Join the Commission for a veterinary experience like no other
Veterinarians are an essential part of the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) animal care and integrity framework, with at least one veterinarian on-site at every race meeting in Queensland. The Commission encourages veterinarians to work with us in a variety of locations and roles.
Be a guardian of animal welfare as you:
- Gain insights into canine and equine sports medicine by working with racing animals.
- Create positive change for the sustainability of racing.
- Work independently and become a veterinary leader.
- Be out in the field-track/stables/kennels and gain new operational experiences.
- Have a positive work-life balance with shifts across 7 days – no overnight shifts.
- Flexible shifts – work around your family commitments
- Fortnightly pay cycle with no minimum shifts required.
- Part time, casual and full-time positions available.
QRIC Veterinarians
The duties of a veterinarian include implementing racing industry reforms in animal welfare in response to Government’s commitments and priorities.
QRIC veterinarians oversee animal welfare at racing events, inquiries and appeals and ensure all animal welfare veterinary services are conducted in accordance with the Rules of Racing and the Racing Act.
They establish effective working relationships with key animal welfare bodies, including the RSPCA, Biosecurity Queensland and the Australian Veterinary Association.
Veterinarians also provide specialist and authoritative advice on breeding trends and injuries across the three codes of racing (Thoroughbred, Harness and Greyhound) and represent the Commission in matters pertaining to animal welfare with key animal welfare bodies.
Canine Health Officer
Canine Health Officers work collaboratively with all Greyhound Adoption Program (GAP) officers and QRIC staff to develop and implement strategies to improve the GAP’s operations and visibility.
Our officers conduct basic health assessments of all greyhounds entering the GAP program and liaise with QRIC and independent veterinarians to schedule elective and emergency veterinary services.
In collaboration with the Assessment and Adoptions Officer, Canine Health Officers work proactively with greyhounds available for adoption to ensure that positive behaviours are established and maintained through continuous daily handling, exposure, enrichment and training.
Officers also take part in the Commission’s public relations and marketing events as required.
Contact hrqric@qric.qld.gov.au for more information.