Tangentyere Council is a community controlled Public Benevolent Institution delivering human services and social enterprise activities for the benefit of Aboriginal people from the Town Camps and Central Australia.
First incorporated in 1979, the organisation was a finalist in the 2016 Reconciliation Australia, Indigenous Governance Awards and is one of the 10 largest Aboriginal Corporations in Australia.
At Tangentyere, our jobs are varied and range from administrative to professional fields.
We have a strong commitment to the employment of local Aboriginal staff, valuing this as a core feature of any culturally competent service, as well as the capacity development of Aboriginal people. The majority of our workforce is Aboriginal. Inherent within TCAC employment of local Aboriginal people is the concept of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
With a dedicated and friendly workforce, generous entitlements, and challenging and rewarding roles, Tangentyere Council offers an ideal workplace for people interested in working in Aboriginal Community Services.
Tangentyere Council is committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Everyone working at Tangentyere Council is responsible for the care and protection of children and reporting information about child abuse.
Our recruitment and vetting practices are strictly adhered to during the application and interviewing process. Applicants should be aware that we carry out working with children, police checks and reference checks for all candidates to ensure that we are recruiting the right people.
Employee Benefits
Tangentyere is pleased to offer attractive employee benefits, including:
Generous leave entitles including 6 weeks annual leave, with 17.5% leave loading, and Healthy Lifestyle Leave
Attractive remote area Salary Sacrifice arrangements available to permanent part time and full time staff
Long Service Leave available, pro rata after 7 years continuous service.
Additional allowances include bilingual, first aid, travel
Guaranteed remuneration whilst on Jury Service
Contact Human Resources
4 Elder Street,
Alice Springs NT 0870
T: (08) 8951 4222
Option 7
Grounds Maintenance Team Leader
Level: 5.1
Salary: $99,741 per annum/pro rata
Status: Permanent Full Time
The position is responsible for leading and coordinating grounds maintenance services across Tangentyere Council Town Camp Community Centres and fee for service yard maintenance in Town Camps and Amoonguna Community. The position provides day to day supervision of Grounds Maintenance Team Members, ensuring scheduled work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with work plans, WHS requirements, and organisational policies. The Team Leader is also responsible for supporting on the job training, skill development, and employability outcomes for Grounds Maintenance Team Members.
The Grounds Maintenance Team Leader works closely with the MES Coordinator to monitor work quality, team performance, and attendance, identify training needs, and ensure employability skills are embedded into daily tasks and job expectations.
The role is responsible for the care, maintenance, and safe storage of vehicles, plant, tools, and equipment used in grounds maintenance activities and for ensuring all relevant WHS policies and procedures are understood and adhered to by the Grounds Maintenance Team.
Closing date: 01/07/2026
Suitable applicants may be appointed prior to the closing date.
See for more information on how to apply.
