At a Glance
- Tasks: Represent traditional landowners and manage sustainable land use in the Northern Territory.
- Company: Join the Central Land Council, a leader in Aboriginal land rights advocacy.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 5 weeks annual leave, and relocation assistance.
- Other info: Professional development opportunities and career progression await you!
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a diverse environment while supporting Aboriginal communities.
- Qualifications: Relevant qualifications and essential criteria must be met for consideration.
The predicted salary is between 83685 - 83685 $ per year.
Competitive Salary & benefits package, 5 weeks annual leave + paid Christmas. Relocation assistance and subsidised accommodation for up to 4 months. Professional Development Opportunities available.
OUR STORY
The Central Land Council (CLC) is a corporate Commonwealth entity established under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976. The CLC represents traditional landowners, native title holders and other Aboriginal people in the southern half of the Northern Territory—an area of almost 780,000 square kilometres. The CLC provides its constituents with advice, advocacy and practical assistance to support their aspirations, manage their land and realise and protect their rights.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN
Eligible Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. If an Aboriginal applicant is selected, the remaining non-Aboriginal applicants will not be assessed. Applicants must have relevant qualifications and demonstrate that they meet essential criteria in order to be considered. An applicant selected under this affirmative action plan will be required to provide evidence of their eligibility prior to commencement, such as:
- completed statutory declaration form, or
- supporting statement from an appropriate Aboriginal organisation
THE ROLE
Full-time, Fixed-Term Contract until 30 August 2027.
KEY FUNCTIONS
Represent the aspirations of traditional owners for the use and management of their land in designated CLC sub-regions and oversee responses to identified natural resource management and sustainable land use issues affecting their interests.
REMUNERATION & REMARKABLE BENEFITS
Base Salary Range: Starting from $83,685 p.a. (negotiable classification banding based on skills and experience, subject to CLC EA guidelines and authorised approval).
Why CLC is the employer of choice
- Salary Packaging (depending on eligibility): Tax-free salary packaging up to $15,900 per year for general living expenses plus $2,650 for meal entertainment benefits. Increases your net take-home pay by approximately $3,000–$6,000 per year!
- Superannuation: 15.4% Superannuation Guarantee (SG).
- District & Remote Allowance: approximately $3,910 per annum (single rate) or $7,170 per annum (with dependents rate).
- Other Generous Entitlements: 5 Weeks Annual Leave per year with 17.5% leave loading | Paid Christmas / New Year Shutdown (bonus leave!) | 18 Days Personal/Carer's Leave + Cultural Leave entitlements under CLC EA | Leave Airfares Allowance | Relocation Assistance (if applicable) | Temporary accommodation support for interstate or intrastate candidates moving to Alice Springs, and much more!
The Central Land Council is dedicated to delivering ongoing professional development and career progression for its people. You will have the opportunity to undertake professional development and to take part in a number of new projects as the organisation continues to grow and innovate. Most importantly, this role will allow you to work in a diverse environment where you affect real change.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS
- Ochre card (working with vulnerable people check)
- National police clearance
- Driver's licence
CONTACT DETAILS
Closing Date: Thursday, 27 August 2026 or earlier, should a suitable candidate be found earlier. For further information about this role, please contact Julie Palmer (08) 8951 6211. For more information about the application process please contact Evan Lam (Recruitment Officer) on (08) 8951 6211.
Total effective package includes: base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, relocation assistance, annual airfare allowance and salary packaging options. Annual progression within the salary scale is subject to satisfactory performance. Progression is in accordance with annual increments set out in an enterprise agreement. The filling of this vacancy is an affirmative measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975.
LM012 - Land Management Officer in Alice Springs employer: Central Land Council
The Central Land Council is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the advocacy and protection of Aboriginal peoples' rights in a culturally rich environment. With competitive salaries, generous benefits including salary packaging and relocation assistance, and a strong commitment to employee growth and development, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that values diversity and innovation. Located in Alice Springs, this role not only provides a fulfilling career but also the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community.
