Job description
Agency Attorney-General Department Work unit Local Court
Job title Building and Operations Manager - North Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $90,946 - $95,468 Location Darwin
Position number 10457 RTF 352889 Closing 05/08/2026
Contact Officer Alexis Seubert on 08 8999 6360 or [email protected]
About the agency https://justice.nt.gov.au
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=352889
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR
TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity
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 Building and Operations Manager (North) coordinates facility management, building maintenance, contractor services, security
systems, procurement and business support activities to ensure the safe, efficient and effective operation of the Darwin Local
Court precinct and associated court facilities.
Context statement
The Building and Operations Manager (North) exercises initiative and judgement in resolving operational issues, coordinating
contractors and supporting business operations, and participates in after-hours responses for building and security incidents.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide operational, administrative and business support to the Principal Registrar and Director and Senior Registrar (North).
2. Coordinate building maintenance, facility improvements, security systems and contractor services across court facilities,
including monitoring works, conducting inspections and responding to operational issues
3. Administer building access, security processes and operational systems to support the safe and efficient operation of court
facilities.
4. Undertake procurement, contract administration and financial activities in accordance with Northern Territory Government
policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
5. Manage operational assets, facilities, equipment and business support services to ensure continuity of service delivery and
effective court operations.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. High-level interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with a broad
range of stakeholders.
2. Demonstrated experience in facility management, building maintenance coordination, contractor management and operational
service delivery.
3. Demonstrated experience in procurement, financial administration and contract administration processes.
4. Well-developed organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate projects and meet competing
deadlines.
5. Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
6. Demonstrated initiative, sound judgement and problem-solving skills in a complex operational environment.
Desirable
1. Knowledge of Northern Territory Government procurement and contract management frameworks.
2. Experience in security systems administration, facilities coordination or contractor management.
Further information
The preferred applicant/s will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to commencement of employment. An adverse
criminal history will not necessarily exclude an applicant from this position.
