Are you ready to lead and make a lasting impact on the heart of Tasmanian racing? Are you a motivated leader with a great attitude, a knack for building a positive team culture, and the ability to inspire and engage a team? We’re looking for a Track Manager to lead our grounds staff and oversee the day-to-day operations at Mowbray Racecourse in Launceston.

In this role, you'll oversee the day-to-day operations of the racecourse, ensuring the maintenance of all racing facilities and infrastructure across all three codes. Leading a small, dedicated team, you’ll play a key role in fostering strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, driving excellence in track and facilities management.

This is your opportunity to step into a leadership role where you can truly make a difference.

About Us:

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 work is driven by a commitment to growing and sustaining the racing industry, with a strong focus on animal welfare and integrity.

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.

The Role:

This role is more than just turf, it’s about fostering a culture of teamwork, excellence, and pride in delivering high-quality racing and training facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership: Lead, inspire, and re-engage the grounds staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Track Maintenance: Plan and oversee maintenance and restoration programs for three tracks to ensure high racing standards.

Facility Management: Coordinate and manage assets, infrastructure, and daily operations of racing and training facilities, including worker rostering.

Stakeholder Relationships: Build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive collaboration and success.

Budget Management: Prepare budgets and provide detailed budget reporting to senior management.

Policy Implementation: Develop and implement policies and procedures to streamline operations.

Workplace Safety: Ensure compliance with Work Health and Safety Management Systems to provide a safe working environment.

About You:

To thrive in this role, you’ll bring:

Relevant Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications and at least 3 years of experience in turf management.

Leadership Experience: A minimum of 3 years in a leadership role, with a proven ability to manage and motivate a diverse team.

Communication Skills: Sound written and verbal communication, with the ability to handle sensitive matters tactfully and confidentially.

Commitment and Flexibility: Availability to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, and public holidays as required.

Tech Savviness: Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office programs.

Driver’s Licence: A current C Class driver’s licence.

Racing Industry Knowledge (Desirable): Familiarity with the racing industry and prior experience in a similar role will be highly regarded.

Above all, we’re looking for someone with a positive attitude, a strong work ethic, and a genuine passion for fostering a culture of teamwork and excellence. If you’re ready to lead and inspire, while delivering high-quality racing facilities, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Choose Tasracing:

Join Tasracing, where you're not just starting a job – you're stepping into a vibrant and exciting environment filled with opportunities to attend racing functions and key events. We believe in investing in our leaders, who work alongside our teams to achieve amazing results every day. Plus, we know how to have fun together as a team.

What We Offer:

Family-Friendly Culture: Enjoy 12 weeks of fully paid, gender-neutral parental leave

Career Development: Benefit from our RACE program, dedicated to your professional growth

Wellbeing Focus: Annual wellness rebate, discounted private health insurance, discounted gym memberships, optional team fitness challenges, and free fruit across all sites

Exclusive Perks: Opportunities to win corporate box seating at Jack Jumpers games

Mental Health Support: Mental Health First Aid training available for all our people

Team Bonding: Regular morning teas and BBQs – because we love to connect over food at Tasracing

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.

To apply for the position of Track Manager - Mowbray, please submit your resume through the Seek website.

Closing date Tuesday 17 June 2025.