Administration Assistant Trainee

• Location: Nhulunbuy
• Status: Full-time Fixed-Term (24 Months)

Are you ready to take the first step towards a rewarding career NLC is searching for our next enthusiastic Trainee to join our dynamic Regional Development team in Nhulunbuy.

Youll be paid while you work towards a nationally recognised Certificate gaining valuable hands-on experience alongside our supportive Regional Development team. With a collaborative approach to coaching and mentoring youll be guided every step of the way as you build your skills and confidence.

About the Role

This position sits within the Regional Development team in the Nhulunbuy office and funded by the Employment Pathways Program. This position will be responsible for providing day to day administrative support to the regional office in order to effectively and efficiently service the needs of the branch and the Northern Land Council (NLC). The successful candidate must be willing to enrol in a Certificate II III or IV in a qualification related to their position and is committed to learning. This position will also report to the Education and Employment Pathways Manager over the course of the traineeship on outcomes related to learning and development.

What You Will Bring

Youre punctual and reliable with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude that helps you manage tasks efficiently. Your interpersonal skills enable you to work well with colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation. Youre committed to learning and professional growth always following NLCs values policies and safety standards. Your dedication to excellence and teamwork will help you contribute to a safe supportive and successful workplace.

In addition to this you will have: -

• Completion of year 10 high school or previous work experience.
• Completion of year 10 high school or previous work experience.
• Good attention to detail and a demonstrated ability to work with a range of computer software products in particular Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• The ability to confidently and respectfully communicate with people across the organisation as well as Traditional Owners (TOs) our constituents and members of the general public.
• The ability to be punctual and have excellent attendance to work and study commitments

For a full copy of the Position Description refer to the link provided below.

Whats in it for you

You get to work in a friendly and dynamic team environment fostering professional growth and collaboration. We can provide an excellent work life balance with a level of flexibility that allows you to work not just in the business but on the business. This role provides a unique opportunity to support our Aboriginal communities in the NLC Region.

We offer:

• A base salary of $54869 per annum per annum plus15% superannuationandsalary sacrificingup to $15900 Meal Entertainment and Holiday Accommodation benefits up to $2650 per year.
• Other benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:

• • District allowanceof up to $4631 per annum for individuals with dependents and $2539 without dependents.
  • 5weeks annual leave leaving loading 18 days personal leave;
  • Paid Christmasclose down;
  • Upon completion of 12 months of service anAnnual airfare with a net (in hand) value of $3177

Interested applicants should send a copy of their CV along with a cover letter outlining why you are interested in this position and what they would like to achieve

Please note that this is an identified Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander position therefore this position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only. This is a genuine occupation requirement and is in accordance with special measures as provided in the legislation.

If you have any further queries please contact: Leigh Crossman on

Applications Close: Thursday 23 October 2025

About the NLC

Cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to the work that we do here at NLC. The Northern Land Council (NLC) was established 50 years ago under the Aboriginal Land Rights (NT) Act in 1976 to assist Aboriginal people in the Top End of the NT to acquire and manage their traditional lands waters and seas. We are committed to enhancing Aboriginal peoples social political and economic participation by supporting their aspirations and amplifying their voices on a range of issues impacting on their lands seas culture and communities.