Groundsperson

Down Royal Racecourse is seeking a Groundsperson to join the track team, where responsibilities include the provision of a safe racing surface and excellent facilities for all race meetings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and restoration of the racing surface through:
  – Timely and effective post-racecourse repair
  – Appropriate grass cutting
  – Careful use of machinery
  – Regular movement of rail to create fresh running lines.
• Assist in the preparation of fences and hurdles.
• Safely apply fertilizers and weed control materials.
• Assist with track irrigation.
• Ensure year-round high standards of presentation of the track and stables and assist within the parade ring and wider grounds where necessary. 
• Assist in the supervision of casual staff, both Raceday, and non-Raceday.
• Undertake any other commensurate duties as directed by the Track Foreman. 

Skills: 

Training will be provided, but the following attributes are desirable:

• Basic knowledge and interest in agronomy and turf husbandry
• Ability to operate a range of agricultural machinery.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance of agricultural equipment.
• Basic knowledge and interest in the horse racing industry
• Spraying certificates would be an advantage. 
• A driver’s license and ability to drive a tractor would be an advantage.

The ideal candidates will be enthusiastic and cheerful team players, with an appetite to learn within our experienced and dedicated team. As racing is a seven-day business, flexibility is required. Please email CVs to Emma Meehan, CEO via info@downroyal.com