TRACK WORK SUPERVISOR

Benalla Racing Club; Rural City of Benalla; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Benalla Racing Club is seeking a Track Work Supervisor to oversee training activities and enforce the club's rules and safety standards at its Benalla facilities.

You will maintain accurate usage records, coordinate with trainers, report maintenance needs, manage incident paperwork, and respond to emergencies in line with safety regulations. This role requires independent work, strong organization, and knowledge of track facilities; occupational health and safety qualifications are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Detailed knowledge of the Club's rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of potential horse behaviour to ensure a safe environment.
• Strong communication to engage a diverse range of people.
• High level of organization and ability to record track usage and incidents.

Responsibilities

• Perform as part of a team.
• Unlock gates and check safety and security of facilities prior to commencement of track work.
• Ensure that the club's rules and regulations are complied with by all complex users.
• Communicate with trainers on issues and provision of information that ensures the smooth operation of the training centre.
• Complete paperwork in relation to incident reports.
• Activate and provide clear instructions to all participants of emergency procedures in the event of an incident.
• Assess injured person and apply necessary first aid, ring 000 for ambulance as needed.
• Activate Notifiable Incident procedures following a serious injury and contact WorkSafe immediately on 132 360.
• Report internally any incident involving a person or a horse.
• Proactively identify health and safety issues or maintenance needs.

Skills

Independent work

Rules & regs knowledge

Facility knowledge

Horse behaviour knowledge

Communication skills

Organized

Conflict resolution

OHS qualifications

Education

Occupational Health & Safety qualifications

Job description

The Track Work Supervisor supervises training activities and oversees the implementation of the Club's training rules and regulations at Benalla Racing Club. The role maintains accurate records of usage, ensures necessary repairs and maintenance are reported, and upholds safe working practices in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004.

Key responsibilities

• Perform as part of a team
• Unlock gates and check safety and security of facilities prior to commencement of track work
• Ensure that the club's rules and regulations are complied with by all complex users
• Communicate with trainers on issues and provision of information that ensures the smooth operation of the training centre
• Complete paperwork in relation to incident reports
• Activate and provide clear instructions to all participants of emergency procedure in the event of an incident, including warning systems for loose horse, fallen rider or other incident
• Assess injured person and apply necessary first aid, ring 000 for an ambulance for serious injuries or those requiring immediate medical attention
• Activate Notifiable Incident procedures following a serious injury and contact WorkSafe immediately on 132 360
• Report internally any incident involving a person or a horse
• Proactively identify any potential health and safety related issues or necessary maintenance

About you

• Ability to work independently and be self motivated
• Knowledge of the Club's rules and regulations
• Detailed knowledge of and understanding of the use of all Club facilities
• A sufficient level of knowledge on potential horse behaviour in order to work in and ensure a safe environment for all staff and users
• Communication skills to enable participation in a team environment and assist with delivery of necessary communications to a diverse range of people
• Highly organized and able to accurately record details of track usage and incidents and complete other required paper work
• Ability to successfully deal with conflict situations and solve problems
• Occupational Health & Safety qualifications will be highly regarded

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