Housing Contracts Lead – Urban & Remote Projects

Department of Housing, Local Government and Community Development; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 142,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Housing, Local Government and Community Development in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, seeks an experienced Administrative Officer 7 to lead a team delivering essential housing services across urban and remote communities. You will manage a portfolio of repairs, refurbishments and asset replacement projects, ensuring quality, safety and statutory compliance.

The role focuses on leading high-impact housing initiatives, managing contracts, driving contractor performance, and

Qualifications

• Experience leading high-impact housing projects across urban and remote communities.
• Ability to oversee repairs, refurbishments and asset replacement projects.
• Strong contract management skills with a focus on performance and quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Property Contract Officers and drive service delivery.
• Oversee contracts, repairs, maintenance, and housing asset replacement projects.
• Ensure safety and legislative compliance (Work Health and Safety).
• Build trusted relationships with tenants, partners and contractors.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Contractor relations

Safety compliance

Job description

Department of Housing, Local Government and Community Development in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, seeks an experienced Administrative Officer 7 to lead a team delivering essential housing services across urban and remote communities. You will manage a portfolio of repairs, refurbishments and asset replacement projects, ensuring quality, safety and statutory compliance.

The role focuses on leading high-impact housing initiatives, managing contracts, driving contractor performance, and