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OSCA 2024 · 462531 · Skill level 3

Dog and Horse Racing Official: OSCA 462531

ABS OSCA 2024 v1.0 · visa lists checked 21 October 2026

Dog and Horse Racing Official is OSCA 2024 code 462531. It corresponds to ANZSCO 452318 Dog and Horse Racing Official, which is on the ROL. Visa lists still use the ANZSCO code.

ANZSCO equivalent

ANZSCO code for OSCA 462531

Skilled visa lists still use ANZSCO codes, so this is the code that decides your visa options.

The job

What a dog and horse racing official does

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

Skill level 3: Certificate IV, or Certificate III with at least 2 years of on-the-job training, or 3 years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

Also known as

  • Race Steward

Specialisations

  • Handicapper (Racing)

Main tasks

Main tasks

  • Coordinates and directs horse or dog racing events
  • Enforces racing rules and regulations
  • Interprets racing rules and regulations for participants and spectators
  • Monitors race conditions and makes decisions regarding race cancellations or delays
  • Inspects racing facilities to ensure safety and compliance with regulations
  • Coordinates with veterinary staff to ensure the health and welfare of racing animals
  • Reviews race results and resolves any disputes or issues

Unit group 4625

Other occupations in Sports Officials and Umpires

Questions

OSCA 462531: common questions

What is the OSCA code for dog and horse racing official?
The OSCA 2024 code is 462531 (Dog and Horse Racing Official), skill level 3. OSCA is the Australian Bureau of Statistics occupation classification released on 6 December 2024.
What is the ANZSCO code for OSCA 462531?
ANZSCO 452318 Dog and Horse Racing Official. "In part" means only some of that ANZSCO occupation moved to this OSCA code.
Is Dog and Horse Racing Official on Australia's skilled occupation lists?
The lists use ANZSCO codes. ANZSCO 452318 Dog and Horse Racing Official is on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), according to the Home Affairs list checked on 21 October 2026.
Does Home Affairs use OSCA codes for visas?
Not yet. As of 21 October 2026, skilled occupation lists, skills assessments and visa applications still use ANZSCO codes.

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Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, OSCA 2024 v1.0 (CC BY 4.0); Department of Home Affairs, checked 21 October 2026. General information only, not immigration advice.

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