Senior Council Services Coordinator
Job No:
81598
Location:
Borroloola, NT
- Pivotal leadership role with a growing Local Government
- Attractive remuneration negotiable with experience
- Additional benefits including accommodation, use of a company vehicle, phone, ipad and laptop for work purposes
About the Organisation
Roper Gulf Regional Council provides a range of services over an area that spans 185,000 sq km (80% the size of Victoria) that covers the region east and southeast of Katherine, Northern Territory. The total estimated resident population of the region is 6,919.
Roper Gulf Regional Council incorporates eleven main communities and delivers services such as: Council Administration; Waste Management; Municipal Services; Sport & Recreation; Aged Care; Child Care; Youth Services and Juvenile Diversion; Libraries; RJCP Programs; Power, Water and Sewerage Maintenance; Repairs and Maintenance and Tenancy Management; Night Patrol, Civil Works, and many more.
The Council’s mission statement is: “Working as one towards a better future through effective use of all resources”. This serves to give strategic direction to Council’s service delivery and its partnerships with the NT and Australian Governments and other stakeholders.
The overall vision of Roper Gulf Regional Council is to be a sustainable, viable and vibrant leader in improving the quality of family and community life in the Northern Territory.
About the Opportunity
Roper Gulf Regional Council (RGRC) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Council Service Coordinator to join their Council Services team in Borroloola, NT, on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Area Manager Council Services, you will be responsible for coordinating the effective delivery of core municipal services under the Council Services Directorate Operational Plan.
Some of your key duties will include:
- Overseeing the core services delivery model across Borroloola;
- Actively managing the workforce employed to deliver Council Services programs;
- Maintaining and implementing work plans for each program as directed;
- Establishing and maintaining positive and effective working relationships with all Council work teams and relevant government agency officers; and
- Contributing to the achievement of objectives outlined in Council's strategic plan and regional plan.
To be considered, you must have a demonstrated record of achievement in the delivery of local government or community services and successful completion of small projects. With a strong operational background, you will be able to effectively plan activities across a range of locations for a period in excess of one month. In addition, any experience gained in plant operation in a civil construction context would be advantageous.
Roper Gulf Regional Council is seeking someone with exceptional organisational skills, who can effectively coordinate and manage a team, and a number of projects simultaneously. With well developed interpersonal and communication skills, you will be able to liaise with a wide variety of employees and external stakeholders, ensuring strong working relationships are established.
Candidates with an awareness of issues affecting Indigenous communities in remote locations would be well suited to this position, equipping you with the ability to communicate and negotiate effectively with Indigenous people.
A current 'C' and 'LR' Driver's Licence and a Working with Children Clearance Notice (OCHRE Card) are essential to be considered for this position. You will also be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and update each year as required. Please note, some out of hours work, including occasional travel to remote communities requiring overnight stays will be required.
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About the Benefits
This role offers a proven leader the chance to define their career working with a young Local Government within one of the most spectacular and iconic environments in Australia. If you’re looking for a change of pace, a change of lifestyle or a new adventure, this is the job for you!
You will be rewarded for your hard work and dedication with an attractive salary, negotiable based on experience. In addition, accommodation will also be provided to make your move as easy as possible.
You'll be equipped with the 'tools of the trade' to help you manage your role, which includes a company vehicle (for work and for private use), as well as a phone, ipad and laptop to fulfil your work requirements. You’ll also enjoy flexible working conditions, study leave, opportunities for personal development and 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading, ensuring you’ll make the most of your time in this corner of the NT.
This is an excellent opportunity to take the lead in your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in a stunning outback location. Make a positive difference - Apply Now!
Applications will close at 4.00pm, AEST on Monday 8 August
Prior to employment with Roper Gulf Regional Council you must obtain the following:
- Undertake a new criminal history check at commencement of employment with RGRC;
- At commencement of employment hold a current Working with Children Clearance Notice (OCHRE Card) or provide an application receipt for an exemption to be approved by SAFE NT prior to commencing; and
- Be an Australian Resident or provide the current, relevant Visa to work within Australia.