Manager Community Services - Jabiru, NT

West Arnhem Regional Council; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 138,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

Accommodation with essential Furnish

Relocation Assistance

Laptop

Subsidised rent

Free uniforms

Study assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Vibrant community events

Free pool and gym access for you and a

Job summary

West Arnhem Regional Council is seeking a Manager Community Services to lead planning, delivery and review of community programs in Jabiru and surrounding remote communities. You will manage a high‑performing team, build strong stakeholder relationships and oversee large budgets to deliver outcomes for local residents.

Applicants should have tertiary qualifications in a human services field, with solid legislative knowledge, HR experience, and a proven ability to create a safe, outcome‑focused

Qualifications

• Proven leadership of remote teams in community services.
• Experience managing large grants, budgets and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of legislation and compliance in human services.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, delivery and review of community programs across West Arnhem.
• Manage a high‑performing team in Jabiru and remote communities.
• Build stakeholder relationships and oversee budgets and reporting.
• Implement evidence‑based service plans for remote contexts.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Leadership

HR experience

Policy and compliance

Communication

Education

Tertiary qualifications in human services

Job description

$137,000 - $143,000 pa + 6 wks lve+accommodation

Located in Jabiru, NT - 2.5 hours from Darwin on a stunning, scenic drive.

About West Arnhem

West Arnhem Regional Council serves almost 50,000 km² of spectacular Top End country, including Aboriginal lands and iconic tourist destinations across five remote communities

The region’s 6,000‑plus residents live in a network of towns, communities and outstations, with more than two thirds identifying as Aboriginal Australians.

Live in stunning Jabiru

Base yourself in Jabiru, the main township of Kakadu National Park, just 2.5 hours from Darwin in the heart of Australia’s largest World Heritage‑listed national park. With an Olympic‑size pool, gym, ovals, golf course, markets, sports, outdoor movies, kids’ activities and big community events like ANZAC ceremonies, Territory Day fireworks and Australia Day celebrations, plus easy access to waterfalls, rock art, walking tracks and billabongs, Jabiru is a friendly, family‑oriented place to live and work

The manager role

As Manager Community Services, you will lead the planning, delivery and review of community programs across West Arnhem, managing a high‑performing team in Jabiru and remote communities to deliver outcomes for local participants and communities. You will build strong stakeholder relationships, oversee large and complex budgets and reporting, and implement evidence‑based service plans that respond to emerging needs in a remote NT environment.

Is this you?

Proven community leadership in remote West Arnhem, representing Council professionally.

Tertiary qualifications in a relevant human services field, with strong legislative and compliance knowledge.

Record of leading diverse teams and building a safe, positive and performance‑focused environment.

Experience managing large grants, budgets, contracts and competing priorities across dispersed locations.

Advanced written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills for diverse staff and stakeholders.

Demonstrated HR experience in complex workplaces.

Highly organised, adaptable and outcome‑focused, ensuring programs meet funding and compliance requirements.

Exceptional benefits

Remuneration Package $157,251 - $163,541 (includes Base $137,917 - $143,433)

6 weeks annual leave

17.5% leave loading

Superannuation

Remote locality allowance

Laptop

Relocation Assistance

Accommodation with essential furnishings

Subsidised rent

Free uniforms

Study assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Vibrant community events

Organised sports competitions

Free Access to pool and gym for you and your family

Free community fitness classes

50 000km of the stunning Australian outback to explore in your downtime!

You must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a visa with unrestricted, ongoing work rightsto apply for this job.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Special measures will apply