Located in Jabiru, the heart of Kakadu National Park!

About our region

West Arnhem Regional Council covers an area of almost 50,000 km2 of stunning natural landscape in the western part of Arnhem Land, Northern Territory.

More than two-thirds of the region’s population of just over 6,000 identify as Aboriginal Australians, who reside in a collection of towns, communities, and outstations. Council provides a range of local government services to five towns and communities across five wards, with many popular tourist destinations.

The role

The Trades Officer will deliver safe, efficient, and effective hands-on labourer activities to assist Council in the delivery of services to the communities. Activities may include painting, housing maintenance, landscaping, and minor plumbing repairs.

About you

Proven experience in painting, minor plumbing repairs, housing maintenance, landscaping, and multi-skilled across a broad range of maintenance activities.

Experience using small plant and equipment, e.g., mower, bobcat, whipper snipper and chainsaw.

You will receive

Remuneration Package $77,952 – $84,244 (including salary $68,368 - $73,886)

6 weeks paid annual leave

12% superannuation

17.5% Leave loading

Relocation assistance

Remote locality allowance

Subsided accommodation with essential furnishings included

Study assistance

Free uniforms

Employee Assistance Program

HOW TO APPLY

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Type West Arnhem Regional Council into your web browser and apply directly on our website.

You must have full working rights to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

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