Experienced in remote base operations?

Do you enjoy leading and developing others to achieve team success?

Live and work on unique and beautiful country, immersed in culture.

The Organisation

Mimal Land Management area sits at the geographic centre of Arnhem Land, about 250km east from Katherine. It covers an area that’s nearly as big as Kakadu National Park. The main communities and homelands in the area include Bulman, Weemol and Barrapunta (Emu Springs). About 300 people reside in Bulman and Weemol, which is located 312km northeast of Katherine on the Central Arnhem Highway.

Our country is made up of many different ecosystems that support a diverse array of plants and animals – from Ruwurrno & Rorrobo (Grassy plains) to Badno & Ngalwad (Rock country), Berrhno & Mininyburr (Woodland and Forest) and Djula & Wah (Freshwater country). Across the area are special places that have important meaning to our people, including rock art sites and spiritual places linked to our dreaming.

After a long journey Mimal gained independence and control over its land in 2017. Built on a vision of delivering benefits to country and culture for the Dalabon, Rembarrnga and Mayili landowners and people in south central Arnhem Land, we have steadily developed strong leadership in our board of directors and created a team of staff and consultants who share our vision.

Although our organisation is young, our indigenous Mimal Rangers have been carrying out land management responsibilities since the late 1990s.

The Opportunity

The Base Coordinator is a pivotal role responsible for the day-to-day leadership, coordination, and operational management of the Weemol Ranger Base.

Acting as a key communicator and facilitator, the Base Coordinator ensures that base functions, logistics, and remote work teams operate effectively to support Mimal’s programs. The role involves people management, incident response, convening meetings, communication between Base and Darwin operations, and a strong cultural understanding of working on Country.

This position plays a critical role in implementing workforce management, supporting workforce development, and the success of rangers and staff. Leading outstation work and overseeing accommodation, facilities, workshop, building works, base administration and outstation operations. Central to the role is identifying system gaps, updating processes and implementing solutions. It enables the Operations Manager to focus on activities such as Ranger Development and the implementation of the Healthy Country Plan.

The Base Coordinator will provide consistent support to Coordinators to ensure they are resourced, backed and able to deliver their responsibilities effectively.

The role is based in Bulman/Weemol, Arnhem Land, Northern Territory.

About You

Strong coordination and logistics capabilities

Experience with ranger programs and remote base operations

Proven people management and team leadership skills

Familiarity with workforce and incident management

Public speaking, stakeholder representation and group facilitation experience

High emotional intelligence and maturity

Sound computer literacy and confidence using digital tools

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Conservation/Land Management, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field

Trade qualifications would be an advantage

Working knowledge of Aboriginal Land Rights Act (NT) 1976, Native Title Act 1993, Aboriginal Land Act NT (1978), Sacred Sites Act (1979), and the Biodiversity Conservation Act (1999)

Current HR driver’s licence, 4WD off-road driving experience and basic vehicle maintenance skills

White Card, Forklift Licence or willingness to obtain

No impediments to holding a Firearm Licence or gaining clearance for an Ochre card, or customs/parks enforcement powers

Your Reward

Full Time - Ongoing

$100,000 - $110,000 pa + 12.5% Super

Salary Sacrifice

6 weeks Annual Leave + leave loading of 17.5%

Accommodation provided

Next Steps

To register your interest, click the “Apply” button, without delay.

To discuss this opportunity, or if you have questions, contact Aisla Connolly for a confidential discussion on 0448 345 483 or [email protected]