Positions Vacant

Chief Executive Officer

Full time - Contract

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Corporate Services Manager

Full time - Permanent

Coomalie Community Government Council (est.1991) is a progressive Northern Territory Shire Council, situated one hour’s drive south of Darwin. The Council governs an area of 2064 km² and has an estimated population of 1,406. (Source ABS 2021 Census).

The Coomalie Shire is the gateway to the beautiful Litchfield National Park and is full of heritage sites including the famous Rum Jungle mine and WWII historical sites for exploration.

Working within the Executive Unit, the Corporate Services Manager will manage all front-line corporate administration services incorporating Councils core local government business including the delivery of governance coordination, finance management, human resource management; risk management and audit; WHS; customer service and records management.

The Position Description, including selection criteria, is available by calling Council on 8976 0058 or on Council’s website here.

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact the Chief Executive Officer on 0413 805 877.

Applications that outline clear details of skills and experience, work history and referees should be sent to the Chief Executive Officer at Coomalie Council by 4:00pm on Friday 30^th October 2026.

Salary $132,000 including superannuation.

Postal Address:  PO Box 20, Batchelor NT 0845

Email:                         ceo@coomalie.nt.gov.au. 

 

Russell Anderson

Chief Executive Officer

People and Culture Coordinator

Full Time

(flexible working arrangements available)

Level 8/9

 

Working within the Corporate Services unit, the People and Culture Coordinator will be responsible for the provision of People and Culture advice and delivery of internal services to managers and employees across Council, specifically relating to Human Resources Management, Organisational Culture and Governance, and Workplace Health and Safety.

 

The Position Description is to download here. 

 

Applications that address the Selection Criteria, outline work history and relevant experience and referees should be sent to human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au .

 

Postal Address:  PO Box 20, Batchelor NT 0845

Email:                         human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au

Council reserves the right not to make an appointment. 

 

Russell ANderson

Chief Executive Officer

RANGER AND LAND MANAGEMENT COORDINATOR

Full Time (temp 12-month contract)

COUNCIL SERVICES TEAM

Grade 7

Working within the Council Services unit, the Ranger and Land Management Coordinator (Temporary Full‑Time, 12‑month contract) will coordinate and ensure compliance in implementing Council’s core business of animal and land management obligations under various legislative requirements, Council policies and the planning framework.

The role will lead the development and delivery of natural resource management work programs for roads, waste management, cemeteries, parks and gardens, animal control and other land management activities on all Council‑controlled lands throughout the Coomalie Region.

As part of Council's recruitment process, successful applicants will undergo pre- employment assessments, which may include a medical.

We are an inclusive employer that values diversity and wellbeing, offering up to 5 weeks of annual leave to support work life balance.

A Position Description is available here and further details are available via Council's People and Culture Coordinator on 8976 0058 or human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

To apply, please forward your resume along with cover letter addressing the selection criteria to human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

Council reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Natasha Chapman

Acting Chief Executive Officer

FULL-TIME MUNICIPAL SUPERVISOR

COUNCIL SERVICES TEAM (perm position)

Grade 4/5

Working within the Council Services Unit, the Municipal Supervisor will assist the unit by overseeing the daily management and supervision of the Municipal Works Team.

The position will ensure the delivery of Council’s services to the community are undertaken in a timely and professional manner, whilst supporting the municipal works team in its daily and long-term planning. It will provide support for the Council and Community Services Manager and Ranger and Land Management Coordinator. The position will also oversee the WHS practices of the Municipal Works Team and ensure operations are conducted in a safe and compliant manner.

As part of Council's recruitment process, successful applicants will undergo preemployment assessments, which may include a medical.

We are an inclusive employer that values diversity and wellbeing, offering up to 5 weeks of annual leave to support work life balance.

A Position Description is available here and further details are available via Council's People and Culture Coordinator on 8976 0058 or human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

To apply, please forward your resume along with cover letter addressing the selection criteria to human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

Council reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Natasha Chapman

Acting Chief Executive Officer

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

CASUAL POOL LIFEGUARD

COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM

Grade 4

Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitable persons who are willing to act as a

Pool Lifeguard on a temporary, as-required basis. Applicants must be available at short notice

and willing to work some weekend shifts.

Hours of operations:

Monday 6:30am - 8:30am and 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Thursday 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Friday 6:30am - 8:30am and 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Saturday 1:00pm - 6:00pm

Sunday 12:00pm - 6:00pm

Duties include:

• Completion of Pool Testing
• Supervision of all patrons within the facility
• Interaction with the patrons
• Pool balancing as required

Required Qualifications, or a willingness to achieve:

• Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
• HLTAID009 Provide CPR (updated within the last 12 months)
• Current Pool Lifeguard Certificate
• Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card)
• Current Police Check

A Position Description is available here and further details are available via Council's People

and Culture Coordinator on 8976 0058 or human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

To apply, please forward your resume along with a cover letter addressing the selection

criteria to human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

Council reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Natasha Chapman

Acting Chief Executive Officer

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

CASUAL MUNICIPAL OFFICER

COUNCIL SERVICES TEAM

Grade 3

Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from suitable persons who are willing to act as a

Municipal Officer on a temporary, as-required basis. Applicants must be available at short

notice and willing to work some weekend shifts.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential Selection Criteria

• Previous experience with plant and machinery
• Time management skills and good work ethics
• C Class Driver’s License
• Mechanical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and having the ability to communicate with the public
• General understanding of Work Health and Safety legislation and ability to assess and approach in a responsible manner, safety of self and others
• Reliability, punctuality and being a good team player in a small team
• Ability to obtain a NT Police Check
• Ability to obtain a NT Ochre Card

Desirable Selection Criteria

• Senior First Aid Certificate (or ability to obtain the Certificate)
• Previous experience with tasks such as irrigation, slashing, spraying and road maintenance
• Good knowledge of the Coomalie region
• Heavy Rigid Driver’s License
• Chainsaw Operators certificate
• Tractor Operators certificate
• Chemical Handling certificate
• Temporary Traffic Management (STLI) certificate

Physical Demands

• Ability to work in hot humid conditions
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to assess and perform safe manual handling practices

A Position Description is available here and further details are available via Council's People

and Culture Coordinator on 8976 0058 or human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

To apply, please forward your resume along with a cover letter addressing the selection

criteria to human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

Council reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Natasha Chapman

Acting Chief Executive Officer

Community Services Officer, Part-time

Community Services Team

Grade 4

Coomalie Community Government Council is seeking expression of interest for a suitably qualified and experienced applicant to fill the part-time position of Community Services Officer within the Community Services team.

The Community Services Officer assists with all functions within the business unit, not limited to Library Services; Sport and Recreation including Pool Lifeguard; Council Events; and Information Communication Technology Support.

As part of Council's recruitment process, successful applicants will undergo preemployment assessments, which may include a medical.

We are an inclusive employer that values diversity and wellbeing, offering up to 5 weeks of annual leave to support work life balance.

A Position Description is available here and further details are available via Council's People and Culture Coordinator on 8976 0058 or human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

To apply, please forward your resume along with cover letter addressing the selection criteria to human.resources@coomalie.nt.gov.au.

Council reserves the right not to make an appointment.

Natasha Chapman

Acting Chief Executive Officer