Regional Manager Operations

Full-Time Permanent Position (38 hours per week)

Local Government is well known for our commitment to work-life balance, and here at Barkly Regional Council we are no different. With no traffic to contend with on your daily commute and reasonable work hours Monday to Friday along with 6 weeks annual leave you will have no excuse for not committing to work-life balance.

About the Barkly Region

The Barkly Region covers more than 320,000 km2 stretching from the old Telegraph Station at Barrow Creek in the south to the historical droving township of Newcastle Waters in the north. Located approximately 1000km south of Darwin and 500km north of Alice Springs. Tennant Creek has a population of 3,252 and is the largest town in the region.

Living in the Barkly

Learn about the local cultural at Nyinkka Nyunyu Art and Culture Centre, spend the day kayaking at Tingkkarli (Lake Mary Ann), or take a walk around the peculiar rock formations of Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles) or use your leisure time from work and take a 4WD adventure into the Davenport Ranges. There is lots to discover in the Barkly Region. With some of the most beautiful landscapes in Australia and easy access to several of Australia's tourism icons. It's safe to say your life will be a breeze whilst living in the Barkly.

About us

The Barkly Regional Council is the second-largest Local Government by land mass in Australia. The estimated population of the Barkly Regional Council is 6,316 spread over 7 communities (2 regional towns and 5 remote communities). Employing 250 staff, of whom 67% are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, we are committed to delivering services for residents of the region.

About the Role

Barkly Regional Council is seeking a dynamic and experienced Regional Manager Operations to lead the delivery of municipal and commercial services across our communities.

Reporting to the Chief of Operations, this pivotal role is responsible for managing teams in remote Service Centres and overseeing key services such as waste management, parks and open spaces, animal welfare, and internal roads. You'll be planning, developing, and reporting on projects and initiatives that are aligned with Council's strategic objectives—making a lasting impact in some of the Territory's most unique and culturally rich communities.

The Essentials

• Extensive experience in a similar role managing staff with a demonstrated ability to mentor and develop team members to foster independence and increase local ownership of the service.
• Extensive experience in managing budgets, financial procedures, and reporting.
• Ability to contribute to Annual, Strategic and Business Plans.
• Ability to manage and oversee Commercial contracts and project activities.
• Work Safely in the Construction Industry (White Cars) (CPCWHS1001).
• Driver's Licence.
• National Police Criminal History Check.
• Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card – Northern Territory)

About You

• You have strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate diverse teams.
• You have a practical mindset with creative problem-solving abilities.
• You are enthusiastic about community engagement and making a local impact.

The Finer Details

• Full-Time Temporary position paying Above EBA Award Classification of the Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2023.
• Annual Salary of $137,000.00 per annum ($5,269.23 gross per fortnight).
• 12% Superannuation.
• Annual Leave of 6 weeks paid with 17.5% Leave Loading.
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
• Subsidised housing may be included.
• Relocation Assistance of up to $5,000.00 may be available for external applicants.

To apply for your new adventure, submit an Expression of Interest covering the Essential Criteria along with your up-to-date Resume to

Need more information contact Natrisha Barnett on

Applications Close 5:00 pm, Wednesday 27th August 2025.

Barkly Regional Council requires that all applicants have a National Criminal History Check. You will be required to provide a recent National Criminal History Check prior to any offer of employment.

Barkly Regional Council requires the applicant to be able to produce or be able to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card – Northern Territory) prior to commencement.

Interviews may be scheduled before the closing date and as applications are received.

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, and we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone.

Any application from outside of Australia that does not clearly show that the applicant has full Australian working rights will be automatically rejected.