• 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.

We are seeking a suitable qualified candidate for the role of Manager – Minerals and Energy, based in Alice Springs. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and motivated professional at one of Australia’s leading Aboriginal land councils. We are looking for someone who can bring strong leadership, sound judgement and the ability to build productive relationships with Traditional Owners, Native Title Holders, industry, government and other stakeholders. For the right person, this is more than a management role. It is an opportunity to live and work in a unique part of Australia and be part of a dynamic Aboriginal organisation. If you are looking for a role with purpose, responsibility and the opportunity to make a difference, we encourage you to apply.

 THE ROLE

MI001- Manager – Minerals and Energy

Full-Time – Fixed Term for 2 years

Please include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the Position Description.

 KEY FUNCTIONS

Under broad direction of the General Manager - Professional Services, this position is responsible for the effective coordination and management of the Minerals and Energy section functions and staff, ensuring compliance with CLC’s statutory functions under the Aboriginal Land Rights (Northern Territory) Act 1976 (Cth) and Native Title Act 1993 (Cth) in respect of mining activities within the CLC region.  The Manager is responsible for ensuring:

• Aboriginal peoples’ rights and interests are pursued and protected through the efficient processing of applications for exploration and production titles for minerals and petroleum in accordance with the CLC’s responsibilities under the Land Rights Act and Native Title Act.
• Effective and appropriate consultation occurs with traditional Aboriginal landowners and native title holders over exploration and production proposals on their land, and the CLC achieves outcomes consistent with their instructions and views.
• The CLC meets its obligations under exploration and production agreements, its responsibilities are undertaken effectively, and agreements are implemented efficiently for the benefit of traditional owners and native title holders.

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

REMUNERATION & REMARKABLE BENEFITS

Base Salary: $184,890.00 per annum

  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! Other benefits may be available depending on your personal circumstances.
• 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: $1700 | 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

If you're interested in using your skills to make a real difference apply now!

Closing Date: 25 September 2026 or earlier, should a suitable candidate be found earlier.

For further information about this role, please contact Josie Douglas (08) 8951 6211

For more information about the application process please contact Evan Lam (Recruitment Officer) on (08) 8951 6211 or jobs@clc.org.au.

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.