Company Description Rirratjingu Aboriginal Corporation (RAC), founded in 1984, represents the Rirratjingu people, the Indigenous Traditional Owners of land on the Gove Peninsula in the Northern Territory. The corporation focuses on building financial self-sufficiency to support long-term economic and social outcomes for its community. RAC works to deliver tangible benefits to its members, including programs, services, and opportunities that strengthen cultural, social, and economic wellbeing.

The organisation offers applicants the chance to contribute to meaningful, community-centered initiatives in a uniquely significant regional setting.

Role Description The Operations Capability Supervisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Nhulunbuy, NT, responsible for overseeing and improving day-to-day operational processes and capability across RAC. This position coordinates staff activities, monitors workflows, and ensures operational standards, policies, and procedures are consistently followed. The role involves identifying process gaps, implementing improvements, and supporting team members through coaching, training, and performance guidance.

The Operations Capability

Supervisor collaborates with leaders and stakeholders to align operations with community objectives, prepares operational reports,



and ensures resources are used effectively and safely. The role also supports risk management, compliance requirements, and fosters a culture of continuous improvement and respectful communication.

Qualifications

- Demonstrated skills in operations supervision, workflow coordination, and process improvement.
- Experience in team leadership, staff coaching, performance management, and capability development.
- Strong planning, prioritisation, and organisational skills, with attention to detail and follow-through.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including stakeholder engagement and report writing.
- Understanding of, or genuine willingness to learn about, working with Aboriginal corporations and community-led governance.
- Ability to work in office in Nhulunbuy, NT, including adaptability to remote/regional operating environments.
- Competence in basic digital tools (e.g., email, spreadsheets, document management) to support operational reporting.
- Relevant experience in operations, community services, administration, or a related field; formal qualifications in management, business, or similar disciplines are advantageous but not mandatory.
- Commitment to culturally safe, inclusive, and respectful work practices.

📌 Operations Supervisor (Nhulunbuy)
🏢 Rirratjingu Aboriginal
📍 Nhulunbuy