Property Contract Officer

Northern Territory Government; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 127,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The Northern Territory Government's Department of Housing, Local Government and Community Development in Alice Springs is seeking capable specialists for full-time ongoing roles within Housing Property Services. You will provide contract administration and project management, conduct asset inspections, and coordinate with contractors and emergency teams, including occasional after-hours work.

This role supports compliance and KPI monitoring to maintain service standards across remote

Responsibilities

• Provide project contract administration and project management services, including preparation of scopes of works, monitoring performance and raising work orders.
• Ensure asset condition inspections are conducted, and repairs identified and recorded in departmental systems.
• Work with contractors, emergency teams and stakeholders during natural disasters or critical incidents, occasionally after hours.
• Monitor contractor performance against KPIs and participate in contractor meetings and scorecards.
• Support ongoing improvement and professional development.

Job description

Technical 5 - Remuneration Package Range $126,522 - $137,577

(including salary $107,238 - $116,744)

Delivery and Regional Priorities - Housing Property Services

Alice Springs

Several full time ongoing vacancies are available

• Provide project contract administration and project management services, including preparation of scopes of works, monitoring of performance and raising work orders to maximise budget utilisation under departmental guidelines and procurement processes.


• Ensure asset condition inspections are conducted, and immediate, urgent and routine repairs and maintenance are identified and recorded in departmental systems, including monitoring accuracy of asset and other relevant data within departmental systems and prepare reports and other documentation as required.


• Ability to work with contractors, emergency teams, and other stakeholders in cases of natural disasters/critical incidents or other events as may be required, occasionally afterhours.


• Monitor and provide advice on the performance, timeliness, and workmanship of contractors in accordance with the contract KPI’s, conduct contractor meetings including recording performance and input into contractor performance scorecards and reports.


• Respond positively to change with a commitment to ongoing improvement and professional development.

Be part of a dynamic and passionate organisation committed to improving life outcomes for all Territorians.

The Department of Housing, Local Government and Community Development (DHLGCD) is dedicated to building stronger, more connected communities across the Northern Territory, Through innovative housing solutions, effective local governance, and responsive service delivery. The Department works to enhance the wellbeing and opportunities of all Territorians. DHLGCD prides itself on addressing real Territory challenges and delivering meaningful outcomes that restore and enrich the Territory lifestyle by shaping a thriving, inclusive, and sustainable future.

Your role is the primary source of asset management to the Housing Property Services unit in delivering effective, high quality and culturally appropriate management of public and government employee housing within the Central Australian region. This position supports the management of contractual obligations and maintains compliance with relevant statutory regulations across the portfolio.

Be physically able to drive 4x4 vehicles for long distances as regular travel to remote communities is required, including overnight travel and travel by light aircraft. A current NT C-class driver's licence or equivalent is essential.

Quote vacancy number: 30096

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• https://dhlgcd.nt.gov.au/

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