OTI RACING - MANAGEMENT TRAINEE
Global Horse Management Company OTI Management Pty Ltd seeks a dynamic, vibrant and organised individual to add to our team.
The company
Based in Docklands, Victoria, OTI Racing and Bloodstock has a respected international presence in the competitive and growing thoroughbred industry. With this appointment, we seek to further that presence with particular focus on market penetration and client services.
The role
This role is for a “go-to” person, working with the management team across several business disciplines including:
• Editing, proofing, formatting and submitting documents or emails
• Social media management and analysis
• Website maintenance
• Client database management
• Business promotion and client services
• Client communication services
• Raceday assistance
• General office duties
Qualities sought
The successful applicant should have high levels of proficiency in:
• Verbal, written and grammar skills
• Office, numerical and general computer applications
• Social media application and analysis
• Audio-visual skills
• General business acumen
• Qualifications that enhance the role
This role calls for applicants who are proactive and show initiative. Importantly, they should have an eye for detail. They will have a keen interest in racing and be prepared to embrace the flexible timing requirements and scope of the role.
The successful applicant can be assured of a varied involvement in racing while learning new skills that will progress his/her business career.
Next step
If you are interested in this role, please forward a comprehensive CV and reasons why this role appeals to you to opportunities@oti.com.au
LIME COUNTRY THOROUGHBREDS - OPERATIONS MANAGER ROLE
This is a new and exciting role for our expanding business based in the Hunter Valley. We are looking for an Operations Manager to coordinate and assist with the overseeing of our organisation’s operations.
The successful applicant will be an experienced team leader, who is seeking new challenges with a progressive, professional broodmare and sales consigning farm.
While this role would be the most senior on farm you will work closely alongside the Broodmare and Yearling Managers in day-to-day farm duties.
The farm manages approximately 60 resident mares, consigns approximately 55 yearlings per year and foals approximately 90 mares per year.
The role is well-supported by hands-on owners. The hours of work are most likely less, and potentially more flexible than that of a large commercial stud. Therefore, this may be a role that is suitable for someone ambitious, who has family commitments.
The specific duties of this role include operational farm strategy, improving performance and health and safety compliance. You should also be ready to mentor your team members, find ways to increase the quality of customer service and implement best practices across all levels.
Responsibilities
• Growing the efficiency of the organisation by enhancing processes and procedures
• Improve operational management systems, processes and best practices
• Communicating with service providers, staff and management to maintain proper organisation
• Perform quality controls and monitor production KPIs
• Maintaining staff morale through positive communication
• Work with Management to supervise and better assist Broodmare and Yearling Managers as required
• Overseeing farm health and safety requirements
Requirements
• Proven work experience as a Broodmare/Yearling or prior Operations Manager or similar role
• Knowledge of organisational effectiveness and operations management
• Excellent communication skills
• Proven leadership ability
• Outstanding organisational skills
• Excellent horse handling skills and knowledge across all areas of a busy thoroughbred farm
Benefits
• A salary to reflect experience
• Good hours – time to enjoy life away from work
• An excellent agistment package will be provided allowing for your own trading
• The opportunity to be part of a growing business and the potential that provides
• Opportunity to learn and be more involved in the business end of “the business”
Applications
Please apply with CV in strictest confidence to jo@limecountry.com.au
Applications close 15th March 2022
Start date flexible