Regulatory Veterinarian - Raceday
Job No:
RV259
Location:
Flemington
Racing Victoria (RV) is one of Australia’s leading sporting organisations, and the independent governing body of thoroughbred racing in Victoria. We develop, promote and manage the conduct of the racing of thoroughbred horses in Victoria to safeguard its integrity.
Our Integrity Services Department strives to be recognised as setting the standard in equine welfare and integrity. We take pride in our dynamic environment and no day is the same.
About the Opportunity
We have a rare opportunity for a Regulatory Veterinarian – Raceday to join RV in a permanent part time capacity for 6 months reporting to the General Manager - Veterinary Services within our Veterinary Services Team.
The role would require the successful incumbent to provide expert advice in order to ensure that horses participating in thoroughbred racing in Victoria are physically suitable to compete and are presented for racing free of prohibited substances in accordance with the Rules of Racing. The incumbent will attend race meetings, official trials and the Werribee International Horse Centre, provide appropriate veterinary services in line with RV policies and procedures.
Leading by example the Regulatory Veterinarian - Raceday will ensure raceday veterinary staff have strong technical and commercial capability by providing feedback and guidance where required. You will ensure continuous improvement in the processes adopted by the team and assist the GM - Veterinary Services audit the process for veterinary services.
Key Responsibilities are but not limited to:
- Attend race meetings and official trials and provide appropriate veterinary services in line with RV policies and procedures.
- Provide veterinary services at the WIHC.
- Manage veterinary staff on raceday
- Contribute to the training of new veterinary staff in line with RV policies and procedures.
- Assist the General Manager Veterinary Services audit the process for veterinary services at Victorian thoroughbred race meetings.
- Examine horses and advise Stipendiary Stewards regarding their suitability to race.
- Manage the RV drug control program at race meetings.
- Provide advice to Stipendiary Stewards and other relevant industry stakeholders on issues pertaining to health and welfare of thoroughbred racehorses, the Rules of Racing and compliance with drug control regulations.
- Contribute to projects to enhance the safety and welfare of racehorses and integrity of racing, through liaison with peak research bodies and managing stakeholders.
About You
As the successful candidate, you possess the following:
- Degree qualified in Veterinary Science from an Australian University or equivalent veterinary qualification recognised in Australia, registrable in the State of Victoria.
- Qualified for at least five years with broad experience of equine practice (preferable).
- Ability to make clinical decisions rapidly and under intense scrutiny
- Demonstrated ability to work across teams in tight time constraints.
- Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations and conditions.
- Driver’s license (Victorian)
- Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations and conditions.
- Demonstrated ability and experience in dispute resolution and negotiation through clear and concise communication to achieve a favourable outcome.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with frequent collaborators.
- Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability and strong organisational skills to be able to respond to changing priorities or requests for information and reports at short notice.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of the Rules of Racing
- Experience in writing expert statements and providing evidence at inquiries and Appeals.
What can we offer you?
- The opportunity to join an industry leading and iconic sports organisation
- Attractive and competitive remuneration package, inclusive of salary packaging benefits
- Dynamic and varied work assignments and projects
- Research Opportunities & In House Training
- Access to industry events and race meetings every day of the year
- On-site gym, subsidised café and free car parking and is well-accessed by public transport, both by train and tram
How do I apply?
If this sounds like you; please apply below or via Seek.