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

Each year, the club hosts approximately 35 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.

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

Full-time employment

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