Why work with Local Government?
At the Barkly Regional Council, we employ more than 230 staff across 4 wards - Alyawarr, Patta, Alpurrurulam and Kuwarrangu. We are the largest Council by area in the Northern Territory and located in Australia’s golden heart.
We deliver a range of core services throughout our communities, including waste, library, parks and gardens, local laws, infrastructure management, animal control, building and planning and critical services, including NDIS and Centrelink. Our Council community flourishes within an active, engaged and thriving environment, and we have a diverse range of roles where you can leave your enduring mark within the region.
Why choose us?
We take pride in enabling the personal aspirations of our staff and facilitating their access to development opportunities and unique work experiences whilst enjoying the enviable lifestyle that the region has to offer.
We seek to employ staff with values that are closely aligned with those of the Barkly Regional Council, and who will bring their energy and talent to contribute to a dynamic and sustainable community.
Some of the many benefits of working at Barkly Regional Council include:
- Higher than award pay rates.
- 6 weeks of annual leave each year + 17.5% leave loading paid.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
- Free access to the swimming pool and gym facilities located in Tennant Creek.
- An inclusive and diverse workplace culture.
- Career progression opportunities through training and professional development.
- A high regard for maintaining a healthy and safe workplace.
Our Vision, Purpose and Values
VISION
“We will strive to be an innovative and sustainable Council that listens to our communities and empowers future generations of the Barkly”.
PURPOSE
“Our commitment is to serve and support our communities by delivering strong local leadership, purposeful advocacy, and impactful services”.
VALUES
Integrity:
Upholding honesty and transparency in everything we do.
Diversity:
Embracing and celebrating the unique identities, traditions, and strengths of every community.
Empathy:
Understanding and valuing the needs and experiences of others.
Accountability:
Taking ownership of our actions through commitment to BRC and our communities.
Service:
Dedicating ourselves to excellence, putting people first, and creating a positive impact.
Safe House Team Leader - Ali Curung
Full-Time Temporary Position (38 hours per week)
Location: Ali Curung
Applications Close: 5:00 pm, Thursday 19 February 2026
About the Role
The Safe House Team Leader – Ali Curung provides critical support to women and children affected by domestic, family, and community violence. This role offers comprehensive case management, outreach to at-risk individuals, and leadership of Safe House operations, ensuring 24/7 availability of emergency accommodation.
You will work closely with Safe House Workers, government agencies, and community stakeholders to provide immediate assistance, information, and referrals, while maintaining a safe, supportive, and culturally respectful environment. Flexibility is essential, as the role may include on-call duties and occasional sleepovers, with allowances provided.
The Essentials
- Demonstrated previous experience running Safe Houses or formal qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, or Community Development.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to quickly establish trust and rapport while maintaining confidentiality in accordance with the Privacy Act. Solid understanding of the issues surrounding domestic and family violence.
- Functional knowledge of the mandatory reporting legislation related to domestic violence and the protection of children.
- National Criminal History Check
- Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card – Northern Territory).
- Driver’s Licence
About You
- You are community-minded, respectful of Aboriginal culture, and committed to supporting the safety and wellbeing of women and children.
- You are calm, reliable, and compassionate, with the ability to support individuals experiencing domestic and family violence.
- You are culturally aware, community-focused, and able to work safely and effectively in a remote environment.
The Finer Details
- Full-Time Permanent position paying Level 5 Pay Point 1 of the Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2024.
- Annual Salary of $74,485.60 ($2,864.83 gross per fortnight).
- 12% Superannuation.
- Annual Leave of 6 weeks paid with 17.5% Leave Loading.
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
- Housing may be included for external applicants.
Additional INFO
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.
Apply
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.
You should receive a delivery receipt; if you don't, please resend, as it is your responsibility to ensure we receive your application.
Need more information, contact Katharine Gardiner on 0475 892 874.
Applications Close at 5:00 pm on Thursday, 19 February 2026.
Night Patrol Officer - Ali Curung
Casual Position (up to 38 hours per week)
Location: Ali Curung
Applications Close: 5:00 pm, Tuesday 4 February 2026
About the Role
Barkly Regional Council is seeking a Night Patrol Officer in Ali Curung. This important role helps keep the community safe and supports wellbeing across the Barkly Region. The position is part of the Community Safety & Wellbeing Program and ensures services are culturally appropriate, community-focused, and accountable.
The role respects Aboriginal culture and provides regular community safety services that encourage participation, support wellbeing, and reduce harm from alcohol and other drugs.
The Essentials
- Previous experience in a similar position including:
- An understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and-
- An ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
- National Criminal History Check
- Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card – Northern Territory).
- Driver’s Licence
About You
- You are community-minded, respectful of Aboriginal culture, and committed to supporting community safety.
- You are calm, reliable, and able to work respectfully with community members in a night patrol setting.
- You are culturally aware, community-focused, and able to work safely in a remote environment.
The Finer Details
- Casual position paying Level 2 Pay Point 1 of the Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2024.
- Hourly Rate of $35.20 (including 25% casual loading).
- 12% Superannuation.
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Additional INFO
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.
Apply
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.
You should receive a delivery receipt; if you don't, please resend, as it is your responsibility to ensure we receive your application.
Need more information, contact Adrian Chong on 0448 059 374.
Applications Close at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, 4 February 2026.
Library Officer - Tennant Creek
Casual Position (up to 38 hours per week)
Location: Tennant Creek
Applications Close: 5:00 pm, Tuesday 3 February 2026
About the Role
Barkly Regional Council is seeking an outgoing, friendly, and community-minded person to join our team at the Tennant Creek Public Library. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys working with people, particularly children, and wants to make a positive impact in the community.
As a Library Officer, you will provide excellent customer service while assisting with all aspects of library operations, including programs, general library tasks, and administrative duties.
Join us to help Tennant Creek residents access knowledge, learning, and community connection in a welcoming and supportive environment.
The Essentials
- Knowledge of general library procedures.
- Ability to work effectively with limited direction, meet deadlines, prioritise workloads, and manage time efficiently.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders.
- Good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Competent IT skills with the ability to learn new systems and software.
- National Criminal History Check
- Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card – Northern Territory).
About You
- You are friendly, outgoing, and community minded, with a passion for supporting learning and connection.
- You are highly motivated with strong communication skills.
- You have experience working with children and are confident in engaging with a diverse community.
- Previous library experience is highly regarded but not essential
The Finer Details
- Casual position paying Level 4 Pay Point 1 of the Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2024.
- Hourly Rate of $42.96 (including 25% casual loading).
- 12% Superannuation.
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
Additional INFO
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.
Apply
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.
You should receive a delivery receipt; if you don't, please resend, as it is your responsibility to ensure we receive your application.
Need more information, contact Chris Kinross on (08) 8962 0094.
Applications Close at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 3 February 2026.
Community Care Coordinator
Full-Time Permanent Position (38 hours per week)
Location: Tennant Creek
Applications Close: 5:00 pm, Tuesday 10 February 2026
About the Role
Barkly Regional Council is seeking a committed and proactive Community Care Coordinator to support the operational and strategic delivery of our Aged Care and Disability Programs. This role works closely with the Regional Manager Community Care to ensure programs such as the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flexible Aged Care Program (NATSIFACP) and the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) meet the Aged Care Quality Standards and Council’s funding and reporting requirements.
If you are passionate about community care, program coordination, and empowering remote communities, we would love to hear from you!
The Essentials
- Tertiary qualifications or equivalent in Management, Aged Care of NDIS programs.
- Demonstrated experience using online programs such as E-Tools, DEX, Medicare, My Aged Care, PRODA, and Centrelink.
- People management experience and demonstrate competence in mentoring, capacity building, and training of staff.
- Understanding relevant legislation, policies and procedures of Aged Care and the NDIS Programs.
- National Criminal History Check.
- Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card – Northern Territory).
- Driver’s Licence
About You
- You have excellent organisational skills, problem-solving ability, and clear communication.
- You demonstrate a collaborative, adaptable, and team-focused approach to working across diverse teams and communities.
- You are willing and able to travel within the Barkly region, including overnight stays as required.
The Finer Details
- Full-Time Permanent position paying Level 9 Pay Point 1 of the Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement 2024.
- Annual Salary of $97,956.73 per annum ($3,767.57 gross per fortnight).
- 12% Superannuation.
- Annual Leave of 6 weeks paid with 17.5% Leave Loading.
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Program.
- Housing subsidy of up to $330.00 gross per week may be available to the right applicant.
Additional INFO
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.
Apply
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.
You should receive a delivery receipt; if you don't, please resend, as it is your responsibility to ensure we receive your application.
Need more information, contact Rajib Thapa on (08) 8962 0039.
Applications Close at 5:00 pm on Tuesday, 10 February 2026.
Careers FAQs
How do I apply?
To guide you through the recruitment process and to maximise your chance of your application being successful, the following steps are provided.
STEP ONE: Read the position description carefully
Read the position description and any other related documents to determine if you have the required skills, knowledge and experience to apply for the role. To gain a clearer understanding of the role, you are encouraged to contact the staff member named in “for further information” in the position advertisement.
STEP TWO: Prepare your application
Your application has three parts:
• A cover letter,
• A current resume and
• A response to the Key Selection Criteria.
The cover letter
First impressions count! The cover letter introduces you. Ideally, the letter should not be more than one page and include:
• The title of the position you are applying for
• Where you saw the position advertised
• Why you are applying for the position
• Why you believe you are the right person for the job
The resume / CV
A resume or Curriculum vitae (CV) is a short chronological statement of your work history and qualifications. Ideally, your resume should not exceed more than three pages and include:
• Your employment history (including overview of duties, employment dates, your position title and the organisation name)
• Your qualifications (including the qualification title, year awarded and institution name)
• Other information (include any key achievements, volunteer work or any other relevant information)
• Attach copies of your qualifications and licences, if required
• Include a minimum of two referees, ensuring they are contactable and are aware that we may contact them. Referees are to be someone you have reported to either currently or in the recent past, Preferably within the last 12 months.
Your Response to Key Selection Criteria
The Key Selection Criteria (KSC) is a list of skills, attributes, knowledge and qualifications required for the position. The KSC can be found on the last page of the position description. In a separate document, write the KSC questions followed by your responses. Make sure to support your claims with evidence and examples including:
• Describe a situation that supports your statement.
• What your actions were. What you did.
• What the outcome of your actions was.
STEP THREE: Submit your application
Current Vacancies can be viewed at the top of this page.
If you require assistance with using our e-recruitment portal, please contact a member of the People and Culture team by:
email : hr@barkly.nt.gov.au
phone : 08 8962 0000 and ask for the People and Culture Team
If unable to access the internet, hard copy applications may be hand delivered to a Council Service Centre, or mailed (before the closing date) to:
Confidential - Barkly Regional Council
Attn: People and Culture Manager
PO Box 821
Tennant Creek NT 0861
Note: Please ensure you allow for ample time for your application to be received, as late applications may not be accepted.
What happens next?
Upon receiving your application, we will:
- Acknowledge your application by a system generated email
- Keep your application confidential and not discuss it with anyone outside of the process
- Assess your application on merit
- Notify you of the outcome.
The interview process
A selection panel, usually comprised of two or three people, will interview selected applicants. The panel follows a structured process, asking all applicants the same set of questions. The questions are developed to assess how well each applicant matches the given criteria. You will also have the opportunity to ask questions throughout, and at the end, of the interview and are encouraged to think of some questions prior to your scheduled interview. You are encouraged to consider some questions that may be asked and your response prior to the interview. The panel may follow up or explore particular issues that arise from individual applicants.
On average an interview usually takes about 45 minutes.
Candidates, who have been unsuccessful following their interview, will receive an email notification of the outcome. Due to the number of applications we receive, it may not be possible to provide feedback.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS - PLEASE READ
- Appointments may be subject to fitness for duty (also known as a pre-employment medicals), Working with Children and/or National Police Checks for specified roles as part of the recruitment process.
- Your application is unlikely to be short listed for consideration if the Key Selection Criteria has not been addressed.
- Barkly Regional Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our recruitment processes are conducted in accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act 2010. Candidates are to refrain from soliciting information outside of the recruitment process.
- Please do not include original documents (such as qualifications) with your application, as these documents will not be returned to you.
- If you want to apply for more than one position, please complete a separate application for each position.
- Referee statements will be deemed confidential information and will be classed as exempt documents under the Freedom of Information Act (1982).
- Positions advertised by Council attract a large number of qualified candidates. The process of reviewing applications may extend recruitment time frames.
- You must have a valid Australian visa with work rights and hold a valid Australian Driver’s Licence (Northern Territory Licence is preferred, but not essential).
- Applicants of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.
- Employment conditions are in accordance with the Barkly Regional Council Enterprise Agreement
