Tracks Trainee

Job Summary

This trainee position offers you an unparalleled opportunity for long-term career growth and development within the Club. By joining the Racing Division which drives Hong Kong as one of the leading horse racing jursdications, you will have the unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience and invaluable industry knowledge while being part of the professional team. With our commitment to your professional advancement, this position provides a pathway to a Tracks Management role in the future. If you possess a passion for the racing industry and a drive to excel, we invite you to join us on this remarkable path of learning and growth.

The Job

You will:

• Assist in Raceday surface preparation, site inspection.
• Assist in implement track and machine maintenance activities such as material top-up, machine preventative service schedule, SOP, etc.
• Operate various agricultural and horticultural equipment and machinery (e.g. tractor w/harrow/float/wheel packer/drag, motor grader, water truck, articulated equipment, starting gate).
• Develop machinery operation skill for maintenance and sampling of All Weather Track and Sand footing.
• Monitor the quality of work assigned against prescribed standards.
• Provide hands-on training and guidance to staff members on maintenance and machine operation skills to comply with OSH standards.
• Process and keep records (attendance, daily work schedule) for team members and submit these records to the immediate supervisor.
• Develop working knowledge on Tracks, trotting ring, artificial, synthetic tracks and ground maintenance, racetrack assessment etc.
• Co-ordinate with various internal department to ensure the daily operations run smoothly.
• Assist in project management and data collection for track studies.
• Perform a variety of administrative and clerical support.
• Be required to work outside of Hong Kong.

About You

You should have:

• Diploma level or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Vehicle Maintenance, Civil Engineering, Soil Science, Agriculture, Agronomy or related disciplines
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English and Chinese, understanding of basic Mandarin is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong analytical skill and the patience to work long, unsociable hours, on weekends and under tough weather condition. 
• Enthusiasm to learn and to get hands-on. 
• A valid driving licence (Class 1, and 2) is required. 
• Hands-on experience in using Microsoft Office applications.

Terms of Employment

The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualification and experience.

How to Apply

Please send your resume, complete with expected salary and job reference by clicking the Apply Now button.

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