Works Coordinator

Works Coordinator

📍 Katherine, Northern Territory
🕐 Full-time | Level 6

Lead Municipal Works & Make a Real Impact in the Community

Step into a leadership role where you will coordinate and deliver essential infrastructure and municipal services across Katherine. From roads and parks to facilities and public spaces, your work will directly shape the community.

Why Join Us

• Lead and coordinate Council works programs across the municipality

• Stable local government role with leadership responsibility

• Enjoy Katherine’s lifestyle – community, nature, and NT living

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager Infrastructure and Municipal, you will coordinate the delivery of scheduled and reactive municipal works, ensuring services are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with Council priorities.

You will:

• Plan and coordinate works programs across roads, parks, gardens, and Council assets

• Lead and supervise the Works Team, including performance, training, and development

• Ensure strong Work Health and Safety (WHS) compliance, including SWMS and JSA processes

• Manage service requests and ensure timely completion of works

• Oversee asset maintenance, including buildings, roads, footpaths, and infrastructure

• Coordinate plant, equipment, and resources to support service delivery

• Monitor and manage budgets and procurement to achieve value for money

• Maintain and improve work scheduling, reporting, and operational processes

This is a hands-on leadership role combining works coordination, team management, WHS compliance, and asset management.

Why Katherine

Katherine is the gateway to the Northern Territory’s Big Rivers region—offering a relaxed lifestyle, strong community connection, and access to iconic natural attractions like Nitmiluk Gorge.

Enjoy:

• Affordable living and short commute times

• Outdoor lifestyle with fishing, camping, and national parks

• A welcoming and supportive regional community

About You

You will bring:

• Experience coordinating municipal works, construction, or infrastructure services

• Proven ability leading and managing operational teams

• Strong knowledge of Work Health and Safety (WHS) practices and compliance

• Experience managing works programs, schedules, and service delivery

• Ability to manage budgets, resources, and plant/equipment

• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage staff and stakeholders

Essential Requirements

• Current NT Driver’s Licence

• Current HR Licence

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role

• Demonstrated experience in WHS compliance and safe work practices

Desirable

• Local government experience

• Trade or tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline

Apply Now

Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and addressing the positions key responsibilities .