Project Manager National Firearms Register
Northern Territory Government | Darwin (Hybrid considered)
About the role
Lime Recruitment is currently working with the Northern Territory Government to source an experienced Project Manager for a 12 month contract to deliver the National Firearms Register (NFR) initiative as part of the Northern Territory Police Force (NTPF) Digital Transformation Program.
This high-profile project supports a nationally coordinated approach to firearms management, enabling near real-time information sharing across law enforcement agencies to improve community safety and policing capability.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Program Director within the Digital Transformation Program, you will:
* Provide leadership and coordination for the delivery of the National Firearms Register project
* Manage multiple project streams and ensure alignment with program governance frameworks
* Prepare high-quality project documentation, reports and governance materials
* Build and maintain strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders
* Represent the Northern Territory's interests in national meetings and working groups
* Identify and manage project risks, dependencies and issues to ensure successful delivery
Skills and Experience
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Minimum five (5) years' experience working in a policing, law enforcement or justice-sector environment, or on projects within such agencies
* Demonstrated experience managing ICT-enabled business change or data-uplift projects
* Strong stakeholder management, governance and communication skills
* Proven ability to deliver projects involving multiple agencies or complex interdependencies
* High-level written, interpersonal and presentation skills
Desirable
* Formal qualifications in project management or a related discipline
* Knowledge of firearms legislation or national firearms agreements
* Familiarity with policing or government data or case management systems
Other Details
* Contract length: 12 months (extensions possible)
* Location: Darwin, NT (hybrid arrangements may be considered for the right candidate)
* Clearances: National Police Check (mandatory), PF166 clearance (or ability to obtain)
* Rate: Market rates
Why apply through Lime Recruitment?
Enjoy two pay runs per week without contractor fees. As a Queensland-owned agency, we offer personalised service and are a Tier 1 supplier to the Queensland and Northern Territory Governments. Awarded Australia's top-performing small agency in 2021 and 2022, with a finalist spot in 2023. Partner with Lime for genuine, experienced, friendly recruiters dedicated to securing the best opportunities for you. Apply now or contact Cassandra Manthey on or to find out more