top of page

Dog or Horse Racing Official – ANZSCO 452318

Dog or Horse Racing Official (ANZSCO 452318) is a skill level 3 occupation assessed by VETASSESS (Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services) for Australian skilled migration. It is on the ROL list and can be used for subclass 494.

Open Dog or Horse Racing Official in the interactive ANZSCO search · Book a free migration assessment

Quick facts

  • ANZSCO code: 452318
  • Skill level: 3 – Certificate IV, or Certificate III with at least 2 years of on-the-job training, or 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Assessing authority: VETASSESS
  • Occupation lists: ROL
  • English test for skills assessment: Not required
  • ANZSCO unit group: 4523 Sports Coaches, Instructors and Officials

Dog or Horse Racing Official job description and duties

Coordinates and directs horse or dog racing activities, and liaises with other officials to interpret and enforce racing rules and regulations. Registration or licensing is required.

Also known as: Race Steward

Specialisations: Handicapper (Racing)

Tasks include

  • Coaching, training and instructing sportspersons by analysing performances and developing abilities
  • Planning and directing game strategies, developing play patterns and analysing game progress
  • Motivating sportspersons and supervising practice sessions
  • Recruiting players and other coaching staff
  • Arranging entries into sporting competitions
  • Promoting sports and skills development, and overseeing the participation of young people in sport
  • Officiating at sporting events to enforce rules
  • Coordinating and directing sporting activities, and liaising with other officials to interpret and enforce rules and regulations relating to sport

Education and skill level

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) In New Zealand: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Note: some roles within this unit group are at a higher ANZSCO Skill Level. The occupation Sports Development Officer in this unit group has a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia: AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) In New Zealand: NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. The occupations Gymnastics Coach or Instructor, Swimming Coach or Instructor, Tennis Coach and Other Sports Coach or Instructor in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below. In Australia: AQF Certificate II or III, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4) In New Zealand: NZQF Level 2 or 3 qualification, or at least one year of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 4) In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Note: some roles within this unit group are at a higher ANZSCO Skill Level. Registration or licensing is required.

Visa options for Dog or Horse Racing Official

Eligible means the occupation is on a list the visa accepts. You still need to meet every other requirement.

  • Subclass 189 Skilled Independent: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
  • Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL)
  • Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional – State/Territory nominated: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)
  • Subclass 491F Skilled Work Regional – Family sponsored: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
  • Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate – Post-Vocational Education Work: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
  • Subclass 482 Skills in Demand – Core Skills stream: Not eligible (via CSOL)
  • Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme – Direct Entry: Not eligible (via CSOL)
  • Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional – Employer sponsored: Eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)
  • Subclass 407 Training visa: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)

State and territory nomination for Dog or Horse Racing Official

This occupation is not on the federal lists for the 190 or 491 visas, so no state or territory can nominate it. Employer-sponsored visas may still apply.

Skills assessment for Dog or Horse Racing Official

VETASSESS checks two things: that your qualification is at the right Australian (AQF) level and in a relevant field, and that you have enough relevant work experience at the right skill level. You need a positive result on both.

The process

  1. Pick the right occupation: Match your duties to the occupation description and check its VETASSESS group.
  2. Prepare documents: Qualifications, transcripts, employment references, payslips and ID as high-quality colour scans.
  3. Apply online: Create a VETASSESS account, upload documents and pay. You can change occupation free within 10 days of payment.
  4. Assessment: An officer reviews your file and may ask for more documents (you get 28 days to respond).
  5. Outcome: Download your outcome letter and use it for your EOI and visa.

What you need for this occupation

VETASSESS sets the criteria for this occupation. Requirements usually cover qualification level and field, any registration or licence, and in some cases work experience and English.

Documents checklist

  • Passport bio page
  • Degree certificates and full academic transcripts
  • Employment reference letters on company letterhead (duties, dates, hours, salary)
  • Payslips, tax or bank records for each job
  • CV/résumé
  • English translations of non-English documents

Key facts

  • Fee (full assessment): AUD 1,146 from outside Australia (no GST); AUD 1,260.60 in Australia
  • Priority processing: + AUD 863 (outside Australia) / AUD 949.30 (in Australia); about 10 business days
  • Outcome valid for: 3 years from the issue date
  • Work hours that count: 20 hours or more per week
  • Validity for visas: Home Affairs generally accepts an assessment for 3 years unless the letter says otherwise

English language requirement

For the VETASSESS skills assessment

No English test required. No English test is needed for the VETASSESS skills assessment. VETASSESS checks your qualification and employment; your English is tested later, for the visa.

For the visa (189, 190 and 491)

Separately, the visa needs at least Competent English. Minimum scores for tests taken on or after 7 August 2025:

  • IELTS (Academic or General): Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0
  • PTE Academic: Listening 47, Reading 48, Writing 51, Speaking 54
  • TOEFL iBT: Listening 16, Reading 16, Writing 19, Speaking 19
  • OET: Listening 290, Reading 310, Writing 290, Speaking 330

Proficient English adds 10 points and Superior English adds 20 points in the points test.

Related occupations in unit group 4523

Frequently asked questions

What is the ANZSCO code for Dog or Horse Racing Official?

The ANZSCO code for Dog or Horse Racing Official is 452318. It is a skill level 3 occupation.

Who assesses Dog or Horse Racing Official for Australian migration?

Dog or Horse Racing Official is assessed by VETASSESS (Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services). You need a positive skills assessment before you can apply for most skilled visas.

Which Australian visas can a Dog or Horse Racing Official apply for?

Dog or Horse Racing Official is on the ROL list, so it can be used for: 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional – Employer sponsored. You must still meet every other visa requirement.

Do I need an English test for the Dog or Horse Racing Official skills assessment?

No. No English test is needed for the VETASSESS skills assessment. VETASSESS checks your qualification and employment; your English is tested later, for the visa.

Sources: Australian Bureau of Statistics ANZSCO 2022 (CC BY 4.0), Department of Home Affairs skilled occupation lists, VETASSESS and state and territory nomination pages. Checked November 2026. General information only, not migration advice. Search all ANZSCO occupations.

bottom of page