Member Services

The services provided by the VJA include: 

  • Negotiating the Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) with Racing Victoria that sets out remuneration, working conditions, licensing requirements, support services and obligations for registered jockeys.

  • Provide regular communication with members through SMS, email and electronic newsletters.

  • Assist and facilitate fit-for-purpose insurance policies for jockeys.

  • Ongoing liaison with Racing Victoria and other key industry stakeholders on matters impacting the collective VJA members.

  • Supporting the establishment, ongoing provision, and improvements of the Jockeys’ Assistance Program that provides confidential mental health and wellbeing support to members, past jockeys and their immediate family members.

  • Identifying and pursuing sponsorship opportunities to support member services.

  • Providing transition support for jockeys retiring or ceasing to ride due to injury.

  • Conducting the AGM each year for the appointment of Directors.

Contact: 

Chief Executive Officer: Matthew Hyland
Telephone: 0408 753 951
Email: matthew.hyland@vja.net.au

Operations Officer:  Matt Pumpa
Telephone: 0418 110 950
Email: Matt.pumpa@vja.net.au

Past Riders Support Officer: Des O’Keeffe
Telephone: 0412 554 155
Email: des.okeeffe@outlook.com