Program Coordinator

Agency Department of Logistics and Infrastructure Work unit Land Servicing - Housing and Land Servicing

Job title Program Coordinator Designation Administrative Officer 7

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $120,877 - $130,039 Location Darwin

Position number 23974 RTF 358195 Closing 02/11/2026

Contact officer Joel Tinley on 08 8946 5087 or [email protected]

About the agency https://dli.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=358195

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QUALIFICATIONS.
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Primary objective
Provide high level program management support, including establishment of systems and process improvements to streamline program

delivery within the Land Servicing team.

Context statement
The Land Servicing unit is responsible for program management, design and construction of subdivisions, land servicing infrastructure,

including trunk infrastructure, across the Northern Territory. The unit delivers projects of varying size and complexity to either develop

land or adequately service it for future development. Projects delivered are diverse and generally include all essential service disciplines

including roads, drainage, water, power, sewerage, and communications etc.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Monitor program budget control, cash flow, and currency of the Land Servicing (LS) programs including headwork, subdivision, and

infill projects.

2. Managing funding support requests from Project Engineers, Project Managers and other internal stakeholders, including program

budget review, funding allocation approval, and recording within the programs.

3. Preparation of monthly program performance reports including Ministerials, Legislative Assembly briefs, memorandums, and other ad

hoc briefs/reports as required.

4. Be the designated LS Panel Contract Manager, coordinating with the team in delivering works through the existing consultancy panel

including invoicing, work order preparation and release, quotation assessment and award, work order status recording, and other related

administrative functions.

5. Review and create program delivery processes to assist in the delivery of the LS programs.

6. Contribute to a culture of responsiveness and achievement with a focus on improving the effectiveness and efficiency of client focused

services including implementation of process changes (change management).

7. Coordinate forward works planning/strategic management and resourcing across the team while working in close coordination with the

Project Director and Managers.

8. Assist in recruitment and procurement processes and activities for the unit.

Selection criteria
Essential

1. Proven experience in developing and implementing program, project, and financial management processes and reporting

frameworks for a program of infrastructure or building works.

2. Ability to coordinate a number of competing projects with Government, non-government, and contracted providers.

3. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, with proven

ability to engage effectively across cultures.

4. Well-developed written and oral communication skills with proven ability to prepare quality communication documents.

5. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, with high level organisational skills, demonstrated reliability, and a

high level of initiative, with the ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities, manage pressure and meet tight deadlines.

6. Demonstrated experience in procurement processes, and change management.

Desirable

1. A relevant qualification awarded by an Australian Institution in engineering, contract or project management, finance, or business

management, or equivalent.

2. A current NT ‘C’ class driver’s licence or equivalent, physically able to drive 4x4 vehicles for long distances, travel by various means

including by light aircraft, and preparedness to work for short periods in remote communities.