Racing Operations Administrator

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. RQ’s mission is to champion great racing and events which connect Queensland communities.

Racing Queensland is looking for a Racing Operations Administrator to join our Racing team on permanent basis with flexible work options. If you have strong attention to detail, enjoy the thrill of seeing race meetings coming together and want to take on this new role, please get in touch.

What you’ll do, day to day

• Administering the accurate and timely preparation of the thoroughbred race and trial meetings
• Distributing all thoroughbred race trial fields to stakeholder groups and updating race fields information
• Coordinating the barrier trial schedule and uploading thoroughbred racing programs
• Providing participants with regular and timely communications via text messages
• Investigating, following up and arranging manual financial adjustments

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. Flexible working arrangements tailored to your needs, paid parental leave, talent management programs, and opportunities for performance development. We also prioritise your health with a dedicated health, wellbeing, and education program.

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 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’ and submit your:

• Covering letter outlining your experience
• Current resume

To view a position description please visit our website racingqueensland.connxcareers.com

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Please note the following conditions apply:

• May be required to work on weekends and extended hours when reasonably required.
• Must hold a current driver's licence.
• Will 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