Assistant Trainer Licence, Feb 1 2024

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing
Assistant Trainer Licence

Application Fee: $95.00
This is an ELECTRONIC APPLICATION. Printing the form and filling it out by hand will make your application ineligible.

The Assistant Trainer licence is granted to persons who are employed on a full-time basis by a Class A Trainer, to assist the Trainer with the responsibilities of training horses and managing the racehorse training business. Please refer to the NZTR Licensing Policy for full details. Upon receipt, your application will be reviewed within 10 working days.

Attachments required to complete the application;
- Colour Photo
- Copy of ID (driver licence, passport or birth certificate)
- Copy of Working Visa (if required)
- Copy of Reference Letter from Employer (Class A Trainer)
- Copy of NZ Certificate in Equine - Level 4 Assistant Thoroughbred Trainer qualification; or
- Copy of completed Primary ITO Training Agreement; or
- Receive recognition by NZTR of prior industry learning and experience to satisfy the clause
PLEASE NOTE: Fields marked with (*) are required.
Details
Name*

First NameLast Name
Gender*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

SuburbPostcode

Town/City
Phone Number*
Email*
example@example.com
Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
If under 18 you must provide contact details for your legal guardian.
Today

DayMonthYear
Date
Days
Age
Legal Guardian (if under 18 years of age)
Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

SuburbPostcode

Town/City
Phone Number*
Next Of Kin Details
Next of Kin Name*

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Phone Number*
Qualification
The Applicant must:

(a) have completed the NZ Certificate in Equine - Level 4 Assistant Thoroughbred Trainer qualification (or other similar accredited racing industry Equine Training qualification through a recognised training authority in an overseas jurisdiction recognised by NZTR);

or

(b) enrol in the Training Agreement for the Primary ITO and undertake the NZ Certificate in Equine - Level 4 Assistant Thoroughbred Trainer qualification.

or

(c) receive recognition by NZTR of prior industry learning and experience.
I have:*

completed NZ Certificate in Equine - Level 4 Assistant Thoroughbred Traineragreed to enrol and undertake the NZ Certificate in Equine - Level 4 qualificationreceive recognition by NZTR of prior industry learning and experience.
Upload NZ Certificate in Equine - Level 4 Assistant Thoroughbred Trainer or other recognised qualification

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Training Agreement for the Primary ITO

Assistant Training Application (Training & Development)
You must complete the Training Agreement for the Primary ITO which can be found in the link below. Please complete the Training Agreement and upload this in the box below.

Link: Training Agreement - Primary ITO
Please provide a completed copy of the Training Agreement

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Once your completed application has been received, including the application for the primary ITO, this will be forwarded to the Training & Development team who will arrange -

• Enrolment into the programme

• A timetable of scheduled classes

• Support to complete your coursework

An Assistant Trainer Licence will not be issued to anyone who has not completed all these requirements.
Questionnaire
Licence History
Have you ever held a licence issued by a racing authority in New Zealand (including Greyhound Racing NZ or Harness Racing NZ) or an international racing authority?*

YesNo
Racing jurisdiction where last licensed
Provide Full Licensing History (licence type, jurisdiction, year)*
Have you ever had a racing licence disqualified, revoked, suspended, withdrawn, or refused, or had any conditions imposed on a racing licence, by a racing authority (whether in New Zealand or internationally)?*

YesNo
Provide Details (licence type, year, jurisdiction, offence, penalty, conditions imposed and the circumstances)*
Criminal History
Have you ever been convicted of any offence under the laws of New Zealand unless covered by the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004, or under the laws of any other country?*

YesNo
Provide details (conviction details)*
Please provide a Criminal Record Check. You can apply online using the link below and upload the completed document in the designated box

Criminal Record Check service
Criminal Record Check*

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Animal Welfare
Have you ever been investigated by any authority for any offence involving neglect or cruelty to animals or any breach of the Animal Welfare Act?*

YesNo
Provide details (animal welfare)*
Declarations
Rules of Racing*

I acknowledge that, as a holder of a licence issued by NZTR, the Rules of Racing and all policies, regulations and directives made or issued by NZTR under the Rules of Racing, will apply to me and that I will be bound by them.
Link: Rules, Directives & Policies
Code of Conduct*

I have read and understood the NZTR Code of Conduct and acknowledge that, as the holder of a licence issued by NZTR, I will be required to comply with the NZTR Code of Conduct (including provisions relating to the use of social media).
Link: Code of Conduct
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)*

I acknowledge that, as a holder of a licence issued by NZTR, I must complete all CPD requirements by the 30th of June of each year to be eligible for the renewal of that Licence.
Link: Continuing Professional Development
NZTR Consent*

I consent to NZTR obtaining any clearances and/or any relevant details from any overseas racing authority or other racing authority in New Zealand with which I was, or am, licensed regarding my licence and my judicial or disciplinary history in that jurisdiction (if applicable).
New Zealand Police*

I consent to the New Zealand Police disclosing to NZTR any information that they may have in relation to me for the purposes of NZTR's consideration of my application. I understand that any record of criminal convictions I might have will be automatically concealed if I meet the eligibility criteria set out in Section 7 of the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004.
NZ SPCA or Ministry for Primary Industries*

I consent to the NZ SPCA or the Ministry for Primary Industries disclosing to NZTR any information that they may have in relation to me for the purposes of NZTR's consideration of my application.
Requirements
Health and Safety
The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (the HSW Act), which came into force on 4 April 2016, includes the concept of a “person conducting a business or undertaking” (PCBU). This includes all businesses or undertakings regardless of whether a person conducts a business alone or with others, or whether or not it is for profit or gain.

The HSW Act also contains obligations for “workers”, which is widely defined and would normally include, for example, Assistant Trainers. Workers must ensure that they comply with their obligations under the HSW Act. Further details are available on the NZTR website: loveracing.nz/NZTR/Resources/Health-and-Safety

By signing this form, I undertake to NZTR that:
- I understand that I have obligations under the HSW Act and that it is my responsibility to meet those obligations;
- I will carry out my obligations under the HSW Act;
- I will cooperate absolutely with any health and safety investigation conducted by the Racing Integrity Board, NZTR or WorkSafe;
- I will immediately report any incident that must be reported under the HSW Act or as directed by NZTR to the appropriate authorities;
- I will comply with any health and safety policies at any racing or training venue.
I acknowledge that my fitness to hold a licence depends on my compliance with these undertakings and that NZTR may cancel or suspend my licence if I breach them.
Health & Safety Declaration*

I understand the Health & Safety requirements
Privacy Act
This information is being collected, and will be held, by New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing (NZTR), 106-110 Jackson Street, Petone, Wellington. It is being collected for the purpose of processing the application made under this form and for performing NZTR’s functions under the Racing Industry Act 2020 and the Rules of Racing (including relating to licensing and registration, as applicable). You agree that the personal information supplied by you may be retained and used by NZTR and by third parties (if applicable) for these purposes and any directly related purposes. You also agree (unless you tick the box below or notify us otherwise), that NZTR may use this information for direct marketing or providing you with information on events, products and services, and that it may be disclosed by NZTR to, and used by, third parties for these purposes.

NZTR will not use or disclose your personal information in any way, other than that disclosed in this policy or with your prior consent. If you do not provide the requested information, then NZTR may not be able to process your application under this form.

If you do not wish your information to be used by NZTR, or to be disclosed by it to third parties, for the purpose of direct marketing and providing you with information on events, products and services, then please tick the box below. Otherwise, you may at any time opt out of your information being used or disclosed by NZTR in this way by notifying NZTR to that effect by email (office@nztr.co.nz) or by letter to the address set out above.
Privacy Act Declaration*

I understand the Privacy Act requirements
Acknowledge below if you do not wish your information to be disclosed by NZTR

I do not agree to my personal information being used by NZTR, or being disclosed by it to third parties for use, for direct marketing or providing me with information on events, products and services
Attachments
Identification
For identification purposes, NZTR requires a copy of your driver licence, passport or birth certificate*

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Colour Photo
For identification purposes, and in order to supply you with a licence ID, please provide a colour photo of yourself*

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Eligibility to Work in New Zealand
I am a New Zealand or Australian Resident*

YesNo
If not, I have provided a copy of my VISA permitting me to work in New Zealand with this application.

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Reference Letter
Reference letter from Employer*

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Certification by Employer
Employer Name (Class A Trainer)*

First NameLast Name
I have interviewed this applicant and discussed their background, and certify that, in my opinion, the applicant is a fit and proper person to be an Assistant Trainer. I authorise the applicant as a licensed Assistant Trainer to perform the following tasks to all horses which are listed as under my care as a Trainer.
Duties included;*

Nominate for Races, Trials and JumpoutsWithdraw from RacesScratch from Races, Trials and JumpoutsNotify RetirementNotify DeathSubmit Stable Return
Employer Signature*

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Declaration
By signing and submitting this application form to NZTR:

1. I undertake that I have read the application form and that all of the information that I have provided to NZTR in, or with, it is true and correct in all material respects.

2. I acknowledge that the provision of any false, misleading or inaccurate information in, or with, this form may result in charges being brought against me under the NZTR Rules of Racing or otherwise, and may also result in the revocation of any licence issued to me.

3. I undertake and confirm that I meet all of the requirements for the issue of an Assistant Trainer Licence to me under the Rules of Racing.

4. I consent to the New Zealand Police disclosing to NZTR any information that they may have about me for the purposes of NZTR's consideration of this application. I understand that any record of criminal convictions I might have will be automatically concealed if I meet the eligibility criteria set out in Section 7 of the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004.

5. I consent, for the purposes of Rule 656 of the NZTR Rules of Racing (if applicable), to providing a sample of one or more of my blood, breath, urine, saliva or sweat, as and when required by a Stipendiary Steward or Investigator, for the purposes of drug and alcohol testing.
Applicant Signature*

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Licensing Panel Decision
Applications are reviewed by Racing Integrity Board Stewards and then considered by the NZTR Licensing Panel which, based on the information supplied, may:
- request additional information or clarification from the applicant regarding the application;
- defer an application until further information is supplied;
- refer an application to the NZTR Racing & Integrity Committee;
- approve the application (including, where considered appropriate, on conditions); or
- decline the application.
Notification
You will be notified of the outcome of your application by the NZTR Licensing Panel by email. If your application is approved, NZTR will send you a notification outlining the terms and conditions of your licence.

What if my application is declined?

You can appeal to the NZTR Racing & Integrity Committee within 28 days of when you were notified that your application has been declined.

email: licensing@nztr.co.nz
Payment (Application Fee)

$95.00
I would like to pay by:*

Debit/Credit CardBank Deposit
Please proceed with making payment to the specified bank account, including your name and license type details as indicated in the format below. Once you submit the application, a copy will be emailed to you for your records.

Bank Account Name: New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing Inc

Bank Account Number: 01-0517-0063944-00

Reference: Last Name, First Initial, Assistant Trainer
You can complete your application by proceeding with payment. Please use the button below to access the payment page. Additionally, you will receive a copy of the application via email.
CONTACT US

If you have any queries relating to this application, please contact NZTR Licensing at:

tel: 027 207 4734

email: licensing@nztr.co.nz
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Assistant Trainer Licence

Details

Legal Guardian (if under 18 years of age)

Next Of Kin Details

Qualification

Training Agreement for the Primary ITO

Questionnaire

Licence History

Criminal History

Animal Welfare

Declarations

Requirements

Health and Safety

Privacy Act

Attachments

Identification

Colour Photo

Eligibility to Work in New Zealand

Reference Letter

Certification by Employer

Declaration

Licensing Panel Decision

Notification

Payment (Application Fee)