Main Duties of a Clerk of the Scales

• Manage the weighing room and conduct pre-race checks to ensure all riders weigh out correctly and the appropriate riders weigh in after each race.
• Announce “weighed in” once the Stewards have confirmed the result and the Judge has declared the race official.
• Maintain clear and effective communication between raceday teams and broadcast partners.
• Oversee jockey sponsorship and testing procedures, ensuring compliance with BHA Rules, procedures, and values.

What the role requires

• Knowledge and understanding of Horse Welfare Standards and security in British Racing
• Team player working collaborating and working in partnership with colleagues and professionals.
• Knowledge of permitted declared raceday tack and equipment.
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity.
• Understanding of the structure of the British Horseracing Industry, Rules, Regulations, Guidelines and Stakeholders.
• Understanding of BHA requirements in relation to the Weighing Room and Scales.
• A sound understanding of relevant BHA Rules and Instructions, including SOPs and BHAGIs.

Desirable Skills

• Highly motivated individual able to operate with tact and diplomacy in difficult situations, under pressure.
• Sound and up to date awareness of current affairs and priorities, aims, values, standards and operations of the BHA.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Working Condition

• Full-time or part-time roles available.
• Working time includes attendance at race meetings on weekdays, evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
• Extensive travel regionally and nationally as required.

Benefits

• Salary dependent on experience and level of responsibility.
• Significant opportunities for continued professional development and growth.
• Accommodation and travel expenses reimbursed in line with BHA Policy.