Located within the Top End of the Northern Territory, the West Daly Regional Council (Council) covers 14,000 square kilometres and has a population of more than 3700 residents throughout the communities of Wadeye, Nganmarriyanga and Peppimenarti as well as the surrounding 33 homelands, a number of which are serviced by Council.   Wadeye is the largest remote community and the fifth largest town in the Northern Territory.   A young and vibrant Regional Council, our vision is to deliver quality services and support development opportunities, including local jobs for local people, along with implementing a range of strategies that will help shape a prosperous and sustainable future for the region.

We are seeking an Homelands Maintenance Officer to support the West Daly Regional Council. 

Relocation assistance up to $1500, Role Specific allowance, 6 weeks Annual Leave, Locality Allowance and heavily subsidised  accommodation will come as additional benefits to the suitable candidate.

The role Operating under the direction of the Homelands Coordinator and following Council corporate plans, policies, relevant legislation and funding requirements; this position is responsible for the delivery of services to Homelands and undertakes a range of Homeland municipal and essential services projects, including but not limited to; maintenance and repairs of water supplies, power supplies, sewage systems, landfills and other municipal services as required.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Plan and complete a range of municipal and essential services projects as required.
• Plan and undertake minor housing repairs and maintenance as required
• Oversee and support Council Trades or Contractors to ensure appropriate work outcomes are achieved
• Work cooperatively with the Homelands Coordinator to complete assigned tasks.
• Maintain high levels of communication, consultation and support to Homelands to build and maintain effective and responsive working relationships with Homelands Residences
• Plan and budget projects ensuring compliance with procurement guidelines
• Ensure plant, tools and equipment used for homeland activities are maintained in good working order
• Ensure safety for yourself and others in the workplace, engage in effective and proactive health, safety and wellbeing culture.

Candidate Profile

• Qualifications in at a minimum certificate IV or trade level or extensive relevant experience.
• Experience in essential, municipal and housing services, preferably in the Aboriginal community context.
• Ability to work remotely, unsupervised and a high level of self-reliance in an environment that is challenging.
• Permits to operate the machinery.
• Current Northern Territory Driver’s Licence (HR licence preferred).
• National Criminal History Check clearance.
• Current Working with Children/Ochre Card.
• Vaccinated against Covid-19

Council are taking a flexible approach to recruitment, with full time, short and long term opportunities available. If you are interested to know more or would like to access the Position Description, please email recruitment@westdaly.nt.gov.au. or visit our website www.westdaly.nt.gov.au/work-business/vacancies.

If you are interested in being a part of our journey to enrich the lives of those is in West Daly’s remote communities, please apply or submit a current resume and covering letter to recruitment@westdaly.nt.gov.au 

Candidates will be reviewed as they are submitted so, please don't delay in submitting you application.