**Introduction**:
Greyhound Racing Victoria (GRV) is the statutory authority responsible for regulating, conducting, and promoting the sport of greyhound racing and greyhound welfare in our state.
The sport generates $643 million in economic activity, returns over $75 million in prize money, rehomes more than 2,600 greyhounds, and directly involves over 17,000 people.
Our vision is "Victorian greyhound racing is a vibrant, entertaining and thriving sport with animal welfare at its heart". The integrity of the sport and the welfare of greyhounds are both significant components of the strategic objectives of GRV.
**Description**:
You will maintain racetrack surfaces and racing infrastructure, with greyhound safety as a primary driver. We ensure a consistent and effective approach to track safety initiatives.
We achieve this by providing guidance and instruction to track curators, evaluating tracks to ensure safety and quality for year-round racing and trailing, and making recommendations regarding the suitability of tracks or infrastructure for use at race meetings or trial sessions.
Flexibility is required as this position requires travel and a combination of early starts, afternoon and evening activities determined by the GRV race meeting calendar. There will be a requirement for occasional weekend work and overnight stays in regional areas.
**Skills and Experiences**:
Let's talk skills and experience
3+ years' demonstrated experience in a commercial/industrial maintenance environment with a focus on turf/track maintenance.
Working knowledge of basics in electrical, mechanical, carpentry, plumbing, welding and/or associated trades.
Experience with track or playing turf and/or sand surface preparation (desirable).
Knowledge and understanding of greyhound, thoroughbred or harness racing (desirable).
Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to prepare reports.
Experience managing third party contractors and consultants.
Work effectively both as part of a small team and alone as required.
Demonstrable understanding of safety, health, and environment best practice.
Demonstrated organizational, time management and prioritization skills with excellent attention to detail.
Let's talk benefits
When you join our team, you become part of something bigger as we're all here to make a positive difference.
We'll provide you with interesting and rewarding work, alongside ongoing professional development, and work-life balance.
We support our people with access to free and confidential counselling, our in-house wellbeing program to help you THRIVE, dress for your day, and dog friendly workplaces.
We offer competitive pay, based on your knowledge, skills, and experience.
GRV is proud to be an endorsed employer for all women - check out our WORK180 profile to find out more