Regional Council Operations Manager

• Earn an attractive remuneration package of $114,612 per annum 
• Benefit from a comprehensive range of perks
• Remote area allowance, salary sacrifice options
• 6 weeks of annual leave plus 10 days of personal leave, and more!

Our passion for community is at the heart of everything we do

Our vision is to be a leader within the Australian Local Government and develop a broad range of strategies that will help shape our vision for the region through excellent service delivery and community engagement. We also aim to build one of Australia's most sustainable, vibrant, and diverse regions. Victoria Daly Regional Council runs a range of programs to engage the Indigenous communities.

For more information, please visit our website: https://www.victoriadaly.nt.gov.au/

How you’ll make a difference

Victoria Daly Regional Council is looking for a full-time Regional Council Operations Manager based in Katherine, NT. 

As part of the Operations Team the Regional Council Operations Manager will work in conjunction with the Director of Operations to develop and implement specific Operational plans

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement specific operational plans ensuring policies and strategic objectives are well understood and executed.
• Monitor and review Operations; KPI's to ensure strategic objectives are met within communities.
• Set performance indicators for direct reports and measure against performance   
• Be a role model for effective and positive leadership which is ethical, results driven and future orientated. 
• Share collective responsibility for delivering organisational objectives through active engagement and collaboration with employees at all levels in the organisation
• Provide ongoing feedback, mentoring, advice and coaching to Council Operations Managers supporting skill development, continuous improvement and increased competencies
• Be able to travel, assist and relieve in Community positions as required, creating a climate in which people are driven to do their best. 

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As the Victoria Daly region has a large Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander population, you will need to ensure cultural sensitivity and awareness across all activities.

Additionally, you will join with the following skills and background:

• Tertiary qualifications in a related discipline (desirable)
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and develop staff from a range of skill levels and diverse cultural background 
• Proven high level skills in oral and written communication
• Ability to work with limited supervision and direction
• Experience in remote Indigenous Communities( desirable)
• Sound knowledge of the principles of Work, Health and Safety

As the ideal candidate, possessing excellent interpersonal communication skills, the ability to multitask and negotiate, and a professional approach to problem-solving are key. This role is for someone adaptable, flexible, and capable of meeting deadlines, making them a perfect fit for our dynamic team environment.

A rewarding role - in more ways than one

The successful candidate will enjoy rewarding work in a part of the world rarely seen by outsiders. 

 You will also receive access to a range of additional generous perks, including:

• Remote area allowance of $1,206.60 per annum
• Salary sacrifice options available - increase your take-home pay
• 6 weeks of Annual Leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
• 10 days of Personal Leave
• Travel allowances
• Flexible working arrangements
• Paid training and study leave
• Ongoing professional development opportunities 

Ready to Apply?

Are you experienced in leadership and are looking for a role where you can support diverse programs and remote communities?

Apply Now!

The closing date for this position is 26th of February 2025.