Employment | West Arnhem Regional Council

Work in West Arnhem

One of the largest employers in the region, West Arnhem Regional Council is a vibrant and energetic organisation that provides a range of local government services to residents of West Arnhem Land.

Our headquarters are located in Jabiru, in the middle of the World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. We have offices in the mainland towns of Maningrida and Gunbalanya and on the island communities of Warruwi (South Goulburn Island) and Minjilang (Croker Island).

If you want to live and work in stunning Kakadu or Arnhem Land, help build a better community for you, your friends and family, then working for West Arnhem Regional Council may be the job for you.

All employment benefits and conditions are outlined in our West Arnhem Regional Council 2024 Enterprise Agreement.

Current Vacancies

Community Care Officer - Gunbalanya

Great permanent part-time position in community care with up to 20 hours per week! Open until filled

Wellbeing Services Coordinator - Jabiru

Located in the heart of the Kakadu National Park - Jabiru Special measures apply

Human Resources Manager - Darwin NT

Come and enjoy Darwin's relaxed lifestyle, tropical living and outdoor adventures. Time to combine work and adventure! Special measures apply

Diploma Qualified Child Care Senior Officer - Warruwi

Exciting full-time role for an experience Diploma qualified Child care officer. Relocation assistance and subsidised accommodation available. Special measure apply Open until filled

Early Childhood Educator Assistant - Jabiru (Certificate III required)

Located in the heart of the Kakadu National Park. Consideration will only be given to individuals who have earned a Cert 3 or higher. Special measures apply

Retail and Post Office Team Leader - Jabiru NT

If you’re ready to lead with enthusiasm and make a difference in Jabiru, we want to hear from you! Bring your skills, passion, and energy to our team today. Take the first step toward an exciting new…

Community Care Cook - Gunbalanya

20 hours per week, Open until filled Special measures apply

Administration Officer - Business Development, Jabiru NT

Work in the beautiful Kakadu National Park, where you can wake up to amazing views and enjoy nature every day. Furnished accommodation available Special Measures apply

Grants Coordinator - Darwin

This dynamic position offers the opportunity to showcase your expertise in grant writing, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement, all while contributing to meaningful change in the Northern…

Waste and Resource Coordinator - Darwin

Located in Darwin NT This position is open until filled.

You can read more about what West Arnhem Regional Council has to offer you here.

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