Nations people and cultures. We are progressing self-determination by recognising the rights and interests of First Nations people. We are investing in a culturally connected and agile organisation, with the skills and experience we need to support better outcomes for First Nations people. We are taking action in fundamental areas like employment and procurement, and by building strong and sustainable partnerships with First Nations organisations and communities. We are focused on working with First Nations people to improve service design and delivery, knowing that this will deliver better outcomes for all of Queensland. Please check our First Nations Resources hub for further information.
We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, diverse cultures and backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ identities, and all age groups and genders to apply.
How to apply
To be considered for this exciting opportunity click ‘APPLY” now to submit your:
- Covering letter outlining your experience
- Current resume
To view a position description please visit our website https://www.racingqueensland.com.au/careers-training/careers/current-vacancies
If you have any questions about the position, please email People and Performance: hr@racingqueensland.com.au
Applications close 5pm on Friday November 1st 2024
Please note the following conditions apply:
- May be required to work on weekends and extended hours when reasonably required.
- Must hold a current drivers licence.
- Intrastate and/or interstate travel may be a requirement.
- May be required to undergo a criminal history check.
- Must have the right to work in Australia.
- Understanding/passion/willingness to learn about the sport of racing and nuances associated with the industry
No recruitment agencies please
