Central Desert Regional Council

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Who Are We?

We are passionate about empowering our communities, we want to make a difference and as a team we work together with a strategy of ‘Two Ways - One Outcome’.

Our goal is to foster quality living, and develop sustainable communities with strong local involvement and employment.

We want proud communities, strong communities, and connected communities!

Central Desert Regional Council (CDRC) is a local government authority covering an area over 282,000 Sq. kilometres. CDRC builds sustainable communities through traditional local government services such as waste management, road repair and upgrades, and community services (Community Safety, Children’s Services; Youth, Sport and Recreation, Aged Care) in 12 communities to the North of Alice Springs: Lajamanu, Ti Tree, Wilora, Nturiya, Pmara Jutunta, Willowra, Laramba, Nyirripi, Yuelamu, Atitjere, Engawala and Yuendumu. The Central Desert area is considered remote and disadvantaged and over 80% of the population is Aboriginal.

The Role

In this unique role, you'll develop and implement strategic animal health programs while working collaboratively with communities to promote responsible pet ownership and deliver measurable health and safety outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate regional animal management programs, including veterinary visits.

Promote responsible pet ownership through community education and engagement.

Monitor and report on companion animal health and demographics.

Work collaboratively with council staff, schools, and external stakeholders.

Ensure compliance with relevant animal management legislation.

About You

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

Experience in companion animal management, especially in remote communities.

Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

A collaborative approach to working in culturally diverse environments.

A valid manual driver’s license and willingness to travel to remote areas.

What’s on Offer?

Fast growing career

Generous base salary (Level 8 : Base Salary: $98,396.47 / Package $111,927.40)

6 weeks’ Annual Leave accrued per year

12 public holiday days per year

12 extra days off in lieu (TOIL)

1 additional holiday for NAIDOC day

3 additional days between Christmas and New Year's

15 days Personal Leave accrued per year

17.5% leave loading

And much more!

We offer an excellent work/life balance giving you the opportunity to explore this iconic region. For more information, refer to the position description below.

To Apply

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We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions. To view all current jobs at Central Desert Regional Council, please visit our Careers page.

Please note:

Applications submitted by other methods will not be considered.

Applications will not be considered if the selection criteria questions are not answered in at least 50 words.

Position open until filled.