City of Palmerston, established in the 1980s, is the Northern Territory's youngest and second‑largest city, known for its rapidly growing satellite city and family‑friendly hub. Priding itself as a 'Place for People' and placing all we do by providing excellent services to our community.
Joining this great team provides benefits such as:
* A great team environment and culture
* Six weeks annual leave
* Paid shutdown period for Christmas and New Year
* Generous training and professional development opportunities with study leave
* Career progression opportunities, and many more.
If you are currently interstate, don't worry We have a relocation allowance upon commencement of employment.
About the Role
The Irrigation Technical Officer is responsible for planning and delivering the renewal and upgrade of City of Palmerston's irrigation management systems and infrastructure. This role provides technical guidance to the Operations Supervisor and Irrigation Maintenance Officers, while supporting a range of programs and projects that directly contribute to the city's operational effectiveness and long‑term asset sustainability.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring extensive experience in irrigation infrastructure maintenance and installation, as well as operating irrigation telemetry and commercial irrigation systems. You will also have sound knowledge of landscape maintenance practices and minor infrastructure works. A Certificate IV in Irrigation (or equivalent relevant qualification) and a current Driver's Licence are essential.
More information and key duties on the role can be found in the position description linked below.
Only those with the right to work in Australia can apply.
Applications Close: 4/01/2026
We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.
If you have any questions about this position, please email **************@palmerston.nt.gov.au
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