Job description
Agency Department of Logistics and Infrastructure Work unit Built Infrastructure – Regions

Job title Project Manager Designation Technical 5

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $107,238 - $116,744 Location Nhulunbuy

Position number 25166 RTF 358234 Closing 10/11/2026

Contact officer Kris McConnell on 0419 030 456 or [email protected]

About the agency https://dli.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358234
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
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. Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special
Measures plans, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
The role is responsible for the delivery of a range of assigned Capital Works, Minor Works and Maintenance projects for Northern
Territory Government (NTG) agencies in the Nhulunbuy Region and provides technical and project management advice and
assistance in relation to projects and contracts being managed.

Context statement




Department of Infrastructure Planning and Logistics provides strategic advice and policy on a whole-of-government basis for
infrastructure planning, building sustainability issues, energy management and capital works project definition, to ensure built
assets are fit for purpose and consider life cycle costs. Allocated projects may vary significantly in their scope, size and complexity,
and are managed concurrently.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Manage all phases of allocated trade-based project delivery and contract management, and provide high level assistance and

advice on project- and contract-related matters. Driving to project sites and meetings with stakeholders will be required.
2. Recommend, implement and administer appropriate construction contracts and provide regular reporting of project status.
3. Assess resources/skills needs for the delivery of projects and build and maintain excellent stakeholder relationships.
4. Ensure projects meet the requirements of the NT Building Act, Construction Code and Australian Standards as applied in the NT.
5. Carry out all duties in accordance with Departmental WHS, EEO and environmental guidelines.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. A Certificate or Diploma in building or a trade qualification or equivalent experience in a field of technical work closely related to





the duties of the position.
2. Strong current technical knowledge and extensive experience in the Construction Code, relevant to the area of specialisation,

relating to the delivery of infrastructure projects in a client focused, cross-cultural environment.
3. Substantial knowledge and experience in building project and contract management, including assessing and managing human

and financial resources, with broad knowledge and experience in procurement, contract conditions and interpretation of
legislation

4. Knowledge of project reporting and processes in planning, implementing and evaluating projects, with well-developed IT
knowledge and skills including MS Office-based software, project management tools and mainframe systems.

5. Good understanding of factors that may impact on project outcomes for the relevant agency and ability to ensure functional
briefs are understood and match agency requirements.

6. Effective oral and written communication and negotiation and problem-solving ability.
7. Ability to manage pressure and change, analyse risk, apply discretion, initiative, confidentiality and adaptability, and meet

deadlines.
8. An ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures.
9. Current NT Drivers licence or ability to obtain.

Desirable
1. Diploma in Project Management, Government Contract Management or similar
2. Sound knowledge of business management and business drivers in a commercial setting.

Further information
The position will require a National Criminal History check, an Ochre Card and a White Card (NT).

📌 Project Manager (Nhulunbuy)
🏢 Department of Logistics and Infrastructure
📍 Nhulunbuy