Business Manager

2 weeks ago

Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia Northern Territory Government Full time $114,088 - $126,997 per year

Administrative Officer 6 - Remuneration Package Range $114,088 - $126,997

(including salary $96,620 - $107,721)

Tennant Creek High School

Tennant Creek

One ongoing vacancy is available

Apply your effective leadership and business management skills to provide corporate and business support services to the Tennant Creek High School.

The Tennant Creek High School is a small, remote and complex Public School in the Barkly Region catering to students from years 7 to 12 and providing them with a comprehensive education process tailored to assist them achieve their personal goals. The schools' offerings include pathways to direct employment, School Based Apprenticeship programs, and further education through Vocational Education Training programs or University systems.

Emphasising attendance, participation and literacy, the school equips students with the tools to explore diverse opportunities and fosters a supportive environment where they can thrive and excel in their educational journey.

As the
Business Manager
, you provide strategic and operational leadership, advice and management support in the areas of finance, procurement, administration, infrastructure, and human resource management for non-teaching staff.

In this dynamic role, your responsibilities include developing and implementing corporate and business support services, maintaining the grants management system and implementing an ongoing program of continuous improvement.

To be successful, you require demonstrated experience in the management of a service delivery team with the ability to analyse and provide advice on business support activities. Your high level oral and written communication and interpersonal skills will ensure your success. A strong understanding of the complexities of cultures and context present in a rural environment is essential.

In return you will enjoy a rewarding career and a range of competitive benefits, including a competitive remuneration package inclusive of 12% Superannuation, 6 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, 3 day paid close-down leave over the Christmas and New Year period, up to 17.5% annual leave loading, and professional development opportunities

If you reside interstate, this a great time to consider relocating to Tennant Creek, an authentic Outback town and home to over 3,000 people. Reward yourself with an enviable lifestyle and a work life balance that allows you time to enjoy the many benefits of living in a regional town including exploring Warumungu country, swimming at the Mary Ann Dam, four-wheel-driving through the Davenport Ranges and visiting one of the Territory's famous natural landmarks, the Devil's Marbles.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Petrina Hayward on or

Quote vacancy number:
8567

Closing date:
05/10/2025

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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