Job description
Agency Department of Tourism and Hospitality Work unit Park Development and Strategic Projects Job title Senior Planner Designation Professional 2

Job type
Full Time Duration Ongoing Salary $95,697
- $114,104 Location Katherine, Darwin Position number 25656 RTF 358203 Closing 18/10/2026 Contact Officer Paris Dickson on 08 8999 4502 or [email protected] About the agency https://nt.gov.au/parks Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358203 APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS. Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website. Primary objective Provide expert planning, policy and project management services to support the sustainable management of the NT park estate. Coordinate and deliver strategic planning initiatives, statutory management plans, joint management outcomes and policy projects that contribute to effective protected area management and positive outcomes for Traditional Owners, stakeholders and the community. Context statement The position works with a dispersed team to support the Savannah, Gulf Park region to deliver key objectives of the role. It is preferred that the position is based at Katherine or Palmerston. Key duties and responsibilities 1. Contribute to the review and development of statutory management plans, strategic policies and planning frameworks to support the effective management of NT Parks and reserves. 2. Manage complex planning and strategic projects and programs,



including coordinating multidisciplinary teams, consultants and stakeholders to deliver agreed outcomes. 3. Provide advice on protected area management, park development, conservation planning, legislation and policy to support informed decision-making. 4. Represent Parks and Wildlife in various forums and build and maintain effective partnerships with Traditional Owners, Land Councils, Aboriginal organisations, government agencies, industry and community stakeholders to support cooperative management outcomes. 5. Prepare high-quality reports, briefing papers, submissions and other strategic documentation for senior management, governance bodies and government. Selection criteria Essential 1. A degree or equivalent qualification in protected area planning, environmental science, natural resource management, community development or similar. 2. Highly developed project management skills with the ability to coordinate complex projects involving multiple stakeholders. 3. Well-developed written communication skills, including preparation of policy documents, management plans, reports and executive briefings. 4. Strong stakeholder engagement, consultation and negotiation skills, particularly in cross-cultural environments, with demonstrated ability to build productive partnerships with diverse stakeholder groups including Aboriginal organisations and Traditional Owners. 5. Highly developed interpersonal and verbal communication skills and to confidently present and facilitate meetings. 6. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, work to agreed programs and meet deadlines. Desirable 1. Working knowledge of relevant legislation and contemporary protected area management principles. 2. Experience using spatial information systems and environmental data to inform planning outcomes. Further information The position may be required to drive corporate vehicles and travel to remote sites, including on occasion, over long distances, off-road and overnight.

📌 Senior Planner (Darwin)
🏢 NT Government - Department of Tourism and Hospitality
📍 Darwin