Planning today, delivering tomorrow
Full-Time - Permanent Position (38 hours per week)

Local Government is well known for our commitment to work-life balance, and here at Barkly Regional Council we are no different. With no traffic to contend with on your daily commute and reasonable work hours Monday to Friday along with 6 weeks annual leave you will have no excuse for not committing to work-life balance.

About the Barkly Region
The Barkly Region covers more than 320,000 km2 stretching from the old Telegraph Station at Barrow Creek in the south to the historical droving township of Newcastle Waters in the north. Located approximately 1000km south of Darwin and 500km north of Alice Springs. Tennant Creek has a population of 3,252 and is the largest town in the region.

Living in the Barkly
Learn about the local cultural at Nyinkka Nyunyu Art and Culture Centre, spend the day kayaking at Tingkkarli (Lake Mary Ann), or take a walk around the peculiar rock formations of Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles) or use your leisure time from work and take a 4WD adventure into the Davenport Ranges. There is lots to discover in the Barkly Region. With some of the most beautiful landscapes in Australia and easy access to several of Australia’s tourism icons. It’s safe to say your life will be a breeze whilst living in the Barkly.

Facilities
Tennant Creek has a well-stocked IGA and several other specialist retail businesses along with a number of cafes, pubs and clubs. Along with a private medical centre the Barkly region’s health needs are met with a 20-bed hospital located in Tennant Creek. Both a primary school and high school are located in Tennant Creek along with a new and modern Youth Centre.

About us
The Barkly Regional Council is the second-largest Local Government by land mass in Australia. The estimated population of the Barkly Regional Council is 6,316 spread over 7 communities (2 regional towns and 5 remote communities). Employing 250 staff, of whom 67% are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, we are committed to delivering services for residents of the region.

About the Role
Are you an experienced Project Manager looking to lead and deliver impactful capital and operational projects in the Barkly Region? Barkly Regional Council is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Project Manager to oversee infrastructure initiatives that support community growth and development.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with Council’s strategic objectives. Reporting to the Director of Infrastructure/Fleet, you will provide leadership, planning, and stakeholder engagement to drive successful project outcomes.

The Essentials
• Advance Diploma qualification in Project Management, Engineering or similar
• A track record of successfully managing multiple ($2 to $5 million) projects with demonstrated experience (minimum 3 years) in Project Management.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully reporting to Council, Government Departments or Board, with appropriate written and oral briefings and presentations
• Understanding or the ability to quickly become familiar with, all relevant local government, funded programs, and other relevant legislation, bylaws, and organisational policies.
• Prepare project plans that include milestones to identify risks and opportunities.
• Current Driver’s Licence with 4WD remote area skills.
• Current National Police Criminal History Check (within the last 3 months).
• Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card).

About You
• You have proven leadership and organisational skills, with a strong track record of managing multiple infrastructure and development projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• You are a skilled communicator who can build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, using your expertise to foster collaboration and drive project success.
• You are passionate about delivering high-quality infrastructure and services that enhance community wellbeing, with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by remote communities.

The Finer Details
• Full-Time - Permanent position paying Above EBA Award Agreement Classification of the Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2023.
• Annual Salary of $115,500.00 per annum ($4,442.31 gross per fortnight).
• Tennant Creek Zone Allowance of $1.89 per ordinary hour.
• 11.5% Superannuation.
• Housing subsidy of up to $330 may be available to external applicants.
• Annual Leave of 6 weeks paid with 17.5% Leave Loading.
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.

https://www.barkly.nt.gov.au/why-work-with-local-government

To apply for your new adventure, submit an Expression of Interest covering the Essential Criteria along with your up-to-date Resume to [email protected].

Need more information contact Surya Godavarthi on (08) 8962 0038.

Applications Close 5:00 pm Wednesday, 16 April 2025.

Barkly Regional Council requires that all applicants have a National Criminal History Check. You will be required to provide a recent National Criminal History Check prior to any offer of employment.

Interviews may be scheduled before the closing date and as applications are received.

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, and we are committed to
providing equal employment opportunities to everyone.

Any application from outside of Australia that does not clearly show that the applicant has full Australian working rights will be automatically rejected.