Essential Services Officer

Macdonnell Regional Council; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing options

Relocation allowances

6 weeks annual leave

12% superannuation

Job summary

MacDonnell Regional Council in Alice Springs, NT, is seeking an Essential Services Officer to help keep remote communities running. This hands-on role focuses on maintaining critical water, sewerage and power infrastructure, and operating generators, plant and equipment to support everyday services.

You don’t need formal trade qualifications; practical hands-on experience and a reliability-first approach are valued.

Qualifications

• Hands-on maintenance and practical problem solving.
• Willingness to work in remote environments.
• Formal trade qualifications welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water, sewerage and power‑related infrastructure.
• Operate generators, plant, vehicles and equipment.
• Respond to faults, breakdowns, emergencies and callouts.
• Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Collaborate with staff, contractors and community members.

Skills

Practical hands‑on skills

Job description

Essential Services Officer MacDonnell Regional Council Alice Springs, NT, AU

Job Description

See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.

Alice Springs, Australia

Reference: 6927506

Help Keep Remote Communities Running

Multiple positions | Fixed term Full-Time | From $83,621 + Super + Housing Options

Keep Essential Services Running

At MacDonnell Regional Council, our Essential Services team helps keep remote communities operating safely and reliably.

This is a practical, hands‑on role maintaining water, sewerage, power‑related infrastructure, generators, plant, equipment and other critical community assets.

If you have practical hands‑on skills and enjoy solving problems, maintaining equipment or keeping services running, we'd love to hear from you. Formal qualifications are welcome, but they are not the only way to show you have the right skills for this role.

Why This Role Stands Out

You’ll help keep essential services working by:

• Maintaining water, sewerage and power‑related infrastructure
• Maintain and operate generators, plant, vehicles and equipment
• Respond to faults, breakdowns, emergencies and critical service issues
• Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs
• Working with Council staff, contractors, service providers and community members

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is practical, adaptable and confident working in a remote environment.

You may have gained your skills through work, community experience, training, on‑the‑job learning or other hands‑on roles, such as:

• Water or Wastewater Operator
• Maintenance Officer
• Electrical, mechanical or general maintenance worker
• Multi‑skilled Operator
• Infrastructure or Utilities Maintenance Worker
• Someone with strong practical knowledge of tools, equipment, vehicles, pumps, generators or community infrastructure

You don’t need to tick every box or hold a formal trade qualification to be considered. What matters most is your practical know‑how, willingness to learn, problem‑solving ability, reliability and commitment to keeping essential services running.

What Success Looks Like

To do well in this role, you’ll need to:

• Take initiative and get things done
• Work safely and follow required procedures
• Solve practical problems safely
• Communicate clearly and respectfully
• Respond to faults, emergencies and callouts when needed

What You’ll Receive

In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy:

• 6 weeks annual leave
• 17.5% leave loading
• 12% superannuation
• Community‑based housing options for eligible candidates
• Relocation allowances for eligible candidates
• 3 gifted days during the Christmas shutdown
• 12 days personal/carer’s leave
• 10 days cultural and ceremonial leave
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 15 days paid study leave
• NAIDOC public holiday

Why Join MacDonnell Regional Council?

You’ll join an organisation where people matter, community comes first, culture is respected and your contribution is valued.

With a diverse and culturally rich workforce, we’re proud of the positive impact we create together across Central Australia.

Hear From Our People

“I’ve worked in local government before but nowhere have I felt more connected to the community. You can actually see the outcomes of your work and the difference it makes.”

“I love working at MRC. Travelling out to community and working with staff out bush is rewarding, and I value the open communication with my manager.”

“I feel proud of giving back to the community and supporting those in need.”

• MRC Community Employee