Director Project Delivery

2 days ago


Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Northern Territory Government Full time $174,191 - $189,700 per year

Senior Administrative Officer 2 - Remuneration Package Range $174,191 - $189,700
(including salary $148,302 - $161,638)

Beetaloo Project Management Office

Darwin

One full time vacancy fixed to 01/10/2027 is available

As the
Director Project Delivery
, you will lead strategic coordination and provide expert advice across infrastructure, planning, and service delivery programs that support the development of the Beetaloo Sub-basin. You'll work across government to align key initiatives, ensure integrated delivery of critical development projects and be engaging with senior stakeholders, managing interdependencies across agencies, and driving collaborative approaches to achieve whole-of-government outcomes.

The Beetaloo Sub-Basin

The Beetaloo Sub-basin is one of Australia's most significant onshore gas opportunities, located approximately 500km southeast of Darwin. With world-class reserves capable of meeting Australia's energy needs for the next 200 years, it plays a critical role in supporting local, national, and international demand for affordable, reliable, and cleaner energy. The Beetaloo Project Management Office has been established to lead strategic coordination and planning, ensuring the Territory maximises the economic and energy opportunities this development presents—while supporting Australia's energy transition and regional growth.

About you

To be successful you'll have:

  • Ability to coordinate and advise on a range of infrastructure, planning and logistics programs delivered across NT Government with a focus on strategic development of the Beetaloo Sub-basin.
  • Proven skills and experience coordinating major project delivery across multiple agencies and industry, with experience relevant to onshore gas.
  • High level stakeholder management skills with the ability effectively and proactively collaborate with senior leaders across government and industry.
  • High level strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to identify issues and negotiate to influence outcomes.

The Benefits

  • Attractive remuneration package
  • 6 weeks recreation leave
  • 3 weeks personal leave
  • Up to $1,724 leave loading
  • 12% superannuation
  • Relocation support may be available
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Professional development allowance

Lifestyle and Community

Darwin is a vibrant, multicultural city set against stunning natural landscapes on the traditional lands of the Larrakia people. With a laid-back lifestyle, strong community spirit, and a growing population of nearly 150,000, it's the perfect place to balance career and recreation.

Enjoy tropical sunsets, waterfalls, and outdoor adventures alongside lively markets, festivals, and a thriving arts and sports scene. Darwin offers a truly unique way of life—where work-life balance isn't just a goal, it's a way of living.

Explore the Territory:

  • Greater Darwin and surrounds regional guide
  • Top End Regional Guide
  • Join the Territory

Learn more about us:

  • Department of Mining and Energy
  • Linked In
  • Beetaloo Sub-Basin

For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Emily Rutherford, Executive Director on

or

Quote vacancy number:
48551

Closing date:
23/10/2025

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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