See more about the role below, including the responsibilities and skills we are looking for.
Alice Springs, Australia
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Help Keep Remote Communities Running
Multiple positions | Fixed term Full-Time | From $83,621 + Super + Housing Options
Keep Essential Services Running
At MacDonnell Regional Council, our Essential Services team helps keep remote communities operating safely and reliably.
This is a practical, hands‐on role maintaining water, sewerage, power-related infrastructure, generators, plant, equipment and other critical community assets.
If you have practical hands‐on skills and enjoy solving problems, maintaining equipment or keeping services running, we'd love to hear from you.
Formal qualifications are welcome, but they are not the only way to show you have the right skills for this role.
Why This Role Stands Out
You'll help keep essential services working by:
Maintaining water, sewerage and power-related infrastructure
Maintain and operate generators, plant, vehicles and equipment
Respond to faults, breakdowns, emergencies and critical service issues
Carry out routine inspections, preventative maintenance and repairs
Working with Council staff, contractors, service providers and community members
What We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who is practical, adaptable and confident working in a remote environment.
You may have gained your skills through work, community experience, training, on‐the‐job learning or other hands‐on roles, such as:
Water or Wastewater Operator
Maintenance Officer
Electrical, mechanical or general maintenance worker
Multi‐skilled Operator
Infrastructure or Utilities Maintenance Worker
Someone with solid practical knowledge of tools, equipment, vehicles, pumps,



generators or community infrastructure
You don't need to tick every box or hold a formal trade qualification to be considered.
What matters most is your practical know‐how, willingness to learn, problem‐solving ability, reliability and commitment to keeping essential services running.
What Success Looks Like
To do well in this role, you'll need to:
Take initiative and get things done
Work safely and follow required procedures
Solve practical problems safely
Communicate clearly and respectfully
Respond to faults, emergencies and callouts when needed
What You'll Receive
In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy:
6 weeks annual leave
17.5% leave loading
12% superannuation
Community-based housing options for eligible candidates
Relocation allowances for eligible candidates
3 gifted days during the Christmas shutdown
12 days personal/carer's leave
10 days cultural and ceremonial leave
Paid parental leave
Up to 15 days paid study leave
NAIDOC public holiday
Why Join MacDonnell Regional Council?
You'll join an organisation where people matter, community comes first, culture is respected and your contribution is valued.
With a diverse and culturally rich workforce, we're proud of the positive impact we create together across Central Australia.
Hear From Our People
"I've worked in local government before but nowhere have I felt more connected to the community. You can actually see the outcomes of your work and the difference it makes."
"I love working at MRC. Travelling out to community and working with staff out bush is rewarding, and I value the open communication with my manager."
"I feel proud of giving back to the community and supporting those in need."
MRC Community Employee
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📌 Essential Services Officer (Alice Springs)
🏢 MacDonnell Regional Council
📍 Alice Springs