Council Operations Officer

About Victoria Daly Regional Council

Victoria Daly Regional Council is committed to building strong and safe communities through close collaboration with residents, Traditional Owners, and local partners. We focus on providing dependable services that improve community well-being, encourage regional development, and ensure sustainability for the future. Our organization values responsiveness, customer service excellence, and building local capabilities to meet the varied needs of our communities.

Role Overview

Join our Council Operations team and actively participate in the care and maintenance of community assets and public spaces within Kalkarindji. As a Council Operations Officer, you will support parks, gardens, recreational facilities, waste management, and small civil engineering projects to meet community requirements.

Why You Will Enjoy This Role

• Engage in a diverse role that has a tangible positive effect on the local community.
• Participate in both parks and gardens upkeep alongside civil work activities.
• Benefit from a supportive, safety-conscious team atmosphere.
• Gain and expand skills across a variety of operational tasks.
• Play a key part in preserving community spaces that are regularly used and valued by residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out grounds maintenance on community lands and minor roadways.
• Operate mowing and whipper snipping machinery efficiently.
• Ensure all equipment and machinery are maintained to safe, clean, and serviceable standards.
• Promote a safe work environment by complying with Workplace Health and Safety regulations.

Candidate Profile

We seek a dependable and enthusiastic team player who enjoys outdoor work and is dedicated to delivering quality service. The ideal candidate has a practical approach, strong safety awareness, and the ability to work both independently and cooperatively.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Good verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to perform various operational duties and adapt to shifting priorities.
• Commitment to maintaining public community spaces with pride.
• Ability to work well in a team and autonomously.

Essential Qualifications and Checks

• White Card or willingness to obtain one.
• First Aid Certificate or ability to obtain it.
• Criminal History Check issued within the last three months.
• Current Working with Children’s Clearance (Ochre Card).
• Valid, unrestricted Driver’s Licence.

Additional Benefits

• Six weeks' annual leave plus 17.5% leave loading.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities customized to advance your career.
• Superannuation contributions and Remote Area Allowance to support your lifestyle.

Application Details

Applications must be submitted addressing the selection criteria and through the specified platform by August 13, 2026. Only applications meeting these requirements will be considered.

Organizational Values

Connection - Sustainability - Accountability - Collaboration