East Arnhem Regional Council is seeking an experienced and motivated Municipal Services Supervisor to lead the delivery of essential municipal services in Galiwinku.
This hands-on leadership role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant delivery of waste management, roads maintenance, public space upkeep, and community infrastructure services that directly support the health, safety and wellbeing of the community. If you enjoy leading teams, working outdoors and making a visible impact every day, this is an prospect to build a rewarding career while supporting a unique and culturally rich region.

Why Join Us?

- Make a real impact by delivering essential services that support the wellbeing, safety and liveability of the Galiwinku community.
- Competitive salary of $96,200.42 - $102,058.97 per annum (excluding superannuation), with annual reviews under the Enterprise Agreement.
- 6 weeks annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
- Subsidised housing, relocation assistance and repatriation support to help you settle into remote community living.
- Generous Locality Allowance of up to $8,010.20 per annum, plus additional remote area benefits including an outdoor allowance.
- Access to ongoing training, professional development and study support to help grow your career.
- Join a supportive, diverse and community-focused organisation committed to strengthening communities across East Arnhem.

About the Role
As the Municipal Services Supervisor, you will lead a team responsible for delivering safe, efficient and compliant municipal services across the community. You will oversee daily operations, coordinate staff and resources,



and ensure services are delivered to a high standard while maintaining compliance with workplace health, safety and environmental requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and supervise the Municipal Services team, ensuring safe, compliant and effective service delivery.
- Coordinate and oversee municipal services, including waste management, landfill operations, roads maintenance, public spaces, grounds maintenance, and community infrastructure.
- Manage daily work schedules, workforce performance, attendance and staff development.
- Ensure compliance with Work Health and Safety (WHS), environmental, Council and legislative requirements.
- Oversee the safe operation, inspection and maintenance of plant, vehicles, equipment and community assets.
- Coordinate municipal services responses during emergencies, severe weather events and other service disruptions.
- Maintain accurate operational, asset and compliance records while identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Other duties as reasonably directed by the Council Services Manager.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Relevant qualifications and/or substantial experience in municipal services, civil works, waste management, infrastructure maintenance, or a similar operational environment.
- A current Medium Rigid (MR) Driver Licence.




- Relevant plant and equipment competencies (such as loader, skid steer or backhoe operation).
- Demonstrated experience leading and supervising operational teams.
- Strong organisational, planning, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety and environmental compliance.
- The ability to work effectively in a remote community environment and build positive working relationships.

Ready to Make a Difference?
This is more than a supervisory role. It is an opportunity to lead essential services, support a remote community and make a meaningful contribution every day.
If you are a hands-on leader with experience in municipal services, civil works, waste management or infrastructure maintenance, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team dedicated to delivering quality services across East Arnhem.

How to Apply

Applications close: 28 October 2026
Apply online at: eastarnhem.nt.gov.au/employment/positions-vacant
Applicants must address the selection criteria outlined in the Position Description:
https://irp.cdn-website.com/79fa6d12/files/uploaded/Municipal+Services+Supervisor-6fcba4ef.pdf

Don't wait to apply. Applications will be assessed progressively as they are received, and East Arnhem Regional Council reserves the right to appoint before the closing date.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

East Arnhem Regional Council encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals who are passionate about supporting and strengthening remote communities.

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