Victoria Daly Regional Council

Council Administration & Operations Support - Assistant Manager

Katherine, NT, AU

$78.6k–$81.9k
12 days ago
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Summary

Competitive Salary $78,559 – $81,887 + Super | Relocation Assistance | 6 Weeks' Leave | Remote


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Join Victoria Daly Regional Council and support operations in one of Australia’s most vibrant and culturally rich regions. Make a real difference working closely with community members in Nauiyu.


What’s in it for you:

  • Salary of $78,559 – $81,887 + super
  • Relocation assistance up to $5,000
  • Remote area allowance of $1,206.60
  • 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
  • Salary sacrifice options to boost your take-home pay
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Paid training and study leave
  • Travel allowances
  • Genuine career progression opportunities


Your Impact:

As the Council Operations Assistant Manager, you'll ensure smooth daily operations at the Nauiyu Service Delivery Centre. This is a highly visible, community-focused role where you’ll:

  • Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the Council Operations Manager
  • Step into higher duties when needed
  • Assist with quotes, purchase orders, and budget monitoring
  • Manage records, schedules, travel, meetings, and event logistics
  • Prepare reports, correspondence, and financial documents
  • Support recruitment and HR activities locally
  • Take minutes at Local Authority meetings and liaise with stakeholders
  • Promote a safe and culturally respectful workplace


What You’ll Bring:

  • Strong executive-level administration and secretarial skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • A team-first attitude and ability to work independently
  • Experience with Office 365; knowledge of Approval Max and Roubler desirable
  • Commitment to cultural sensitivity and working within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
  • Current Driver’s Licence and the ability to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card) and a recent Criminal History Check


About Victoria Daly Regional Council:

Our passion for community drives everything we do. We're building sustainable, vibrant, and diverse communities across the Northern Territory. Learn more about our work: victoriadaly.nt.gov.au


Ready to make a difference?

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