Coordinator Housing, Facilities

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Join Our Team as Coordinator Housing, Facilities & Special Projects About Us At MacDonnell Regional Council (MRC), we're proud to call the heart of Australia our home. Spanning a breathtaking 270,000 square kilometres, our region is a land of contrast and beauty—think serene waterholes, vibrant desert sands, rugged mountain ranges, and an abundance of unique flora and fauna. Our workforce reflects the rich cultural diversity of our region, with 78% of our team being Aboriginal. We honour and respect the traditions and perspectives of our community, so understanding Aboriginal culture—or a willingness to learn—is essential. About The Role As the Coordinator Facilities & Projects, you will be responsible for coordinating property and tenancy functions for MacDonnell Regional Council (MRC), planning, delivering and reporting of designated projects. You will also provide relevant financial and compliance reporting to MRC staff and external parties, procurement & freight coordination as per policy and travel to 13 communities to conduct training sessions for staff as required. This position is based in Alice Springs and approximately 20% of work time will be spent travelling to and working in remote communities—including overnight stays—in the MacDonnell Regional Council area of service. Why Join Us? Competitive Salary: Starting at $98,883 per annum. Supporting a work-life balance with: Annual Leave: 6 weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading. RDOs: Entitlement to 3.51 hours for each pay period (for 76 hours worked). Christmas Shutdown Gifted Leave: 3 days gifted leave between Christmas and New Year. Personal Leave: Feel supported with 12 days paid personal/carers leave each year to support your health and wellbeing, or to care for a loved one when it matters most. Cultural & Ceremonial Leave: Access to 10 days paid leave to attend cultural and religious obligations. Parental Leave: 8 weeks leave for the primary caregiver 2 weeks leave for the non-primary caregiver Study Leave: Access up to 15 days study leave to support your professional development and learning goals. NAIDOC public holiday: An additional public holiday to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Superannuation Benefits: Enjoy 12% employer contributions. Meaningful Work: Be part of a team that values cultural diversity and makes a real impact in the community Who We're Looking For Are you an experienced Coordinator who thrives in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment? Do you love being the go‑to person to address complex problems, which may involve gathering and analysing additional information, who hold or working towards post‑secondary qualification in Business, Administration and or Project Management and possess considerable experience in these areas and asset management. If so, we'd love to hear from you. To Succeed In This Role, You'll Need Extensive experience in facilities, assets, or project management. Ability to acquire a NT Ochre Card and satisfactory completion of a Criminal History Check and hold a current driver's licence. Tertiary Qualification in Business, Administration or Project Management. Most importantly, we're looking for someone who is adaptable, collaborative, and passionate about making a difference. Ready to Apply? For more details, check out the Position Description or get in touch with our Manager Housing & Facilities at . Applications will remain open until we find the perfect candidate—so don't wait Important Information The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (cth), and s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (NT). Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants will therefore be given priority consideration and preference in selection if they meet all essential selection criteria and are suitable at the level of the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr