Lead the club that leads the region. Tamworth Jockey Club is looking for an experienced, commercially minded General Manager to run our operations, grow our commercial performance, and deliver the race days our members, owners and community love.
About the Club
Tamworth Jockey Club is a Racing NSW Category "A" Country race club with a proud history, a strong regional following, and an active calendar of race meetings, functions and community events. We're entering an exciting period of growth and looking for a leader who can build on that momentum.
About the Role
As General Manager, you'll take full ownership of the Club's day-to-day operations, financial performance and race day delivery, reporting directly to the Board. You will:
Lead all day-to-day operations of the Club and its racecourse and function facilities
Plan and deliver successful race meetings and major events, working closely with Racing NSW
Set and execute strategic and commercial growth plans in partnership with the Board
Own the budget — financial reporting, performance against budget, and Board advice
Grow revenue through new partnerships, sponsorships and membership initiatives
Build relationships with Racing NSW, sponsors, members, participants and the wider community
Lead governance, work health and safety, and regulatory compliance across the Club
Lead, mentor and develop a team spanning administration, racecourse, bar and catering staff
About You
You're a commercially minded,



hands‐on leader who's just as comfortable presenting to a Board as you are on course on race day. You'll bring:
Proven experience as a General Manager, CEO, Operations Manager, or senior leader
Robust financial management and business planning experience
Proven people leadership — the ability to build, motivate and manage a team
Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and negotiation skills
Experience managing budgets, projects and operational teams
A proactive, solutions‐focused approach
Confidence and professionalism working with a Board of Directors
Desirable Experience
Experience in any of the following will be highly regarded:
Racing industry
Sporting clubs
Events & entertainment
Hospitality & tourism
Not‐for‐profit organisations
Venue management
Why Join Tamworth Jockey Club?
Lead a respected, growing regional racing organisation
Shape the future of racing and events across the region
Work closely with an engaged, supportive Board
A varied, high‐impact leadership role — no two weeks the same
Competitive salary package, negotiated on experience
Please note This role is subject to any registration, probity or fit‐and‐proper‐person requirements of Racing NSW under the Rules of Racing. Tamworth Jockey Club is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, in line with the Anti‐Discrimination Act **** (NSW) .
For a detailed information pack on the Tamworth Jockey Club & Tamworth Region, please email Wayne, @the-ponyexpress.com
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📌 General Manager - Tamworth Jockey Club (New South Wales)
🏢 Tamworth Jockey Club
📍 New South Wales