About Perth Racing The Western Australian Turf Club (trading as Perth Racing) has a remarkable history of hosting thoroughbred horse racing for nearly 160 years. Perth Racing is a multi-faceted racing, entertainment and event business. At our two premier metropolitan tracks, Ascot and Belmont Park Racecourses, we host around 95 race meetings every year as well as frequent non-raceday events.

The role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Racecourse – Sports Turf Apprentices to join Perth Racing’s Racecourse Team in January 2027 or any time after completing year 12. This fulltime apprenticeship position reports to the Racecourse Manager - Ascot and involves some weekend raceday and public holiday work. You will be one of 5 Apprentices at Perth Racing who are at different stages of their Apprenticeship.

Working in a team with experienced Track Maintenance Operators, this role is responsible for assisting in presenting and maintaining tracks, grounds and racing facilities at Ascot and Belmont Park Racecourses to the highest possible standard.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who is keen to work outdoors and has an interest in sports turf management and horticulture. You will gain the knowledge and practical skills to work effectively in Sports Turf Management during a four-year apprenticeship. You will work within a professional, friendly workplace within beautiful grounds, in an exciting, fast paced Sport/ Event industry and receive a nationally recognised qualification on successful completion.

Primary duties The Racecourse – Sports Turf Apprentice undertakes the following duties and responsibilities:

- Undertake maintenance of turf, synthetic and sand tracks
- Perform key duties during racedays
- Maintain gardens and surrounds, including mowing, brush cutting and other manual tasks
- Embarking on a 4-year apprenticeship on a fulltime basis
- Working towards the achievement of Certificate III in Sports Turf Management
- Course work, which will be undertaken at TAFE during day release classes




- On the job training, which will be gained through working alongside the Racecourse Manager - Ascot, Racecourse Manager - Belmont, Turf Manager and the Tracks Team at Ascot and Belmont Park Racecourses
- Performs work in a safe manner and in accordance with Perth Racing values and policies and procedures.

Skills and experience We are seeking a highly motivated and reliable individual with the following skills:

- Good communication skills
- Ability to follow instructions
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Be open to learning, new ideas and techniques
- Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role
- Willing to perform duties in all elements of weather
- Willing to work on rotating Saturdays and public holidays
- A current drivers’ licence and dependable transport
- Completed year 12

Why join Perth Racing? Perth Racing is a vibrant and highly supportive organisation with a proud history and an exciting future. We offer a diverse working environment, an inclusive culture and significant opportunity for professional growth and development.

We offer free on-site car parking, complimentary admission tickets for Race Day Events and other employee discounts. Our Employee Recognition Program celebrates individual and team success. Perth Racing also supports flexible working arrangements.

The perks of Perth Racing include:

- PPE will be provided
- Free entry tickets for carnival
- Perth Racing Social Club
- Discounted hospitality
- Daytime hours
- Free onsite parking
- Close proximity to public transport
- Training provided

Apply now Applications should be addressed to the Racecourse Manager - Ascot, please include a CV and cover letter outlining why you feel you’d be the ideal candidate for this role.

If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted by telephone by our People & Culture team. We would like to thank all other applicants for their interest in Perth Racing.

Only candidates with current and valid working rights for Australia will be considered. Direct applications only - at this time we will not be considering candidates from recruitment agencies.

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