Senior Administrative Officer 2 Remuneration Package Range $174,191 $189,700
(including salary $148,302 - $161,628)
Water Resources Division
Palmerston, Northern Territory
One vacancy is available commencing 02/03/2026
The Department of Lands, Planning and Environment's Water Regulation branch is responsible for the administration of the Northern Territory Water Act 1992 (the Act) which provides for the investigation, allocation, use, control, protection and management of the Territory's water resource.
As the
Director Water Regulation,
you provide strategic leadership and guidance to the division and the branch responsible for managing the regulatory framework and are the principal source of information and advice, to the Executive Director and the Controller of Water Resources. Your core responsibilities include developing and improving governance arrangements, processes and procedures, managing the branches financial and human resources, and fostering collaborative relationships with government entities and stakeholders.
Your demonstrated experience working successfully in a legislative or regulatory environment and knowledge of water resource management, and administrative law will ensure the legislative responsibilities and decision-making processes withstand interrogation. Your highly developed analytical and conceptual skills, and high-level interpersonal, collaboration and influencing skills will be put to good use as you effectively negotiate with a range of audiences and stakeholders from varied cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. A current NT driver's license or ability to obtain and the capacity and ability to undertake regional and remote travel is essential.
In return for your contributions, you will be rewarded with a competitive remuneration package inclusive of 12% superannuation, 6 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, 3 day paid shutdown over Christmas, negotiable flexible work arrangements, assistance with relocation costs, and an opportunity to experience the uniqueness of living in the Northern Territory.
If you reside interstate, this could be the perfect time to consider relocating to the Territory and enjoy an enviable lifestyle in a relaxed tropical regional city. Palmerston is a thriving satellite city situated approximately 20 kilometres from Darwin and just one hour from the Litchfield National Park with its amazing waterfalls and rock pools and is a great base from which to explore the Territory.
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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Nerida Beard on or email
Quote vacancy number:
39383
Closing date:
11/01/2026
Applications should consist of a one-page summary sheet, resume / CV, copies of relevant qualifications and contact details for two well-placed referees.
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