We employ hundreds of Territorians in technical, professional, and customer service roles, and there are regular opportunities to join the Power and Water team. We're a government-owned corporation, offering the benefits and protections of the NT Public Service, along with the chance to be part of the team that keeps the lights on and water running for Territorians every day.
On this page: Current vacancies | Register your interest | Tips for applying |
Vacancy Number: 042440
Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time
Primary objective: This role seeks to ensure the successful connection and integration of major connection projects in the Northern Territory regulated power systems in accordance with codes, regulations, policy and procedure, on behalf of the Power System Controller.
Special Instructions: Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
Contact: Sam Latz on 08 8924 5513
Vacancy Number: 050836
Vacancy Types: Fixed (Temporary) - Full Time
Primary objective: The General Manager Operating Model leads the design and execution of the Operating Model program, delivering best-practice transformation outcomes for Power and Water. This role provides proactive, high-level strategic advice and updates to the Board, Chief Executive, and executive leadership team, ensuring alignment with organisational goals and driving sustainable, efficient operations. An Executive contract of up to 4 years may be offered.
Special Instructions: Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
Contact: Jason Howe, Executive General Manager Customer Strategy and Regulation on 08 8985 8456
Vacancy Number: 013587
Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time
Primary objective: Install and maintain Power and Water Corporation’s telecommunications systems and ancillary electronic equipment throughout the Northern Territory in an efficient and effective manner.
Special Instructions: Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
Contact: Troy Barnes on 08 8985 7144
Vacancy Number: 031000
Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time
Primary objective: Responsible for undertaking installation, inspection, maintenance and repair activities on network systems throughout the Northern Territory, as required
Special Instructions: Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy
Contact: Tony Wilson on 0427 599 589
Vacancy Number: 013819
Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time
Primary objective: Coordinate the property and asset portfolio of Power and Water and its subsidiary Indigenous Essential Services Pty Ltd by providing specialised advice on land and property matters for current and future projects and assets.
Special Instructions: Under the Agency’s Special Measures recruitment plan eligible Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
Contact: Kate Walker, Property Manager on 08 8985 7212
Vacancy Number: 013033
Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time
Primary objective: Undertake identification, development and options recommendation for investment in the power system across the Northern Territory including regulated, Indigenous Essential Services and minor centres.
Special Instructions: Under the Agency’s Special Measures recruitment plan eligible Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
Contact: Goutham Maddirala on 08 8924 5009
Vacancy Number: 013467
Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time
Primary objective: Manage a centre of excellence for customer related connections and coordinate with electrical installers, retailers, consultants and Power and Water work groups to ensure customers’ new electrical connections and upgraded connections are completed within nominated timeframes and in line with electricity supply industry codes.
Special Instructions: Under the Agency’s Special Measures recruitment plan eligible Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
Contact: Thanh Tang on 08 8924 5729
Vacancy Number: 013420
Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time
Primary objective: As part of Power and Water’s commercial activities, be part of the Supply Relationship Management team to enhance the level of professional contract management by managing ‘general ‘or ‘enabling’ contracts for the Corporation and assisting the Integrated Works Management and Project Delivery Management Contract Managers to implement the Contract Management Framework to achieve greater contract outcomes and value for money. As part of this team carry out the Contract Manager role for General contracts and provide strategic and tactical contract management advice to Integrated Works Management and Project Delivery Management.
Special Instructions: Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy.
Contact: Anne-Marie Cruickshank, Manager Supplier Relationship on 0401 117 996
Don't let opportunities pass you by.
Get vacancies emailed to you as soon as they become available from the Northern Territory Government online job application system eRecruit.
In the Northern Territory Public Sector, job selection is based on the merit principle.
Under this principle, Power and Water employs, promotes and transfers employees based on their suitability to:
Selection criteria are different to merit criteria. While the selected applicant must meet all the essential selection criteria, they must also have the best knowledge, skill, qualifications and experience to fulfil the role.
A candidate needs to show ambition, direction and a desire to better themselves so the selection panel can determine future potential.
There are lots of different ways to demonstrate merit. The components of merit aren’t always given equal weight. There are times when existing knowledge and experience are the most critical factors in a role. At other times, it’s better to take on someone with less experience but more skill.
For example, your qualifications may not be as high as another candidate, but your work experience and willingness to do what’s needed to add value might be more important to the team.
Or, you could have qualifications that are higher than what we need for the role, but the fact you worked hard to qualify in a special interest area may show your ambition, direction and desire to better yourself.
There are lots of different ways to demonstrate merit. The components of merit aren’t always given equal weight. There are times when existing knowledge and experience are the most critical factors in a role. At other times, it’s better to take on someone with less experience but more skill.
For example, your qualifications may not be as high as another candidate, but your work experience and willingness to do what’s needed to add value might be more important to the team.
Or, you could have qualifications that are higher than what we need for the role, but the fact you worked hard to qualify in a special interest area may show your ambition, direction and desire to better yourself.
So, how can you stand out?
For each selection criteria, always consider your:
Give clear examples of each. Write in plain English, using fewer words to say more.
Limit your job application to a one-page summary sheet with an attached resume setting out experience, qualifications, duties and achievements in previous roles, and contact details for current and other relevant referees.
While you can demonstrate your knowledge and qualifications through formal study or work experience, skills and potential are harder to define.
Potential is more than just a feeling we have about someone based on their writing style or personality.
You can show your potential by describing your capabilities.
For example, you might explain how you picked up a new piece of information quickly, came up with an improved way of doing something and shared this with the team or worked flexibly to achieve a goal.
When your referees reinforce your stories of achievement, it strengthens your credibility.
People have lots of different skills, even if they’re working in similar roles. Therefore, it’s vital for you to demonstrate the required skills, as well as those extra skills that place you at an advantage.
If you’re applying for a role in a team, but have mainly worked on your own or without direction, show examples of how you approach collaboration outside of work.
Remember, skills can be transferable. You may not have led a team of engineers, but you have demonstrated leadership through project management. Let us know.
Every year, we take on school leavers and adults to undertake apprenticeships and traineeships in electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, plumbing and linework. Find out more about apprenticeships and traineeships here.
If you enjoy working outdoors, with your hands and in your community - becoming an Essential Services Operator may be the job for you.
For more information on how to apply for a job within the public sector, visit the Office of the Commissioner for Public Employment website.
Learn about Apprenticeships, Traineeships and Graduates Learn about Remote Essential Services Operators Office of the Commissioner for Public Employment website
Pruen Rd - 56
