Job description
Agency Department of Mining and Energy Work unit Rum Jungle Project
Job title Team Leader Designation Technical 2
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 31/12/2029
Salary $70,859 - $79,902 Location Batchelor
Position number 44587 RTF Closing 10/03/2026
Contact officer Mark Mialszygrosz, Superintendent on or
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TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Lead and supervise a small team of Land Management Technicians to deliver practical on-site support for a range of land
management programs and activities to ensure delivery of Stage 3A of the Rum Jungle Rehabilitation Project.
Context statement
The Northern Territory Government (NTG), in partnership with the Commonwealth, have been developing a leading practice
rehabilitation strategy for the former Rum Jungle mine site since 2009. Stage 3 of the rehabilitation project will deliver the
complete construction and works program. The workplace is characterised by changing priorities, rapid turn-around times
and requires considerable resilience and flexibility.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Undertake a range of land management activities on site such as weed spraying, fire mitigation and controlled burns,
camera trapping (feral animal control), revegetation, and minor infrastructure repairs.
2. Supervise a small team of Land Management Technicians to co-ordinate the implementation of approved plans and
programs.
3. Ensure work undertaken is performed according to workplace health and safety requirements.
4. Manage the day-to-day activities of the team. Motivate the team to achieve goals, delegate tasks to team members and
have a confident work ethic.
5. Lead by example, display confidence in the task and the team itself, and instil confidence in team members.
6. Provide field support to the Health, Safety and Environment team as required to meet seasonal demand.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Certificate II in Conservation and Land Management or equivalent or relevant experience working within a land
management environment.
2. Good team leadership and participation skills.
3. Experience in providing practical support to land management projects (e.g. seed collection, propagation, erosion, and
pest (plants and animals) control) or similar field-based activities.
4. Good organisational and time management skills including the ability to plan and implement work programs within
allocated timeframes and resources.
5. Ability to identify and respond to priorities and deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
1. Good problem-solving skills including an ability to identify emerging issues and apply initiative and objective thinking to
achieve appropriate outcomes.
7. Good verbal communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to interact positively and effectively with staff.
8. Demonstrated cross cultural awareness, understanding and knowledge, including a sound understanding of cultural
sensitivities and needs in working with Aboriginal people.
9. NT drivers licence (Class C).
Further information
The recommended applicant will be required to hold an Industry White Card and First Aid or ability to obtain.