Rásaíocht Con Éireann / Greyhound Racing Ireland has responsibility for the promotion, regulation and ongoing development of the Greyhound industry in Ireland.
A vacancy has arisen based at our Cork venues, Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium & Youghal Greyhound Stadium for the position of Grounds Maintenance & Racing Equipment Operator Manager.
Job Title: Curraheen Park & Youghal Grounds Maintenance Manager
Reports to: Regional Racing Manager
Primary Work Location: Curraheen Park Stadium, Cork
Scope of the Role
The key function of this role will be to manage/oversee all grounds related activities to meet the needs of the racing function and to ensure that both stadiums are maintained to an excellent standard.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
To drive the hare to the required standards at both trail and racing sessions.
To ensure that the traps and all racing related equipment is well maintained through a programme of preventive maintenance as agreed with the racing support officer.
To work closely with colleagues in maintaining the track racing surface to the required standard for both trial sessions and race nights.
Effectively process payments at trial sessions and report as per company policies and procedures.
To operate at both private and official trials at times directed by the Racing Manager.
To effectively maintain the stadium facilities and grounds to the highest possible standard at all times.
Cutting of the grass and maintenance of the infield and surrounding areas of the stadium.
Plate and harrow the racing surface using a tractor and specialist equipment.
Rake the track surface to ensure that the cambers at to the required standard.
Deal with owners & trainers in a professional and courteous manner at all times with a particular focus during trial sessions & race nights.
Comply with all GRI procedures to include all statutory procedures - Fire, Health and Safety, hygiene, and internal audit.
To carry out any other reasonable task as assigned by management to meet business needs.
Key Skills and Competencies:
Hours of Work
This role is a full-time role, 37.5 hours per week, 5 days from 7, Monday to Sunday. Start and finish.
Times vary each day, and a roster will be agreed with your line manager on a weekly basis, depending on trial sessions, race nights and track maintenance required. A degree of flexibility is required to allow for changes to the racing schedule and trial sessions.
Education and Preferred Behaviours and Competencies
Experience with the GRI Maintenance program