Careers

The Darwin Turf Club is the Northern Territory’s largest thoroughbred racing club.

Each year, the club hosts approximately 39 race meetings in addition to hosting some of Darwin’s most prestigious functions and special events, including the month-long Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival.

Managing a large venue with upwards of 40,000 people over the dry season, the Darwin Turf Club employs a number of casual and full-time staff across a variety of skillsets.

Full-time employment

Considering a career with the Darwin Turf Club? Please see below for any current job listings.

SALES EXECUTIVE

Available for an immediate start, the position of Sales Executive will be responsible for maximising sales of Darwin Turf Club and Silks Darwin’s function and events business across all markets.

Key duties include:

  • End to end sales, service and coordination of all functions and events, inclusive of race day functions, within both locations;
  • Providing a high level of customer service to clients;
  • Upselling of services for functions, from food and beverage packages, to catering options, and use of facilities;
  • Seeking new business opportunities;
  • Working closely with key stakeholders to ensure the best experience for all clients;
  • Maintaining accurate records and documentation;
  • Conducting one on one sales appointments and conduct site visits with clients;
  • Ensuring accurate accounting and internal controls systems are in place;
  • Monitoring competition, economic indicators and industry trends;
  • Analyse sales data on results and develop plans to address performance gaps;
  • Management and resolution of client issues and customer complaints regarding sales and service;
  • Communication of all upcoming events and functions with the management and marketing teams; and
  • Other additional duties as required.

To apply, please click here.

CORPORATE PARTNERSHIP EXECUTIVE

We are looking for a Corporate Partnership Executive reporting into the General Manager of Marketing & Media. You will responsible for developing strong corporate relationships within the private and public sectors and be accountable for driving revenue from sponsorship assets.

Key duties include:

  • Focusing on the sale of all annual Sponsorship packages and other assets at the Darwin Turf Club
  • Collaborating with the Food & Beverage and Sales and Marketing teams to develop on the corporate partner experience at the Darwin Turf Club
  • Developing key relationships and providing exceptional service to maximise revenue from current and potential corporate partners
  • Managing the delivery of benefits to our Corporate Partners, ensuring that service exceeds expectations
  • Collaborating with the GM of Marketing & Media in the development and delivery of the overall Corporate Partnership strategy
  • Assisting in the development and presentation of commercial reports and strategy including the analysis of future revenue opportunities

To apply, please click here.

TRACK WORK SUPERVISOR

Reporting into the Operations, Racing and Facilities Manager, the role is also responsible for supervising the training activities and overseeing the implementation of the Darwin Turf Club Track Regulations on a daily basis.  This role may also be required to assist at the Equine Pool from time to time.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Ensure safety procedures are followed by all trainers and industry people using the track
  • Open & close the track on a daily basis
  • Ensure that the track is safe to operate taking into account weather, visibility, track condition etc.
  • Record number of horses working on the track each morning
  • Work in accordance to the DTC Track Regulations
  • Report any safety or maintenance concerns in the relevant log books
  • Activate warning lights and close the track in case of emergency
  • Additional duties as required

To apply, please click here.

Casual employment

Due to the nature of the thoroughbred racing industry, the Darwin Turf Club is regularly recruiting for casual employees.

The course is open seven days a week for non-racing functions and events, with the busiest periods over June, July and August for the Great Northern Darwin Cup Carnival. Opportunities for day and evening work is available.

Job vacancies will be posted when positions are available – check this page regularly for updates.

Roles include: Chefs and cooks, wait staff, bar staff, catering assistants, tracks and grounds staff, and gate staff.

Please email all resumes to jobs@darwinturfclub.org.au