Track Curator/Maintenance Officer

An opportunity for a full-time Track Curator/Grounds Maintenance Officer has recently become available.  This position will provide the absolute highest quality in preparation and maintenance to the Angle Park greyhound racing facility.

About the Organisation

Greyhound Racing South Australia (GRSA) is the body responsible for the regulation and management of the South Australian greyhound racing industry.  Angle Park is the spiritual home and premier greyhound racing facility in the state.  Racing twice a week (Monday/Thursday nights) and also trialing twice per week (Wednesday night and Saturday morning), activity at Angle Park is constant throughout the year, with the preparation of a safe and consistent racing surface being of critical importance.

The Opportunity 

GRSA is looking for a self-motivated, flexible person with good communication skills to fill this full-time position.  Working closely with Head of Industry Maintenance, you will be managing the day to day  preparation of the race track for trials and race meetings, along with preparation of the straight training track onsite.  In addition to these key responsibilities, the role will also incorporate general maintenance in other areas of the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and maintenance of the track for racing meetings and trials sessions
• Daily preparation and maintenance of the straight training track (slipping track)
• Management and upkeep of the irrigation systems used to prepare the racing surface and training track
• Assist in maintaining areas around the race track including track gutters, mechanical lure system, starting boxes, fencing, lawn areas, garden beds and inside of race track
• Assist in the conduct of trials and race meetings
• General repairs and maintenance duties

About You

To be considered for this role you will ideally need:

• Previous experience in a curator role, either in the racing industry or a similar field (eg greens keeper, sports oval preparation etc)
• Ability to work within a team environment and to positively influence culture, yet work autonomously without supervision
• Ability to be flexible with hours and weekend work (noting that Angle Park races on Monday and Thursday nights)
• Attention to detail and a sense of pride in the quality of your work and level of output
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic mechanical and handyman skills are essential, with some previous experience in track/grounds curating, welding and irrigation systems
• Valid SA Driver’s license

Benefits

• Career development and training
• Be part of a dedicated and supportive work environment
• Challenging and varied role

To apply, please forward a cover letter and resume to maintenance@grsa.com.au.  Applications close Friday 12 April 2019.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Scott Wuchatsch on (08) 8243 7165.  A Position Description is available on request.

GRSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.