Join Our Team as Manager, Housing, Facilities & Project Management Office

• Competitive Salary: Starting at $118,265.00 per annum.
• Based: Alice Springs
• Term Type: This position is a Full-Time Fixed Term role until June 30, 2028.
• Supporting a work-life balance with:
  • Annual Leave: 6 weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
  • RDOs: Entitlement to 3.51 hours for each pay period (for 76 hours worked).
  • Christmas Shutdown Gifted Leave: 3 days gifted leave between Christmas and New Year.
  • Personal Leave: Feel supported with 12 days paid personal/carers leave each year to support your health and wellbeing, or to care for a loved one when it matters most.
  • Cultural & Ceremonial Leave: Access to 10 days paid leave to attend cultural and religious obligations.
• Parental Leave:
  • 8 weeks leave for the primary caregiver
  • 2 weeks leave for the non-primary caregiver
• Study Leave: Access up to 15 days study leave to support your professional development and learning goals.
• NAIDOC public holiday: An additional public holiday to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Superannuation Benefits: Enjoy 12% employer contributions
• Meaningful Work: Be part of a team that values cultural diversity and makes a real impact in the community

About Us:

At MacDonnell Regional Council (MRC), we're proud to call the heart of Australia our home. Spanning a breathtaking 270,000 square kilometres, our region is a land of contrast and beauty—think serene waterholes, vibrant desert sands, rugged mountain ranges, and an abundance of unique flora and fauna.

Our workforce reflects the rich cultural diversity of our region, with 78% of our team being Aboriginal. We honour and respect the traditions and perspectives of our community, so understanding Aboriginal culture—or a willingness to learn—is essential.

Who We're Looking For:

Are you an experienced Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment? Do you love being the go-to person for leading Housing, Facilities and Project Management functions under the Council Services Directorate? If so, we'd love to hear from you.

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

• Extensive experience managing complex projects, housing portfolios, or facility programs.
• Tertiary qualifications in Project Management, Housing, Construction, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience in budget development, contract management and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working in or with remote Indigenous communities.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a NT Working with Children's (Ochre) card.
• Satisfactory completion of a Criminal History Check.
• Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is adaptable, collaborative, and passionate about making a difference.

Ready to Apply?

Please include a one-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how you fulfill the position requirements, along with your updated resume.

For more details, check out the Position Description or get in touch with our Director Council Services on 08 8958 9600.

Applications will remain open until Monday, 27 November 2025—so don't wait!

Important Information

To be eligible for this role, you must have valid Australian working rights. This includes Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid work visa. Relocation Allowance provided.

‘The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (cth), and s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (NT). Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants will therefore be given priority consideration and preference in selection if they meet all essential selection criteria and are suitable at the level of the position.'