* About the Role
Barkly Regional Council is seeking an experienced and reliable Works Supervisor to oversee the manual and mechanical operations of our Wutunugurra depot and community. This hands-on role involves managing public spaces, hygiene facilities (rubbish and sewage), roads, river crossings, drainage, and general Council infrastructure.
The Works Supervisor ensures tasks are completed efficiently, staff are supported and trained, and Council resources are managed responsibly, all while promoting a safe and professional work environment.
- The Essentials
* Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal Culture and Aboriginal issues.
* Previous experience in municipal services.
* Previous experience in a supervisor role.
* Driver's Licence.
* National Police Criminal History Check.
* Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card – Northern Territory).
* CPCWHS1001 Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Card).
* About You
* You are a practical and motivated leader with experience supervising staff and managing manual operations.
* You are confident in operating and maintaining heavy plant and machinery.
* You have strong organisational skills to manage schedules, stock and resources effectively.
* The Finer Details
* Full-Time Permanent position paying Level 6 Pay Point 1 Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2024.
* Annual Salary of $80, $3,107.87 gross per fortnight).
* 12% Superannuation.
* Annual Leave of 6 weeks paid with 17.5% Leave Loading.
* Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
* Additional INFO
No Employer-Provided Housing: The employee will be responsible for finding, renting, and paying for their own accommodation.
Barkly Regional Council requires that all applicants have a National Criminal History Check. You will be required to provide a recent National Criminal History Check prior to any offer of employment.
Barkly Regional Council requires the applicant to be able to produce or be able to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card – Northern Territory) prior to commencement.
Interviews may be scheduled before the closing date and as applications are received.
We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, and we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone.
Any application from outside of Australia that does not clearly show that the applicant has full Australian working rights will be automatically rejected.
- Apply
To apply for your new adventure, submit an Expression of Interest covering the Essential Criteria, along with your up-to-date Resume, to
Need more information, contactKeith Hamelinkon
Applications Close at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, 22 October 2025.