About Us

The racing world is not just exciting, it brings communities together across the state. Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) is at the centre of this world and more than 24,000 people choose to join us in our quest to forge a sustainable future for racing in WA.

Our business is unique, which means we can offer careers which are interesting, challenging and diverse. Our values are important to us so, to be successful, you’ll have to share them. We respect one another, are accountable for our goals, connecting with everyone and bringing excellence to achieve great outcomes. We work hard but have fun while we’re doing it.

This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of live racing, working across various race meetings throughout Western Australia

About the role

We are seeking a Casual Judge who is flexible and available to travel to race meetings and barrier trials across WA. This role is responsible for determining official race results with absolute accuracy and integrity.

Key accountabilities of this role include;

• In accordance with the Australian Rules of Racing, determine and immediately signal the placing of horses in each race
• Analyse digital photo finish images to accurately determine race outcomes
• Record the finishing order, margins and times for all horses competing in each race
• Interpret and confirm results in close finishes with complete accuracy
• Enter official race results into the Racing Australia’s SNS racing system within required timeframes
• Justify race outcomes to Stewards, Trainers and Owners where required
• Ensure the operation of photo finish equipment to guarantee accurate results
• Supervise Assistant Judge and Camera Operators

About you

We are looking for somebody with the following skillset:

• Extensive experience in a similar type of role involving judging
• Extensive knowledge of Rules of Racing
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the racing and wagering industry
• Basic computer literacy skills – Microsoft Office / Windows environment
• Completion of Year 10

For more information visit Careers at RWWA or contact us at [email protected]

As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to complete Pre-Employment screening, which will include two reference checks, police clearance and Australian Working Rights check. 

At Racing and Wagering WA, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and making reasonable adjustments in which everyone is included and treated fairly. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply.