TO APPLY, VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/why-work-here

Applicants who do not apply through our website may not be considered.

Selection criteria must be addressed as part of the application. The selection criteria can be found in the Position Description which is located on our website.

Housing and relocation assistant are available with this role.

About us:

East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) provides services to nine remote communities across East Arnhem Land. We are dedicated to promoting the power of people, protection of community and respect for cultural diversity. Working with EARC will mean that you will be part of a wider team that is passionate about the people it serves, and you’ll have access to career growth and professional development opportunities.

East Arnhem Land is home to incredibly rich Indigenous culture and boasts some of Australia’s most unique landscapes, ranging from rich red bauxite soils to pristine white sand coastlines. With activities such as fishing, boating, camping, walking and exploring the diverse vegetation and landscapes right on your doorstep, working with the EARC can offer you a great work life balance. For a full list of employee benefits please visit the ‘Employment’ page on our website here: https://www.eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/

About the role:

The Regional Coordinator - Municipal Services is responsible for supporting the effective delivery of Municipal Services across communities in the region. This includes providing advice, support, and training to the Municipal Services team, assisting Council Services Managers in Municipal Services delivery, and liaising with the Waste and Environment, and Building and Infrastructure teams to ensure quality service delivery in alignment with East Arnhem Regional Council strategic and regional plans, policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following:

Trade or tertiary qualification in a related discipline (i.e. Environmental Management, Mechanic, Horticulture, Road Plant & Machinery Operation, Training), or substantive industry experience.

Effective critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills, complemented by strong interpersonal skills, including high level written and oral communication skills.

Previous experience in facilitation, mediation, negotiation, and management, with a proven track record of effectively leading diverse teams and mentoring staff at all levels in a dynamic and cross-cultural environment.

Persuasive communication skills with the ability to develop collaborative partnerships, provide accurate and timely professional reports on services and activities and develop operational plans and guidelines.

High level office administration skills, including the use of Microsoft Office software (particularly Word, Excel and Outlook) and an ability to learn new software.

DDemonstrated experience in maintaining a safe working environment and to ensure that all Workplace, Health and Safety regulations are adhered to.

Practical experience in road construction, parks and garden maintenance, and/or other civil works.

Willingness to travel to and stay overnight in remote communities on a regular basis.

Must hold a current C Class Drivers Licence with ability to drive manual transmission vehicles.

Must hold Heavy Rigid (HR), Backhoe and Skid Steer Loader license, or the ability to obtain.

It would be desirable if you also possessed:

Previous experience living and/or working in remote Australian First Nations’ communities.

Demonstrated high level of cross-cultural awareness to ensure effective participation in a multi-cultural workplace.

Awareness of issues affecting First Nations People in Australia.

All employment with EARC is subject to the successful completion of a Criminal History Check and the ability to obtain a Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the position.

The preferred applicant must be prepared to travel and work for short periods in remote communities by various means, including 4WD vehicle and light aircraft.

A full Position Description may be obtained by visiting our website.

What you'll get in return:

Full Time Permanent employment.

Level 8 - Salary $108,274 - $114,868 (excluding superannuation contributions and locality allowance) with annual wage increase opportunities built into our EBA.

You will also benefit from 6 weeks of Annual Leave, with 17.5% leave loading.

Housing in Nhulunbuy and Relocation Assistance are available with this position.

For further information about this position please contact Signe Balodis (Director - Council Services) on: [email protected].

Applications will be received until the position is filled.

Under the EARC's Special Measures Recruitment Strategy, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.

EARC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice.

Please note that only short-listed candidates who move to the next stage in the selection process will be contacted. Please note your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes. Personal information of the candidate can be accessed by contacting [email protected].

East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.