Job Vacancy: Records Officer

Your trustworthy keeper of records

Closing Date: Wednesday, 19 February 2025

Location: Tennant Creek

Full-Time Permanant 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. 

Facilities

Tennant Creek has a well-stocked IGA and several other specialist retail businesses along with a number of cafes, pubs and clubs. Along with a private medical centre the Barkly region’s health needs are met with a 20-bed hospital located in Tennant Creek. Both a primary school and high school are located in Tennant Creek along with a new and modern Youth Centre. 

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

The Barkly Regional Council is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Records Officer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the Council’s electronic records and document management system in accordance with legislative requirements, Council policies, and procedures. Your expertise will ensure the accurate and efficient management of records, playing a critical role in supporting Council operations.

The Essentials

  • Knowledge of records management principles and practices.
  • Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations. 
  • Demonstrate a high level of ethics and integrity understanding the importance of data privacy and confidentiality. 
  • Knowledge and experience with Office 365 including SharePoint as a records and document management system.
  • Current National Criminal History Check (withing the last 3 months).

About You

  • You will have a strong understanding of records management practices, with experience in maintaining electronic records systems.
  • You will be a proactive team player with excellent communication skills and a passion for ensuing compliance and efficiency.
  • You will have knowledge of relevant legislative requirement and standards for records management.

The Finer Details

  • Full-Time position paying Level 6 Pay Point 1 of the Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2023.
  • Annual Salary of $74,486.70 per annum ($2,864.87 gross per fortnight).
  • Tennant Creek Zone Allowance of $1.89 per ordinary hour.
  • 11.5% Superannuation. 
  • Annual Leave of 6 weeks paid with 17.5% Leave Loading.
  • Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.

Click here for the Records Officer Position Description


To apply for your new adventure, submit an Expression of Interest covering the Essential Criteria along with your up-to-date Resume to hr@barkly.nt.gov.au.

Need more information contact Sunil Neupane on (08) 8962 0031.

Applications Close Wednesday, 19th February 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.


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.





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