Principal Advisor

5 days ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Northern Territory Government Full time $151,221 - $168,735 per year

Senior Administrative Officer 1 - Remuneration Package Range $151,221 - $168,735

(including salary $128,551 - $143,611)

Office of the Commissioner for Public Employment – Public Sector Appeals and Grievance Reviews

Darwin

One ongoing full time vacancy is available.

Apply your extensive experience, knowledge and skill in the effective handling and resolution of complex complaints.

The Office of the Commissioner for Public Employment (OCPE) is a central agency within the Northern Territory Public Sector (NTPS), entrusted with shaping NTPS employment frameworks and administering industrial relations services.

Within OCPE, the Public Sector Appeals and Grievance Reviews Division (PSAGR) plays a crucial role preserving merit, integrity, equity, and fairness across the NTPS.

As the
Principal Advisor,
your primary objective is to foster integrity and ethical standards throughout the NTPS. This is achieved by conducting impartial grievance reviews, chairing the Public Sector Appeals Board, delivering comprehensive sector-wide training on recruitment practices and appropriate workplace behaviour, contributing to policy development that strengthens integrity and offering practical, resolution-focused guidance to both agencies and employees.

Additional responsibilities entail evaluating agency actions and decisions, preparing complex reports, recommendations and high-level correspondence for the Commissioner for Public Employment.

To be successful
you require demonstrated experience, knowledge and skill in the effective handling and resolution of complex complaints, the ability to integrate alternative dispute resolution techniques, lead high-level decision-making processes, and showcase strategic thinking alongside a sound understanding of employment legislation and natural justice. Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships and influence outcomes is essential.

In return,
you will be rewarded with a competitive remuneration package inclusive of 12% superannuation, 6 weeks' recreation and 3 weeks' personal leave, an additional 3-day Christmas closedown leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible work options and a supportive leadership team committed to providing you with professional development experience and training.

If you reside interstate, this an exciting time to consider moving to the Territory, experiencing the uniqueness of living, and working in Darwin. Enjoy an enviable lifestyle and work-life balance that allows you time to explore the Territory's stunning landscapes and experience the tropical sunsets and spectacular lightening displays. Darwin's rich multicultural society and community spirit makes it a wonderful place to live, work and play. Relocation assistance or flexible work agreements can be discussed at interview.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Courtney Mabey, Senior Director on

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Quote vacancy number:
33154

Closing date:
14/09/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

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