Administrative Officer 3 - Remuneration Package Range $83,807 - $90,049
(including salary $70,839 - $76,115)
Motor Vehicle Registry
Katherine
Several full time ongoing vacancies are available
Help keep Territorians moving while building a rewarding career in customer service.
Are you passionate about helping people and delivering exceptional customer experiences? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? The Department of Logistics and Infrastructure, through the Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR), is seeking a motivated and customer-focused Customer Service Officer (AO3) to join its team in Katherine.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, solving problems, and providing important services that support communities across the Northern Territory.
Why join us?
As a Customer Service Officer, you'll play a vital role in helping customers with driver licensing, vehicle registration, and a range of essential government services. You'll be part of a supportive team workplace while developing valuable skills in customer service, administration, financial transactions, and legislative processes.
What you'll be doing
- Delivering professional, friendly customer service both face-to-face and over the phone.
- Assisting customers with vehicle registration and driver licensing enquiries and transactions.
- Providing clear information and guidance on MVR products, services, policies and procedures.
- Processing customer transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handling cash and EFTPOS payments and completing daily reconciliations.
- Maintaining accurate customer records and data.
- Supporting customers from a wide range of cultural and community backgrounds.
- Contributing to a collaborative team environment that focuses on quality service delivery.
What we're looking for
You will be someone who:
- Enjoys helping people and delivering outstanding customer service.
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Can confidently work with technology, databases and multiple computer systems.
- Demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy when processing information and transactions.
- Works well under pressure and can manage competing priorities.
- Understands the importance of privacy, confidentiality and professionalism.
Previous experience in customer service, administration, retail, banking, hospitality, contact centres, or cash handling roles will be highly regarded.
What we offer
- Ongoing full-time employment.
- Competitive salary of $70,839 to $76,115 per annum.
- Opportunities for training and professional development.
- Supportive team culture.
- Meaningful work that directly supports the Northern Territory community.
- Potential overtime opportunities through rotational Saturday shifts.
The Benefits
Attractive NT Government employment conditions, including:
- 12% superannuation
- 6 weeks recreation leave + 3 days Christmas shutdown
- 3 weeks personal leave
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Ongoing, stable employment
- Opportunities for training, professional development and career progression
- The chance to work on infrastructure that supports communities across the Territory
Location
Based in Katherine, this role offers the opportunity to live and work in one of the Northern Territory's most vibrant regional communities, known for its strong community spirit, stunning natural attractions and relaxed lifestyle.
Apply now
If you're looking for a rewarding customer service role where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Judith Plenty on 08 •••• •122 or
[email protected]
Quote vacancy number: 11641
Closing date: 04/10/2026
Applications must include:
- A one-page summary about you
- A detailed resume
- Copies of any relevant qualifications
Inclusion and Diversity
The Northern Territory Public Sector values diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration under Special Measures provisions.
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For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search
📌 Customer Service Officer (Katherine)
🏢 Department of Logistics and Infrastructure
📍 Katherine