Senior Training Officer

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 Tennant Creek

Tennant Creek is the main service hub for the Barkly Region, offering convenient access to everyday essentials and lifestyle amenities. The town features a well-stocked IGA, a range of specialist retail outlets, hardware and auto stores, as well as cafés, pubs, and clubs that bring the community together. It also serves as a vital connection point for surrounding remote communities, providing access to goods, services, and transport.

Tennant Creek supports the region's health needs with a 20-bed public hospital and a private medical centre. Education is well provided for, with both a primary school and high school in town, along with childcare and early learning services. The new, modern Youth Centre delivers programs and support for young people, and there are a number of sporting clubs, arts programs, and cultural initiatives that reflect the region's strong Aboriginal heritage. With regular flights to Alice Springs and Darwin, Tennant Creek offers a balanced lifestyle for those seeking meaningful work in a vibrant outback setting.

About the Role

Barkly Regional Council is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Training Officer to play a leading role in building a strong learning culture across our organisation. This role is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering training and development programs that support staff capability, compliance, and career growth.

Working collaboratively with managers and employees, you will design targeted learning solutions, manage induction and training plans, and coordinate apprentice and trainee programs. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on workforce development while supporting Council's vision of empowering future generations of the Barkly.

The Essentials

• Significant experience in training and development or a similar role, with proven ability to design, implement, and deliver training needs analysis, learning and development plans, and face-to-face programs.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to consult, liaise, influence, and provide advice and education to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent organisational skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing and changing priorities to meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality customer service.
• Comprehensive knowledge, or the ability to quickly acquire knowledge, of Council processes, policies, and systems.
• Proficiency in computer systems, including ELMO HRIS and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently while engaging collaboratively with management and colleagues.
• Commitment to uphold Council's Code of Conduct, Work, Health and Safety, and Equal Opportunity policies.
• Driver's Licence.
• National Police Criminal History Check.
• Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card – Northern Territory).

About You

• You have strong interpersonal, consultation, and facilitation skills.
• You have excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• You are committed to high standards of service, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

The Finer Details

• Full-Time Permanent position paying Level 8 Pay Point 1 of the Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2023.
• Annual Salary of $87,014.91 per annum ($3,346.73 gross per fortnight).
• Tennant Creek Zone Allowance of $1.89 per ordinary hour.
• 12% Superannuation.
• Annual Leave of 6 weeks paid with 17.5% Leave Loading.
• Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.

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 Hayley Sandstrom on

Applications Close 5:00 pm, Tuesday, 2nd September 2025.

No Employer-Provided Housing: The employee will be responsible for finding, renting, and paying for their own accommodation.

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.