The West Daly Regional Council covers 14,000 square kilometres and is located about 300 to 420 kilometres south-west of Darwin. The area is mainly rural, with three Indigenous communities at Peppimenarti, Nganmarriyanga and Wadeye which are managed by West Daly Regional Council (Council). Council’s vision is to work together to make a difference in the community by creating places that are respectful, peaceful and safe. The mission of Council is to walk alongside culture, country and people to build a stronger community and does it by working together, creating real opportunities and providing services and facilities that everyone can use.

Position Summary

The Homeland Maintenance Supervisor will play a critical role in overseeing and executing essential services projects, housing repairs and maintenance. This role will provide support to the Homelands Program Manager. This is a key position responsible for supervising and implementing a range of critical tasks to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of homeland properties and services. The Homelands Maintenance Supervisor directly contributes to the well-being of the homeland’s residents.

The key duties of this role include but are not limited to:

• Responsibilities include project planning, budgeting and contractor supervision.
• Ensuring that the Homeland Essential Service assets receive regular maintenance.
• Assist in developing, implementing & maintaining register for recording homelands assets.
• Undertake routine asset condition inspections condition and the serviceability.
• Assist in developing, implementing & maintaining processes for reporting faults and service requests.
• Ensuring materials and equipment are stored securely.
• Developing, implementing & maintaining a repairs and maintenance work plan to ensure compliance with the funding program objectives.
• Carrying out and/or engaging others to carry out emergency repairs.
• General repairs and maintenance of homelands dwellings and surrounding areas.
• General maintenance of parks and gardens (i.e. cutting lawns, planting and pruning trees).
• Regular provision of waste removal services for surrounding outstations.
• Regular provision of waste removal services, maintenance of essential municipal services.
• Other council services as and when required (subject to homelands requirements).
• Facilitate approvals and schedules of works for contractor working in homelands.
• Operate safe work practices and adhere to Council’s work health and safety policies and procedures.
• Undertake other duties commensurate with skill and experience, as directed by the manager.

About You

To be successful in the role, you must have:

• High level of communication and technical skills.
• Ability to successfully supervise a small team.
• Project management experience.
• General maintenance experience in facilities and/or machinery.
• General mechanical experience or relevant trade qualification (preferred).
• Permits to operate the machinery.
• Aerodrome Reporting Officer certification (preferred)
• Current Northern Territory Driver’s Licence (HR licence preferred).
• National Criminal History Check clearance.
• Current Working with Children/Ochre Card.

Why Join Our Growing Team?

• Generous salary $85,912.23 to $91,541.06 based on experience and qualifications
• 11.5% Superannuation
• Heavily subsidised accommodation
• A generous relocation package up to $5000 subject to Council Relocation Assistance Policy
• Generous leave entitlements including six weeks annual leave
• 1 additional public holiday for NAIDOC day dedicated to Council staff
• Flexible working arrangements subject to CEO's Approval
• Excellent work/life balance giving you the opportunity to explore this iconic region and much more!

Important Information

• This opportunity is open only to individuals with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider international applicants or those requiring visa sponsorship at this time.
• Only the shortlisted/Suitable applicants will be contacted for interviews as they apply.
• The position may be filled/advertisement may be closed prior to the closing date if the suitable candidate is identified.
• Our recruitment process involves a number of checks including, but not limited to, criminal history, as well as verification of qualifications, licences and right-to-work status.
• Contact our People and Culture team at [email protected] using the subject line: Homelands Maintenance Supervisor - Wadeye enquiry via EthicalJobs for the Position Description or for any further information.
• To Apply, please click the “Apply Now” button and follow the process

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander to apply for this role.

WDRC is committed to providing quality services and fostering a prosperous and sustainable future for the region. Join our team and contribute to building strong, safe, and healthy communities.