NT Government Health Grounds Role - Physical 3 Grade in Columbus
Career & Market Insight
This is an entry-to-mid level physical/trades-support role (Physical 3 classification) within the Northern Territory Department of Health, focused on grounds maintenance and waste management across remote health clinics in Central Australia.
Compensation context: The base salary of AUD $67,945–$70,839 (total package up to $83,807) is in line with NT public sector Physical 3 classifications. The NT government typically supplements remote roles with allowances, which the total package figure reflects. This is competitive for a physical role in the NT public sector.
Skills and experience developed:
- Grounds and facility maintenance in remote and challenging environments
- Waste management operations and compliance
- Working within a government health context and reporting structures
- Cross-cultural communication — Central Australia involves significant engagement with Indigenous communities
Green flags: Government job security, defined classification and pay bands, and the opportunity to work in one of Australia's most unique and culturally significant regions.
Considerations: Alice Springs is a remote posting with limited career advancement pathways within this specific classification unless transitioning into fleet management or health facility coordination roles. Work-life balance is typical of physical government roles — set hours, no remote work. Candidates should be prepared for the physical demands of outdoor work in extreme heat.
Vacancy Number: 043183
Agency: Department of Health
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Unit: Primary Health Care – Business Support
Location: Alice Springs, Northern Territory
Experience Level: Physical 3
Primary Objective: Under the general direction of the Fleet Officer and relevant remote Health Centre Manager, establish and maintain facility grounds, remove green and general waste from remote clinic campuses and affiliated off-site facilities as required throughout Central Australia.
Remuneration Package: $80,383 – $83,807 (including salary $67,945 – $70,839)
Contact: Julie Casey — 08 8951 5816 or [email protected]
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