Senior Director, Aquatic Resources

2 days ago

Darwin city centre, Northern Territory, Australia Northern Territory Government Full time
Executive Contract Officer 1 - Remuneration Package $226,322
Department of Agriculture and Fisheries
Darwin
One full time vacancy fixed for up to 4 years is available.
Join our dynamic Northern Territory's Fisheries team and lead with purpose to shape the future of fisheries and aquaculture in the Northern Territory.
Fisheries NT delivers evidence-based management of fish stocks and the sustainable development of fishing, aquaculture and seafood businesses.
As stewards of a public resource, the team aims to protect the NT's aquatic resources whilst maximising social and economic benefits to the local community. This is achieved through management actions that consider and provide opportunities and benefits for the Aboriginal, commercial, recreational and fishing tourism sectors.
As Senior Director, Aquatic Resources , you will provide strategic leadership that bridges science and public policy in the management of complex, multi-sector fisheries. You will oversee NT Fisheries' licensing, management, and research functions, building strong local, national, and international partnerships to drive performance and innovation.
You will lead the development and implementation of operational frameworks that ensure effective compliance, high-quality service delivery, and agile responses to evolving industry and environmental needs.
To succeed, you will be an accomplished executive with a proven record of guiding regulatory organisations through complex and politically sensitive challenges. You excel at turning strategic goals into streamlined workflows, effective processes, and measurable results. Your leadership style fosters collaboration, innovation, and accountability, and with the proven ability to manage resources within budget while achieving high-impact outcomes.
This is an opportunity to shape policy and practice at the highest level, protecting and enhancing the Northern Territory's aquatic resources for future generations while leading a dedicated and highly skilled team.
Living in Darwin
This is a great time to consider moving to the Territory and experiencing the uniqueness of living and working in Darwin. Enjoy an enviable tropical lifestyle, a work life balance that allows you time to explore the stunning landscapes and tourist attractions of the region. Experience amazing sunsets, ocean views and sandy beaches, spectacular lightening displays and a rich multicultural society and community spirit. All of this makes Darwin a great place to live, work and play. Relocation assistance may be available to successful applicants.
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Fisheries acknowledges the importance of sea country to Aboriginal people, and we are working with Aboriginal communities to support their participation in the seafood industry, marine resource management, and protection of aquatic resources.
For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Matt Osborne, Senior Executive Director on
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Quote vacancy number: 12808
Closing date: 11/09/2025
Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit

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