Address- Location: Numbulwar Ranger Base
- Status: Full-time
About the Role
NLC is looking to recruit for the Ranger Coordinator located in Numbulwar. The position is responsible for working closely with CFC Program staff, to ensure that the integration of Traditional Owner insights and WH&S standards are at the forefront of all land and sea management activities. Based at the Numbulwar Ranger Station this role leads and supervises the Numbulwar Ranger team and to implement their on-country work program and will be required to conduct in-depth consultations with Traditional Owners (TOs) to understand and prioritise their interests and goals for the South East Arnhem Land Indigenous Protected area.
This Coordinator role is hands on and expected to lead, coordinate and monitor the Ranger groups operational service outcomes and performance in accordance with Numbulwar ranger operational plans and NLC requirements. It also has a diverse array of key responsibilities and accountabilities across other key function such as:
- Stakeholder Relationships
- Staff Management
- Work Health and Safety
What You Will Bring:
Strong negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills.
- High level interpersonal, cross-cultural communication skills.
- Problem-solving skills and experience in dispute resolution and community liaison.
- Demonstrated experience in asset management and basic maintenance of equipment
In addition to this, you will have: -
- Minimum Certificate IV in Conservation and Land Management) or another a relevant field or extensive relevant and equivalent experience.
- Minimum of two (2) years relevant supervisory experience leading a team.
- Previous experience in undertaking TO consultations in the development of land and sea management projects, ideally with Aboriginal people.
- Current C Class Drivers Licence
For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.
What’s in it for you?
- NLC offers competitive and attractive remuneration, work life balance and a unique opportunity to support our Aboriginal communities in the NLC Region.
- This position is classified under our Enterprise Agreement at Professional Stream 2 (PO2), with a commencing base salary of $78,724 per annum.
- In addition to base salary, you will receive:
- 14% superannuation;
- District allowance starting at $5,826 per annum
- Upon completion of 12 months of service an Annual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $2,724;
- Generous leave entitlements such as 5 weeks annual leave, leaving loading, 18 days personal leave, and paid Christmas close down;
- Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 and additional Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.
Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV, a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what relevant skills and expertise you bring to the role.
If you have any further queries please contact: Peter Phillips on 0447 665 ***
Applications Close: Wednesday, 29th May, 2024.
About the NLC
Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to the work that we do here at NLC. The Northern Land Council (NLC) was established 50 years ago under the Aboriginal Land Rights (NT) Act in 1976, to assist Aboriginal people in the Top End of the NT to acquire and manage their traditional lands, waters and seas. We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples social, political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting on their lands, seas, culture and communities.
