Logistics & Customer Service Assistant

Northern Land Council; Darwin; On-site; AUD 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An Aboriginal land advocacy organization in Darwin seeks a dedicated individual to support Aboriginal communities through event management and logistical assistance. This full-time role includes setting up meetings, transportation, and ensuring a welcoming environment. Applicants must hold a valid driver's license and be a strong communicator, committed to effective team collaboration. Competitive salary and various benefits are offered.

Benefits

15% superannuation

$15,900 salary sacrificing

$2,650 benefits for meals and accommodation

District allowance for dependents

5 weeks annual leave

Paid Christmas close down

Annual airfare after 12 months

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in large event management and camping setups.
• Experience driving a 4x4 vehicle safely.
• Pride in doing a job well.

Responsibilities

• Set up meetings and events for Aboriginal communities.
• Transport community members to meetings.
• Ensure venues are ready and welcoming.

Skills

Practical attitude

Good communication

Team cooperation

Safe driving

Education

Valid unrestricted manual driver’s licence

Current Senior First Aid Certificate

Job description

Overview

• Location: Darwin
• Status: Full-time

This position is designated under Special Measures, with priority consideration for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants under section 57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1996 (NT).

About the Role

This role is all about getting things done on the ground—from helping set up meetings and events, transporting community members, to making sure venues are ready and welcoming. You’ll be part of a team that plays a key role in supporting Aboriginal communities across the Darwin Daly Wagait region.

What you will bring

You’ll bring a practical, can-do attitude and a strong sense of responsibility. You’re someone who takes pride in doing a job well, whether it’s setting up a venue, helping people get to a meeting, or making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll be a good communicator, a safe driver, and someone who works well in a team and with community.

In addition to this you will have :

• An ability to assist and/or undertake manual handling tasks including large event management, camping set ups, cooking and purchasing equipment/consumables.
• Hold a valid unrestricted manual driver’s licence.
• Experience driving a 4x4 vehicle safely.
• Hold a current Senior First Aid Certificate or be willing to obtain.

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.

What’s in it for You?

At the NLC, you’ll have the chance to contribute to something meaningful—supporting communities, protecting culture, and helping deliver services that matter.

We offer a supportive team environment, professional development opportunities, and the chance to be part of an organisation with a strong purpose and impact across the Northern Territory.

We Offer

• Full Time base salary of $64,542 per annum plus 15% superannuation and salary sacrificing up to $15,900 + meal entertainment and holiday accommodation benefits up to $2,650 per year.
• Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:
  • District allowance of up to $4,797 per annum for individuals with dependents and up to $2,630 without dependents.
  • 5 weeks annual leave, leaving loading, 18 days personal leave;
  • Paid Christmas close down;
  • Upon completion of 12 months of service an Annual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $3,177

Ready to Apply?

Send us your CV and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and what you’ll bring to it.

Contact: Marcia Gerard on 0477 786 182 if you have any further queries

Applications Close: Sunday 28 September 2025

About the Northern Land Council

The Northern Land Council (NLC) is an independent statutory authority of the Commonwealth. The NLC is established under the Aboriginal Land Rights Act (Northern Territory) 1976 and its purpose is to serve its constituents who are Traditional Owners (TOs) and other Aboriginal people living in their region. Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to the work that we do here at NLC. We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples social, political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting on their lands, seas, culture and communities.