Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) is committed to employing a highly skilled and capable workforce to deliver its mission to administer, promote and develop harness racing within Victoria.
We offer a broad range of career opportunities to job seekers who are passionate and dedicated about helping us achieve our mission.
Why work at HRV
The team at HRV are committed to developing a vibrant and sustainable harness racing industry which promotes participation, integrity and racing excellence. We run around 430 race meetings per year at 25 tracks throughout Victoria.
Victorian harness racing is an important contributor to the Victorian economy generating $422m yearly and employing just under 4000 (full time equivalent) people across the state.
HRV provides career pathways within our Finance, Commercial, Integrity, Operations and Management functions.
HRV’S Recruitment Process
Applicants who apply for a position at HRV will receive a response via email confirming that we have received their application. Applicants are then shortlisted based on their ability to demonstrate the requirements necessary for the role, telephone screening may be used to assist further with shortlisting for interviews.
Applicants who are shortlisted for Interviews will be contacted and invited to attend an Interview. Pre-employment testing including aptitude testing & psychometric profiling may be used to aid the recruitment process. Applicants will be subject to pre-employment screening & background checks in accordance with HRV Policy.
Candidates that are not shortlisted, will be advised by email after the successful candidate has accepted the offer of employment.
Current Opportunities
For current opportunities please click here.
Careers in Racing
Entry level Opportunities
Work Experience Placements
HRV is committed to professional development and offers work placement opportunities to students wanting to broaden their knowledge and gain an insight into the harness racing industry.
Traineeships
Traineeships are a great way to earn an income and get work experience whilst studying for a nationally recognised qualification. HRV will advertise Traineeship opportunities when available.
Race Day Careers
For those that are interested in being part of the action trackside HRV has something for everyone, examples include:
- Race Caller – provides accurate, informative and entertaining race calls of harness races in Victoria.
- Starter – conducts mobile & standing starts at harness racing meetings throughout Victoria.
- Swab Attendant – works with the on-course Vet to collect samples from horses for drug screen analysis.
- Photo Finish Operator – provides digital images of all horses competing in a race.
- Judge – responsible for placing each horse in their correct finishing order after each race.
- Barrier Attendant – is responsible for the safe preparations and starting of each race.
- Track & Grounds Curator – looks after the harness racing track to ensure it is in optimum condition for all races.
Administration Careers
For job seekers that are interested in working in sports/racing administration HRV offers a variety of career options. Examples include:
Integrity – Protecting and enhancing the reputation of harness racing
- Stewards – oversee racing operations on race day within the rules of racing.
- Investigative Steward – conducts investigations relating to the racing industry.
Commercial
- Event Management – co-ordinating the planning, marketing & execution of HRV industry events.
- Communications Manager – responsible for a range of PR, digital and media communication activities.
Finance
- Accountant – prepares financial reports for the organisation and provide advice.
Racing Operations
- Form & Content Expert – aims to promote wagering on harness racing through accurate, insightful & profitable form analysis of Victorian race meetings for public consumption.
- Handicapper – undertake handicapping & field selection for Victorian harness race meetings.
Club Administration
In many respects Race clubs are the heart and soul of the industry and local communities offering participants and the general public racing, social and entertainment opportunities.
- Club Managers/Secretaries – reporting to a committee, Managers have oversight of Club operations including the promotion of the sport within their region.