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A Racing Cadet Steward oversees horse races, ensuring compliance with regulations, handling investigations, and enforcing rules on equipment, performances, and animal care.

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      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Racing Cadet Steward?

Get qualified to work as a Racing Cadet Steward with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Racing Cadet Steward generally earns $1,240 per week ($64,480 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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There has been stable employment growth in this industry in recent years. There are currently 570 people working as a Racing Cadet Steward in Australia, compared to 530 five years ago. Racing Cadet Stewards may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Certificate III in Racing Services (Cadet Steward) is an excellent qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Racing Cadet Steward. This course covers a range of topics including racing rules and ethics, identifying safe and unsafe methods of handling, assessing the suitability and safety of racing gear, analysing race performance, interpreting wagering trends and collecting non-blood samples from racing personnel and animals.

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A Racing Cadet Steward oversees horse races and racing programs. You’ll ensure all regulations are being met and address any issues of concern. Racing Cadet Stewards may enforce rules on animal handling, racing equipment, horse performances or drug testing. You might be required to conduct follow up enquiries or investigations.

Racing Cadet Stewards should have strong observational skills and excellent attention to detail. It’s important you understand racing regulations and can follow correct procedures at all times. Racing Cadet Stewards must have strong interpersonal skills and should be able to communicate with people from a range of backgrounds.

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