Discover the enchanting beauty of East Arnhem Land, where the rich Indigenous culture intertwines with Australia's most breathtaking landscapes.
From the vibrant hues of red bauxite soils to the pristine white sand coastlines, this is a place like no other.

Imagine an setting where your daily activities can include fishing, boating, camping, leisurely walks, and immersive explorations through diverse vegetation and landscapes, all conveniently accessible right outside your door.

At NCL, we are proud to offer you more than just a job; we provide an extraordinary work-life balance that enables you to embrace the natural wonders of this region.

Explore the numerous perks of joining our team by visiting our website for a comprehensive list of employee benefits.
Experience the magic of East Arnhem Land and join us on an unforgettable journey.

About Us:

As one Corporation, we work in close collaboration, delivering municipal services to the community of Nhulunbuy through our four discrete business units (Aviation, Community, Corporate Services and Infrastructure).

The Nhulunbuy Corporation is seeking a professional, positive and engaged People & Culture professional to join our Team. The People, Culture & Workforce Officer is a key member of the Nhulunbuy Corporation’s Executive Services Team, reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer with Supervision from Governance & Compliance Supervisor.

As an integral member of the Executive Services team, the successful candidate will provide professional Human Resources, Employee Relations and Workforce Development support across the organisation while helping foster a positive workplace culture and supporting strategic organisational objectives

Recognising that talent and experience come at a premium, we have developed an attractive remuneration package that exceeds many industry benchmarks and provides the opportunity to work closely with our Executive Leadership Team while contributing to the success of a unique regional organisation.

The People, Culture & Workforce Officer is responsible for supporting all aspects of the employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, workforce planning, industrial relations, employee wellbeing, learning and development, performance management and organisational development. The role also ensures compliance with employment legislation, Enterprise Agreements, Modern Awards, policies and best-practice HR principles.





Recognising talent and experience comes at a price and we have developed a salary package that exceeds industry benchmarks to attract the right person to become part of our Leadership team working directly alongside experienced individuals.

In addition to a market-competitive base-salary, the position is afforded remote-area travel assistance, generous superannuation and heavily subsidised housing with utilities, and a vehicle. The approximate total package range is negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.

Where we Are:

Nhulunbuy is a community of 3,400 and the regional centre for vast East Arnhem Land, located on the north-eastern tip of mainland Northern Territory. Adjacent to the Gulf of Carpentaria, our nature is rugged, vast in opportunity and exquisite in experience.

Our town is well serviced with two primary schools, high school, day care centres, hospital, medical centre, allied-health services and associated support industries in addition to several small to medium business enterprises, a variety of support industries and a major supermarket located in the vibrant Town Centre which is the melting pot of our community.

Enjoying your free time, we have a myriad of sporting clubs and associations supporting an active outdoor lifestyle, spectacular beaches within a few minutes’ drive and the opportunity to enjoy nature with fishing and camping on your doorstep. When it’s time for a getaway, take advantage of our daily jet aircraft services to both Darwin and Cairns, both cities having domestic and international connections available.

About the Role:

Key responsibilities include:

- Coordinating end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning activities.

- Providing advice on Enterprise Agreements, Modern Awards and employment legislation.

- Supporting employee relations, workplace investigations, grievance management and organisational change processes.

- Assisting managers with performance management, probation reviews and workforce development initiatives.

- Coordinating learning and development programs and maintaining compliance training records.





- Developing and maintaining HR policies, procedures and workforce resources.

- Preparing workforce reports, statistics and organisational metrics.

- Managing confidential employee records, HR systems and workforce information

About you:

To be successful, you will have:

Qualifications in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent experience.

Demonstrated experience in Human Resources and Industrial Relations.

Sound knowledge of the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards, Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements.

Experience supporting recruitment, employee relations and organisational development initiatives.

Excellent communication, consultation and relationship management skills.

Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and a commitment to confidentiality.

A current C Class Driver Licence.

What we Offer:

Salary package of $95,000 - $115,000 plus superannuation (dependent on qualifications and experience).
Remote Area Allowance.
5 weeks annual leave.
20% annual leave loading.
10 days personal leave.
Relocation assistance (subject to eligibility).
Ongoing professional development opportunities.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
A supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
The opportunity to enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living in beautiful Northeast Arnhem Land.

Why Join Us?

This is more than an HR role. It is an opportunity to influence organisational culture, support leaders, develop workforce capability and contribute to the success of a unique community-focused organisation.

If you are a motivated People & Culture professional looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, or you have relevant similar skills and experience, then we would like to hear from you. Obtaining further information is easy, contact us on (08) 8939 22***or download from our website www.ncl.net.au where you can find other information about our fantastic community.

Please submit a covering letter, your CV and your written response by 4 PM Friday 23 October 2026 by email to **@ncl.net.au.

All offers of employment are dependent on the successful completion of medical (including drug and alcohol) and criminal history checks. Relocation may be offered for the right candidate, subject to Nhulunbuy Corporation Relocation Policy.

📌 People, Culture & Workforce Officer (Nhulunbuy)
🏢 Nhulunbuy
📍 Nhulunbuy