Rider's Licence | Class C | Probationer Jockey

New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing
Rider's Licence | Class C | Probationer Jockey

New Zealand Resident or Citizen $145.00, International $1150.00
This is an ELECTRONIC APPLICATION. Printing the form and filling it out by hand will make your application ineligible.

The Class C Rider’s Licence is granted to persons who aspire to become jockeys and who have been assessed as competent to ride Thoroughbreds in trackwork, for the purpose of enabling NZTR to assess whether the person is suitable to become an apprentice jockey. Please refer to the NZTR Licensing Policy for full details. Upon submission, 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 Employment Contract
- Copy of Medical Examination
- Copy of Working Visa (if required)
- Copy of IELTS - English Score (if required)
- Copy of School Leaving Certificate (if under 16 years old)
Following the application, you will be contacted by Proactive Health to undergo a baseline concussion test. This assessment is online for your convenience and is a requirement of the licence being granted.

A fee of $1150 will apply if you are not a New Zealand resident or citizen and are making an application on a work visa.

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
IRD Number*
Date of Birth*

DayMonthYear
If under 15 years of age, you must attach a letter of consent from a parent or guardian below. If under 18 you must provide contact details for your legal guardian.
Today

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

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

SuburbPostcode

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

First NameLast Name
Relationship*
Phone Number*
Betting Account
Do you have a betting account with a wagering operator*

NoYes - Please give details below
Betting Account

Betting OperatorAccount NameAccount Number
Questionnaire
Horse Ownership
Are you an Owner or Lessee of any horse registered under the Rules of Racing?*

YesNo
Provide Details (Horse Name, Trainer)*
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 license, by any racing authority (whether in New Zealand or international)?*

YesNo
Provide Details (licence type, year, jurisdiction, offence, penalty, conditions imposed and the relevant 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)*
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 the holder of a licence issued by NZTR, the NZTR Rules of Racing and 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
I have completed the Rules of Racing test (link below)*

YesNo
Link: Rules of Racing Test | Rider's
Code of Conduct*

I have obtained, 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 Code of Conduct (including provisions relating to the use of social media).
Link: Code of Conduct
Credit Check*

I consent to the NZTR performing a credit check
Link: New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing Credit Checking and Debt Collection Policy
NZTR Consent*

I consent to NZTR obtaining any clearances and/or any relevant details from any overseas racing authority in which I was, or am, licensed regarding my licence and judicial 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 this application. I understand that any record of criminal convictions I might have will be automatically concealed if I meet the eligibility criteria stipulated in Section 7 of the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004.
NZ SPCA or MPI*

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 this 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, probationer jockeys and stablehands. 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.aspx.

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
I understand the Health & Safety Requirements*

Yes
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.
I understand the Privacy Act requirements*

Yes
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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Employment
Copy of employment contract*

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Medical Examination Record
The RIDER MEDICAL EXAMINATION RECORD needs to be completed by a registered medical practitioner. Please ensure the form is attached with your application

Link: Medical Examination Form
Rider Medical Examination Record*

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

YesNo - Please upload a copy of your Working Visa permitting you to work in New Zealand
I have provided a copy of my VISA with this application*

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English is my first language

YesNo
For foreign applicants for whom english is not their first language, an IELTS score of 5.5 or more may be required.

Link: https://www.ielts.org/

If this is not achieved, NZTR may agree a language development plan to be put in place as a condition of your licence, the cost of which will be your responsibility.
IELTS score documenatation

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Education Details
Please provide any racing industry qualification details
NSI Number
Please provide a school leaving certificate (if under 16 years or under)

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Declaration
By signing and submitting this application form to NZTR:

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

2. I acknowledge that NZTR will rely upon the information I have provided in, or with, this application form for the purpose of determining whether I am an appropriate person to be a probationer jockey with a view to becoming an apprentice jockey.

3.I acknowledge and agree that NZTR may take disciplinary action against me in the event that the information I have provided in, or with, this application form is false or misleading in any particular, which action may include the revocation of any Licence issued to me.

4. I acknowledge and agree that the provision of any false, misleading or inaccurate information in, or with, this application form may also result in me being charged under the Rules of Racing.

5. I undertake and confirm that I meet all of the requirements for the issue of a Class C Rider's Licence to me under the Rules of Racing.

6. I consent to the New Zealand Police disclosing to NZTR any information that they may have regarding 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 stipulated in Section 7 of the Criminal Records (Clean Slate) Act 2004.

7. I consent, in accordance with Rule 656 of the Rules of Racing, to providing a sample of one or more of my blood, breath, urine, sweat or saliva, as and when required by a Stipendiary Steward or Investigator, for the purpose of alcohol and drug testing.

8. I acknowledge and agree that the probation period of three months is a period for both the Employer and the me to satisfy each other of their compatibility. During this period, it is important that I adapt to the lifestyle of the Employer, their methods of training, the domestic environment offered and the standard of accommodation provided. During this probationary period either party may, for any reason, by written notice, terminate my employment as probationer without giving any reason and without the termination being to the detriment of either party.

9. I acknowledge and agree that any change in my employer will result in a new probationary period of three months having to be undertaken. If an Apprenticeship Agreement is entered into at the conclusion of that new three month probationary period, the previous period of probation may, with NZTR's agreement, be included in the period of my apprenticeship.

10. I acknowledge and agree that during the three probationary period and any apprenticeship, I must comply with all of NZTR's training requirements.
Applicant Signature*

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Witness Signature*

Clear
Witness Name*

First NameLast Name
Employer
Employer Signature*

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Name of current employer*

First NameLast Name
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:

• approve the licence application (including, where considered appropriate, on conditions);

• defer an application until further information is supplied;

• refer an application to the NZTR Racing & Integrity Committee;

• decline the application;

• request additional information or clarification from the applicant regarding the application; or

• approve 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)
New Zealand Resident or Citizen
Rider's License | Class C | Probationer Jockey $145.00
International

Rider's License | Class C | Probationer Jockey $1150.00
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, Class C Rider
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: +64 4 576 6279

email: licensing@nztr.co.nz
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Rider's Licence | Class C | Probationer Jockey

Details

Legal Guardian (under 18 years of age)

Next Of Kin Details

Betting Account

Questionnaire

Horse Ownership

Licence History

Criminal History

Animal Welfare

Declarations

Requirements

Health and Safety

Privacy Act

Attachments

Identification

Colour Photo

Employment

Medical Examination Record

Eligibility to Work in New Zealand

Education Details

Declaration

Employer

Licensing Panel Decision

Notification

Payment (Application Fee)