Job Description

$106,453–$113,407 + Super | Subsidised Housing | Relocation Assistance | 6 Weeks Annual Leave

Build essential infrastructure. Support remote communities. Enjoy real work–life balance.

West Daly Regional Council is seeking a qualified Carpenter to join our Trades team in Wadeye, Northern Territory. This permanent Council role offers excellent pay, strong job security and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference by maintaining and improving vital community buildings and facilities.

Why Join West Daly Regional Council

• Competitive salary: $106,453–$113,407 per annum + 12% Super
• Locality allowance of $3,000 per year
• Subsidised housing available in Wadeye
• Relocation assistance up to $5,000
• 6 weeks paid annual leave + 17.5% Leave Loading
• Additional NAIDOC Day public holiday
• Employee Assistance Program
• Permanent, full‑time local government employment
• Meaningful work supporting remote Indigenous communities
• Supportive team culture with long‑term career opportunities
• Experience a unique NT lifestyle surrounded by culture and country

About the Role

Reporting to the Trades Coordinator, you will deliver a broad range of carpentry, construction, repairs and maintenance works across Council‑owned buildings and infrastructure in Wadeye, Peppimenarti, Palumpa and surrounding homelands.

This hands‑on role suits a practical, reliable tradesperson who enjoys variety, autonomy and working as part of a collaborative team in a remote environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Deliver carpentry and building maintenance works to Council facilities
2. Carry out internal and external repairs, renovations and upgrades
3. Supervise and support a Trades Assistant
4. Mentor and engage Indigenous trainees
5. Prepare job estimates, material lists and work schedules
6. Manage tools, plant, stock and materials
7. Ensure compliance with WHS legislation and building codes
8. Complete reports, records and monthly updates
9. Maintain clean, safe and organised worksites
10. Perform works including:

• Carpentry, framing and fencing
• Tiling, plastering and painting
• Basic plumbing and concreting
• General maintenance and building repairs

About You

You are a motivated and safety‑focused Carpenter / Maintenance Tradesperson who works well independently and respects community, culture and teamwork.

Essential

• Trade qualification in Carpentry, Joinery or related building trade (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in building maintenance, construction or renovations
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings
• Sound knowledge of Work Health & Safety
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• White Card
• NT Driver’s Licence
• National Criminal History Check (or ability to obtain)
• Working with Children Card (or ability to obtain)
• Basic computer and reporting skills

Desirable

• Experience supervising or coordinating trades assistants
• MIG welding and concreting experience
• Machinery or plant tickets
• Working at Heights and Confined Spaces (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience working in remote or Indigenous communities

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

About West Daly Regional Council

West Daly Regional Council spans 14,000 km² across the remote communities of Wadeye, Peppimenarti and Nganmarriyanga, located 300–420 km south‑west of Darwin.

We deliver essential local government services that support safe, respectful and healthy communities. Guided by our mission to walk alongside culture, country and people, we work together to maintain infrastructure, provide services and create meaningful employment across the region.

Important Information

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia
• Pre‑employment checks include criminal history, right‑to‑work, qualification and licence verification
• Applications assessed as received
• Position open until filled

How to Apply:

• Click ‘Apply’ and submit your resume.
• For the full Position Description or enquiries, contact: recruitment@westdaly.nt.gov.au