Racing Jobs

Where will the Thoroughbred Industry take you? 

Take a look at some of the available vacancies and follow the links to apply

Recent Racing Job Listings

Course Manager
HAWKE'S BAY RI

Hawke’s Bay Racing Incorporated is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Course Manager to lead the management, development, and future growth of its racing and training facilities at Hastings. 

Stablehand/Trackwork Rider
K WILLIAMS RACING

K Williams Racing are seeking a full-time stablehand/trackwork rider to join their team at their home-based track in Christchurch.

Experienced Track Work Rider
JOHN WHEELER RACING

Small but mighty stables based in New Plymouth are seeking an experienced track work rider to join the team immediately.

Groundsman
ATR - PUKEKOHE PARK

Auckland Thoroughbred Racing (ATR) has a vacancy for a Groundsman based at their Pukekohe Park venue.

Head of Communications and Public Relations
NZTR

The Head of Communications and Public Relations is responsible for leading and managing all traditional media, corporate and crisis communications for New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing.

Content Creator
NZTR

Using your creative licence you will create engaging content to service our digital channels to build our fan base. This exciting role is wide and varied and will help shape the way we promote our sport through fresh, engaging content.

Stipendiary Steward
RACING INTEGRITY BOARD

Stipendiary Stewards are at the heart of racing integrity - overseeing race days and ensuring every race is run safely, fairly and in line with the Rules of Racing. It’s a dynamic, hands-on role where every day brings something different. The position covers responsibilities across both thoroughbred and harness racing, with a particular focus on one code based on preference and experience.

Trackwork Rider/Apprentice Jockey
PITMAN RACING

Pitman Racing are seeking an experienced track rider and/or apprentice jockey to join their team at their well-established stables in Christchurch.

Stablehand
FOOTE RACING

Foote Racing, based in Tamahere, is currently seeking a reliable and motivated full-time stablehand to join their team at the Cambridge track.

Grounds Person
WAIKATO THOROUGHBRED RACING

Waikato Thoroughbred Racing is seeking applications for the role of an all-round superstar grounds person at its Waipa Venue.

Experienced Rider
LILYWHITES LODGE

Lilywhites Lodge is seeking for experienced rider, who is able to ride gallops on Ready to Runners and racehorses. The role is based in Ardmore, South Auckland.

Experienced Staff Member / Foreman
BALLYMORE RACING

Are you passionate about horses and looking to advance your career in the racing industry? Do you have experience working in high-performance stables and an eye for detail? Ballymore Racing, based in Matamata, are looking for a skilled and dedicated individual to join their team.

Advertise Job Availability

We welcome thoroughbred industry role advertisements on this page - if you have a role that supports the breeding or racing of thoroughbreds in New Zealand, email us today.

NZTR Enquiries

Should you wish to discuss any of the NZTR positions listed, please get in touch with NZTR's Head of People and Performance, Ashleigh Curran.

Still in school?

Gateway Programme

If you are a student who are interested in horses and would like to use equine unit standards towards your NCEA achievements we can assist in providing the necessary contacts, resources, workbooks, assessments and support to ensure they achieve the required outcomes.

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