Contracts Coordinator for Remote Communities

Macdonnell Regional Council; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 84,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave:ing

12% superannuation contributions

Rostered Days Off

Relocation benefits

Christmas Shutdown (3 gifted days)

12 days personal/ carers leave

10 days cultural & ceremonial leave

Parental leave: 8 weeks primary, 2 for

Up to 15 days study leave

NAIDOC public holiday

Job summary

MacDonnell Regional Council in Alice Springs, Australia, is seeking a Coordinator Commercial Contracts, Relief CSC & ESO. The role is full-time, fixed-term until 30 June 2027, with travel to remote communities and a base in Alice Springs.

Starting salary is AUD 93,109 per annum. The successful candidate will coordinate commercial contracts, support governance, and help deliver projects while building strong relationships with internal teams, contractors, and communities.

Qualifications

• Experience in coordination, administration, contracts, or project support.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Solutions-focused problem-solving approach.
• Willingness to travel regularly to remote communities.
• Northern Territory Driver's Licence or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer Council's commercial contracts
• Support compliance, reporting, and governance requirements
• Assist in planning and delivering projects and operational initiatives
• Provide practical advice and support to the Manager Commercial Services
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, contractors, and community stakeholders
• Undertake relief duties across CSC and ESO functions as required

Skills

Contract coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Project support

Organisational skills

Communication

Job description

MacDonnell Regional Council in Alice Springs, Australia, is seeking a Coordinator Commercial Contracts, Relief CSC & ESO. The role is full-time, fixed-term until 30 June 2027, with travel to remote communities and a base in Alice Springs.

Starting salary is AUD 93,109 per annum. The successful candidate will coordinate commercial contracts, support governance, and help deliver projects while building strong relationships with internal teams, contractors, and communities.