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Coordinator - Council & Essential Services

MacDonnell Regional Council

Join MacDonnell Regional Council - Make a Real Difference in Central Australia!

  • Position Title: Coordinator - Council & Essential Services
  • Competitive Salary: Starting at $93,109 per annum.
  • Based: Wallace Rockhole
  • Term Type: This position is Permanent, Full-time role

Why you'll love working here

  • Live and work in stunning Central Australia - from serene waterholes to vibrant desert sands
  • Join a diverse, culturally rich team - 78% of our workforce is Indigenous
  • Make a tangible impact in the community every single day
  • Community based housing available for non-locals

Amazing benefits you can't miss

  • 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
  • 12% superannuation contributions
  • Christmas Shutdown (3 gifted days)
  • 12 days paid personal/ carers leave
  • 10 days cultural & ceremonial leave
  • Parental leave: 8 weeks primary, 2 weeks non-primary caregiver
  • Up to 15 days study leave for professional growth
  • NAIDOC public holiday celebrating Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture

Who We're Looking For

Are you an experienced Coordinator - Council & Essential Services who thrives on challenges and loves being the go-to person for leading teams and delivering community outcomes?

You'll need:

  • Coordinate operational service delivery and administrative requirement related to municipal and commercial operations in relation to; animal management, cemetery management, internal roads maintenance, parks and open space management, waste management, weed control and hazard reduction.

  • Provide leadership, supervise and monitor Council Services staff in performance of duties.
  • Provide accurate and timely service delivery and contracts reports to Manager Council Services and Manager Commercial Services.
  • Maintain PowerWater infrastructure and respond to emergency and after-hours call-outs, including actual or potential interruptions to essential services and other critical incidents.
  • Adaptability, collaboration, and passion to make a difference

Ready to Jump In?

Send us:

  • A one-page cover letter explaining why you're perfect for this role
  • Your resume

Check out the Position Description or contact Stuart Millar, Manager Council Services at 08 8958 9600 for more info.

Applications are open until we find the perfect candidate - so act fast!

Important Info

  • Must have valid Australian working rights (citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work visa)
  • This role is a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth), and s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (NT). Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants will receive priority consideration if eligible.

Reference: 6915461
Location: Alice Springs, NT
Listed: 20 July 2026


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