Position Vacant HRNSW – Handicapper

03 May 2016
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Harness Racing New South Wales (HRNSW) conducts the commercial and regulatory functions of the harness racing industry in NSW. Operating under the Harness Racing Act 2009, HRNSW is chartered to operate autonomously of government in managing the strategic and commercial development of harness racing in NSW as a not-for-profit corporate body.

A full-time vacancy exists for a Handicapper based in Bankstown.

Reporting to the Chief Handicapper the successful applicant will be required to undertake the following tasks:

  • Assess form and Handicap races conducted within NSW

  • Finalise race results

  • Draw up trial fields

  • Complete inputting of embargos onto horses

  • Liaise with Licensees

  • Rostered weekend work will be required to attend Race meetings and to work nights or weekends

The applicant should have the following skills

  • An excellent knowledge of harness racing

  • An excellent knowledge of harness racing form

  • An understanding of Australian Handicapping Rules and HRNSW Policies

  • Ability to analyse form and to draw appropriate conclusions.

  • Self motivated and ability to work within tight deadlines and with a high degree of accuracy.

  • Superior computer literacy and verbal communications skills.

  • Commitment to ensuring that the Racing Department operates in a fair, honest and transparent manner

  • Commitment to working in a team environment and adherence to the HRNSW Staff Policy Manual and Code of Conduct.

    The successful applicant will be provided a remuneration package based upon their relevant experience.

    Please send applications by 5pm, 13 May 2016

    Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@hrnsw.com.au

    For further information please call Kate Dumesny (02) 9722 6672.

 

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