Join Tasracing – Where Integrity drives the Industry forward

Location: Hobart or Launceston, Tasmania

The Opportunity

On 1 February 2025, a new era for racing in Tasmania began when the newly established Tasracing Integrity Unit (TIU) assumed responsibility for Racing Integrity across the State. An exciting opportunity is now available for an experienced Animal Welfare Officer to join the TIU’s Investigations & Animal Welfare Unit.

The Animal Welfare Officer will conduct stable and kennel inspections across the State and be responsible for ensuring industry participants are compliant with the Rules of Racing and Industry Codes of Practice; as well as providing education and information regarding best practice.

About Tasracing

At Tasracing, racing is our passion. Tasracing is Tasmania's Principal Racing Authority, entrusted with the comprehensive development and promotion of the state's racing industry. As the governing body, we oversee the ongoing growth of racing and breeding, market Tasmanian racing to local, national, and international audiences, fund race clubs, provide stakes and prize money, manage racing venues, and ensure the smooth operation of race day activities. Our commitment to animal welfare, industry integrity, and growth is at the heart of everything we do.

With over 150 years of history and a team of over 250 employees, we’re committed to building a united and vibrant industry Tasmania can be proud of.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting initially to the Head of Stewarding, your responsibilities will include:

Planning and conducting stable and kennels inspections, ensuring premises of all licensed trainers are inspected bi-annually

Identifying breaches of Codes of Practice, facilitating compliance, and conducting follow up visits; escalating when required

Identifying breaches of the Rules of Racing, escalating appropriately, assisting with inquiries and compilation of Briefs of Evidence

Close collaboration with Investigators and Stipendiary Stewards

Providing/co-ordinating response to animal welfare complaints

Ensuring all reporting and data management requirements are completed

Benchmarking performance, monitoring outcomes, and recommending improvements for identified animal welfare issues

Supporting veterinarians in developing and reviewing policies and procedures to promote animal health and welfare

About You

To excel in this role, you’ll need:

Passion for racing industry and animal welfare

Experience/knowledge of animal welfare strategies and programs

Knowledge and experience in investigative techniques and procedures, and the application of laws, Acts or law enforcement, is desirable

Knowledge of prohibited substances and analytical procedures would be highly desirable

Proven ability to manage confidential information with integrity, professionalism, and fairness

Ability to follow strict procedural guidelines

Strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and the ability to meet deadlines

Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, partnered with being proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite

A genuine commitment to protecting the integrity of the racing industry

Why Join Tasracing?

At Tasracing, you’re not just starting a job – you’re joining a vibrant, people focused workplace that celebrates growth, wellbeing, and community.

What We Offer

Parental Leave: 12 weeks of fully paid, gender-neutral parental leave.

Career Development: Access to our RACE professional development program.

Wellbeing Support: Annual wellness rebate, discounted private health insurance, gym memberships, and free fruit at all sites.

Team Culture: High engagement scores (77% in our latest survey) and regular team-building events like morning teas and BBQs.

If you're ready to embrace a role where your skills and passion merge seamlessly, 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.

Closing date 25 April 2025.