Job Description
A Leadership Opportunity Grounded in the Homelands
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Lead strategic direction and operational delivery for West Arnhem Land Homelands. Oversee housing, construction, civil works, workshops, property, and essential services to turn community priorities into practical regional outcomes.
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Duties
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Translate strategic goals into actionable priorities across housing, civil, and maintenance programs
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Build solid relationships with traditional owners, board members, funders, and government partners
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Monitor infrastructure, service, and workforce requirements across 30+ Homelands to guide planning
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Manage program budgets, grant compliance, contracts, procurement, and financial acquittals
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Direct, coach, and support staff to expand career pathways for local Aboriginal employees
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The Experience You'll Bring
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Trade, technical, or professional qualification in construction, housing, or civil works
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Proven senior leadership experience overseeing operations, budgets, and grant-funded programs
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Demonstrated experience delivering services within remote or Aboriginal community contexts
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Strong knowledge of WHS, quality standards, and regulatory compliance requirements
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Current Australian Driver's Licence, NT Ochre Card, and National Police Check (or ability to obtain)
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Benefits That Support You and Your Journey
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In return for your commitment and contribution,



you'll receive a host of great benefits, including:
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Salary and Financial Benefits
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Market-competitive salary, reflective of the seniority and scope of the role
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Generous Salary Packaging of up to $18,550, available through BHAC's not-for-profit status, providing tax-free benefits on housing, meals and entertainment
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17.5% Annual Leave Loading
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Relocation, Accommodation and Family Support
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$3,000 Relocation Assistance
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Basic Furnished Accommodation provided in Maningrida, NT
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Employment Opportunities for partners across BHAC programs, including employment services, projects, corporate office, workshop administration and more
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Leave and Travel Benefits
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6 weeks' Annual Leave each year
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$3,000 Annual Travel Allowance after 12 months of service
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About the company
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Bawinanga Homelands Aboriginal Corporation is a progressive regional entity supporting 4,000 Aboriginal people across 30+ Homelands in West Arnhem Land. We specialise in community services, housing, civil works, and land management to keep culture, language, and community strong.
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Ready to Make an Impact?
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If you're an experienced senior leader who brings sound judgement, cultural respect, practical thinking and the ability to turn community needs into action, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful contribution across Maningrida and the Homelands.

📌 General Manager (Darwin)
🏢 Bawinanga Homelands Aboriginal
📍 Darwin