Night Patrol Field Officer

Job No: 13128

Location: Katherine, NT

About the Organisation

The Victoria Daly Shire Council became an entity on the 1st July 2008 through the amalgamation of 8 Northern Territory community councils covering an area of 168,000sqkm an area, approximately twice the size of Tasmania. Council's aim is to strengthen its communities with local people delivering shire services to their own communities with the skills and knowledge of their own culture, community and people.

Victoria Daly Shire is less than a year old, so Council currently recruiting people who share their vision to help develop the brand new organisation.

About the Katherine region

Katherine, with a population of over 10,000, is situated 300 km southeast of Darwin in the "Top End", the third largest community in the Northern Territory. The Region offers an abundance of experiences, boasting many natural attractions while providing a diverse outdoor and outback lifestyle for its residents.

Katherine is a naturally stunning part of the Top End, attracting tourists from around the world. Nitmiluk National Park near the town features many activities such as camping, swimming, fishing (lures only), sightseeing, canoeing, boat cruises and bush walk trails.

In addition to its unique natural beauty, Katherine is home to several churches, schools, sporting clubs, parks, a well kept golf course, a showground and a RAAF Base.

About the Opportunity

Victoria Daly Shire Council currently has an exciting opportunity available for a Night Patrol Field Officer in Katherine.

Reporting to the Regional Night Patrol Coordinator, this position will work closely with the communities within the Victoria Daly Shire to ensure that Night Patrols meet local community needs.

More specifically this will include (but will not be limited to):

• Ensuring the Night Patrol program operates efficiently within the communities in the region;
  
• Ensuring all Night Patrol staff are in compliance with the operational orders;
  
• Ensuring all relevant documentation is complete and submitted within the given timeframes;
• Liaising with external providers such as the NT Police;
• Ensuring that proper Occupational Health and Safety regulations are adhered to; and
  
• Other duties as directed by the Regional Night Patrol Coordinator.
  

Victoria Daly Shire Council are seeking a motivated candidate with good interpersonal skills who has a strong sense of personal integrity. Previous experience in a similar position and possession of or a willingness to obtain a St. Johns or Red Cross senior first aid certificate is essential as is a possession of a current driver's licence.

This position requires candidates with a working knowledge of Workplace Health and Safety Regulations coupled with an ability to work with limited supervision.

A couple of times each month, the successful candidate will be given the opportunity to travel throughout this picturesque region. Travel may take the form of day and weekly trips, sometimes via light aircraft.

You will be rewarded for your dedication with an attractive remuneration package starting at $55, 068 plus 9% superannuation.

Victoria Daly Shire Council offers a family friendly workplace, with fantastic working conditions, including:

• Job security within this thriving council;
• Access to work vehicle for business use;
• Mobile Phone and Laptop for business use;
• 38 hour working week - generally Monday to Friday (Enjoy your free weekends!);
  
• 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading;
• 12 days personal leave;
• Up to 4 weeks study leave with reimbursement of course fees (negotiable);
• Accommodation covered on all travel trips; and
• Relocation allowance up to $5000!

The organisation truly values its employees, and actively encourages training and further study.

This pivotal community position is extremely satisfying and rewarding role and you will finish each working day knowing you have truly made a difference within the community!

If you're looking for job security in a rewarding role with outstanding benefits - Apply Now!