Stipendiary Stewards - Hobart or Launceston

The Opportunity

Tasracing, Tasmania's Principal Racing Authority, is seeking experienced Stipendiary Stewards to help maintain fairness, transparency, and compliance across all codes of racing. If you have a deep understanding of racing operations, strong decision-making skills, and a passion for upholding integrity, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

In this role, you will enforce the Rules of Racing, support the Chairman of Stewards, and play a pivotal part in maintaining the integrity of race days, trials, inspections, and inquiries.

This full-time role (38 hours per week) offers flexibility to be based in either Hobart or Launceston, surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Tasmania.

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 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

• Support the conduct of race meetings, trials, and inspections, ensuring compliance with the Rules of Racing.
• Assist in the Tasracing Integrity Unit inquiries and investigations.
• Monitor betting activities, conduct post-race reviews, and support the appeals process.
• Lead swabbing procedures and manage the preparation and despatch of samples.
• Mentor and guide less experienced stewards on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Provide advice and support to clubs, officials, and industry participants on regulatory issues.
• Manage administrative tasks related to stewards' records, race field information, and regulatory databases.

About You

To excel in this role, you’ll need:

• Previous appointment as a Steward in the racing industry with a comprehensive knowledge of the Rules of Racing and an understanding of the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.
• Previous experience in the conduct of inquiries and investigations.
• Experience in acting as Chairman of Stewards at race meetings, would be highly desirable.
• Excellent race day observation and race reading skills.
• Ability to maintain the highest levels of integrity and confidentiality.
• Ability to interact with a diverse range of key personnel/stakeholders and participants from across the racing industry in a professional manner.
• Well-developed time management, self-management and organisational skills.
• Sound written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to consult and resolve conflict.
• Proven high levels of flexibility and adaptability, including the ability to deal with pressure, ambiguity and change.

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: Enjoy 12 weeks of fully paid, gender-neutral parental leave, supporting parents in balancing work and family life.
• 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.

Applications close on Friday 29 August 2025. Early applications are encouraged, as we will begin interviewing suitable candidates prior to the closing date.