Continuing, Part Time Appointment | 0.7FTE
Professional Employee Level 4 - 5
Annual salary $70,037 – $87,716 pa + 17% superannuation and 6 weeks annual leave
Alice Springs Campus | Arrernte Country

About the Position
As the Technical Officer of Tourism, Recreation and Beauty Services, you will be responsible for maintaining front desk operations, salon equipment, supplies and facilities as necessary for the efficient operation of the Hair and Beauty Teams within the salons.
This position will require operational control over the reception area, preparing materials for student practical lessons and providing products and resources for the day-to-day operations of the Hair and Beauty salons and teaching spaces. This role is required to maintain the premises as a clean and safe environment and provide administrative assistance and support to lecturing staff, as necessary.

The role works closely with the hairdressing and beauty staff and will be expected to support team members, especially during peak training periods. The Team Leader may request special projects from time to time to support training and events held in the training salons and teaching spaces.

About You
To be successful, you will require:

- Hold a Certificate III in Hairdressing or Certificate III in Beauty Therapy.
- Demonstrated experience in the cleaning and sanitation of a commercial salon or spa.
- Demonstrated experience in managing/maintaining a small reception/retail environment.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and well within a team.
- Capacity to work with minimal supervision and the ability to manage workloads to meet conflicting deadlines.
- Ability to operate computer software packages such as Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel) and experience with computerised salon booking software.
- Commitment to the University’s values.

Appointment is contingent upon receipt of a satisfactory National Criminal History check and a valid NT Working with Children clearance

Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at Professional Employee Level 4-5. The base salary will be in the range of $70,037 - $87,716 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $81,943 - $102,627 per annum, including 17% superannuation.





First Nations Priority Recruitment Measures
While this vacancy is open to all applicants, First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT) 1992. More information on First Nations Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, available here.

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What’s in it for you?

- An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory
- 17% superannuation
- Up to six weeks of paid annual leave
- Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (eligibility criteria apply)
- Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
- Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
- Free on-campus parking in designated areas
- Employee Assistance Program
- Salary Packaging opportunities
- An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
- Work with a University committed to changing people’s lives for the better through training, education, and research
- Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
- Access to over 5,000 courses via LinkedIn learning corporate membership

How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the ‘apply’ button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Tim Francis, Team Leader – Tourism Recreation & Beauty Services on 08 •••• •946 or email [email protected]

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Adjustments can be made to support you throughout the application and selection process, as well as during employment, in line with the University’s Workplace Adjustment Policy and Procedure

Diversity and Inclusion
At CDU, we actively celebrate our diversity and believe that our differences will make CDU the most connected University in Australia. We are committed to maintaining a culture where every member of our University community feels respected, safe, encouraged to speak up and supported in achieving their professional goals, and that they truly belong.

Applications from First Nations people, women at all levels, culturally and racially marginalised people, people with disability, neurotypical and neurodiverse people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with family and caring responsibilities and people at all stages of their careers are welcomed.

Work Health and Safety
CDU is committed to providing a physical and psychological safe working environment. Confidential support can also be provided to employees who may be experiencing domestic, family, or sexual violence outside the workplace.

Charles Darwin University is guided by our core values of Courage, Kindness, Openness, Innovation, and Leadership, which shape our daily actions and decisions. CDU is committed to being a safe and inclusive organisation for everyone.

As part of the Charles Darwin University’s commitment to providing a safe, respectful and rewarding workplace, and to meeting our legal obligations, we ask candidates to declare whether they have ever been investigated for an allegation of Gender Based Violence or found to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender Based Violence, in any previous employment or through any legal process.

This information assists us to comply with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender Based Violence and will be considered when assessing a candidate’s suitability for employment, to help ensure the safety of our University community.

You make CDU. And we want you to be exactly who you are.

Applications Close: Friday 21st August 2026

📌 Technical Officer - Tourism, Recreation and Beauty Services (Alice Springs)
🏢 Charles Darwin University
📍 Alice Springs