Council Services Manager - Multiple Locations

Council Services Manager - Multiple Locations East Arnhem, Katherine & Northern Australia NT Management (Community Services & Development) APPLICATIONS MUST BE MADE VIA OUR WEBSITE: Applicants who do not apply through our website may not be considered. Please note that we are recruiting for multiple locations (Angurugu and Ramingining). If you have a preferred location, please specify this on your application. About us: East Arnhem Regional Council (EARC) provides services to nine remote communities across East Arnhem Land. We are dedicated to promoting the power of people, protection of community and respect for cultural diversity. Working with EARC will mean that you will be part of a wider team that is passionate about the people it serves, and you’ll have access to career growth and professional development opportunities. East Arnhem Land is home to incredibly rich Indigenous culture and boasts some of Australia’s most unique landscapes, ranging from rich red bauxite soils to pristine white sand coastlines. With activities such as fishing, boating, camping, walking and exploring the diverse vegetation and landscapes right on your doorstep, working with the EARC can offer you a great work-life balance. About the role: We are seeking a Council Services Manager (CSM) for the below locations:

• Ramingining

As a CSM you will lead and strategically manage the Council Services unit in the community to deliver efficient and effective services aligned with the East Arnhem Regional Council's goals. The CSM will foster community engagement, drive operational excellence, and nurture team development to achieve superior service delivery, environmental sustainability, and cultural responsiveness within the community. Our ideal candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications, or substantial experience in effective local service delivery, leadership and operations management.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including high-level written and oral communication skills.
• Facilitation, mediation, negotiation, and managerial skills, with an ability to relate appropriately to staff at all levels in a cross-cultural environment.
• Previous experience managing people/diverse teams, with demonstrated ability to effectively mentor, develop, support and motivate staff in a flexible and changing work environment.
• High-level office administration skills, including the use of Microsoft Office software (particularly Word, Excel and Outlook) and an ability to learn new software.
• Demonstrated experience in maintaining a safe and effective working environment.
• A current C Class Drivers Licence, with the ability to drive manual transmission vehicles.

The following would also be viewed favourably:

• Previous experience living and/or working in a remote First Nations community within Australia.
• Heavy Rigid (HR), Backhoe and Skid Steer Loader license, or the ability to obtain.
• Trade or tertiary qualifications or substantive industry experience in a related discipline (i.e. environment management, mechanic, horticulture, plant operations, and/or training).
• Demonstrated high level of cross-cultural awareness to ensure effective participation in a cross-cultural workplace.
• Awareness of issues affecting First Nations People in Australia.

All employment with EARC is subject to the successful completion of a Criminal History Check and ability to obtain a Working with Children Clearance. Criminal history will not exclude an applicant unless it is relevant to the position. A full Position Description may be obtained by visiting our website. What you'll get in return: Full Time Permanent employment Level 8 – Salary $108,274 - $114,868 (excluding super and locality allowance) plus an additional Council Services Manager Allowance of $7,000 per year. You will also benefit from 6 weeks Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading. Housing and Relocation Assistance are available with these positions. Applications will be received until both of the positions are filled. Under the EARC's Special Measures Recruitment Strategy, eligible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. EARC reserves the right to close or withdraw vacancies before the advertised closing date, or extend the closing date, without prior notice. Thank you for your application for a position with East Arnhem Regional Council. Please note that only short-listed candidates who move to the next stage in the selection process will be contacted. Please note your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes. East Arnhem Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Council Service Manager?
• How many years of people management experience do you have?
• Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
• Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
• Do you have experience working in remote areas?
• Have you completed a qualification in management?
• How many years' experience do you have as a machine operator?

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