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Become A Track Supervisior

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A Track Work Supervisor monitors horse training operations and ensures that all personnel on the track during training are licensed and are adhering to all rules and OHS procedures.
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    Prospective Track Supervisors employees must obtain a First Aid Certificate and possess industry and/or racing experience as well as equine knowledge.

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      Prospective Track Supervisors employees must obtain a First Aid Certificate and possess industry and/or racing experience as well as equine knowledge.
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    Laura Dixon

    About Me:

    I grew up in Ballarat having riding lessons from eight-years-old at my local pony club. I also worked during the school holidays at a harness racing stable where I developed a passion for racing.

    While attending Ballarat High School I had a part-time job at the Ballarat Veterinary Practice, Equine Facility, and upon graduating I continued this job in a full-time capacity where I broadened my knowledge.

    The following year I completed a Diploma of Horse Business Management at Marcus Oldham College, Geelong. This qualification gave me a big step up in the Equine industry as it is widely recognized.

    After this, I worked for Makybe Stud, Gnarwarre, for 18 months and while this was rewarding work I knew my passion was in the racing industry, so I moved to Melbourne to take up a position working for trainer Mick Price. During my five-and-a-half years at Mick Prices', I completed a Diploma in Thoroughbred Racing which is a requirement for gaining a trainer’s licence.

    I purchased a property in Ballarat in 2012 which I am currently setting-up as post-operative care/ rehabilitation centre. When I first made the move back to Ballarat I worked for Malua Racing as Foreman and track rider but as the hours were a little demanding and not allowing me to develop my own property, I took up a position as a track work supervisor at the Ballarat Turf Club.

    About the Job:
    My job requires me to open the synthetic hill training track and trainers hut at sunrise and supervise all work done by the horses. It is critical that someone is there to make sure all riders are abiding by the rules and doing things in a safe manner.

    Daily tasks for me are recording which trainers use the track and how many horses they work as they are charged for this. I am also there to assist anyone who may fall off or get injured. The track is open for four hours each day and at the end of the morning, I check the track is safe for use the next day.

    Qualifications:
    My job requires me to have my first aid certificate. Although it is not a requirement of my job, having an understanding of horses and track riding helps me manage the horse movements on and off the track. You also need to be a good communicator and be able to direct horses and riders so all horses can be worked in a safe manner.

    • profile

      Laura Dixon

      About Me:

      I grew up in Ballarat having riding lessons from eight-years-old at my local pony club. I also worked during the school holidays at a harness racing stable where I developed a passion for racing.

      While attending Ballarat High School I had a part-time job at the Ballarat Veterinary Practice, Equine Facility, and upon graduating I continued this job in a full-time capacity where I broadened my knowledge.

      The following year I completed a Diploma of Horse Business Management at Marcus Oldham College, Geelong. This qualification gave me a big step up in the Equine industry as it is widely recognized.

      After this, I worked for Makybe Stud, Gnarwarre, for 18 months and while this was rewarding work I knew my passion was in the racing industry, so I moved to Melbourne to take up a position working for trainer Mick Price. During my five-and-a-half years at Mick Prices', I completed a Diploma in Thoroughbred Racing which is a requirement for gaining a trainer’s licence.

      I purchased a property in Ballarat in 2012 which I am currently setting-up as post-operative care/ rehabilitation centre. When I first made the move back to Ballarat I worked for Malua Racing as Foreman and track rider but as the hours were a little demanding and not allowing me to develop my own property, I took up a position as a track work supervisor at the Ballarat Turf Club.

      About the Job:
      My job requires me to open the synthetic hill training track and trainers hut at sunrise and supervise all work done by the horses. It is critical that someone is there to make sure all riders are abiding by the rules and doing things in a safe manner.

      Daily tasks for me are recording which trainers use the track and how many horses they work as they are charged for this. I am also there to assist anyone who may fall off or get injured. The track is open for four hours each day and at the end of the morning, I check the track is safe for use the next day.

      Qualifications:
      My job requires me to have my first aid certificate. Although it is not a requirement of my job, having an understanding of horses and track riding helps me manage the horse movements on and off the track. You also need to be a good communicator and be able to direct horses and riders so all horses can be worked in a safe manner.