Shape the Future of Higher Education. Join NTEU NT Division as an Union Industrial Organiser

• Level 6 - $112,275 to $123,082
• Additional 17% employer superannuation
• Rewarding career with a progressive organisation

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the world of tertiary education? The National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU) NT Division is looking for a passionate and skilled Union Industrial Organiser to join our team. This is your chance to play a key role in advocating for university staff, resolving workplace issues, and driving capacity building initiatives within a dynamic, progressive organisation, where you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future working lives for academic and general staff in NT Universities.

The successful candidate will be based at the Casuarina campus of Charles Darwin University in Darwin.

Why Join Us?

• Salary Range: Union Industrial Organiser - Level 6 ($112,275 to $123,082) (plus an additional 17% employer superannuation).
• One full-time, ongoing role.
• Support and empower university staff across NT universities and associated organisations.

The National Tertiary Education Union covers staff employed in universities, associated companies, research institutes, TAFE, student unions and adult and community education. The Union's membership includes Academic, General, Research and Professional staff.

Your Role:

As a Union Industrial Organiser, you'll find yourself at the heart of our progressive organisation, dedicated to advocating for the rights and interests of workers in the tertiary education sector. You'll be instrumental in providing industrial support to members, participating in collective bargaining, engaging in developing organising, recruitment, and campaign activities, as well as maintaining and servicing vital networks of workplace reps and activists.

We understand the importance of supporting our team members and offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where every individual is valued and empowered to make a difference.

You will bring:

If you're passionate about union principles and have experience in industrial, organising, advocacy, and campaigning, we want to hear from you. We're looking for candidates with relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent, along with the drive to effect positive change in the tertiary education industry.

Take the next step in your career and be part of a team that's committed to making a difference.

How to Apply:

Applications addressing the requirements of the position plus the names and contact details of two referees, should be addressed to the NT Division Secretary, Dr Rajeev Sharma.

Apply now by visiting: https://nteu.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies/ & enter ref code: 6899627. Applications close COB on Monday, 29 June 2026.

Diversity Matters

NTEU is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be given priority consideration.

Join us in shaping a fairer, more equitable future for higher education.