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.

Learn more about working with Power and Water

Current vacancies at Power and Water

Vacancy Number: 042629

Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time

Primary objective: The Principal Solution and Security Architect is an integral member of the Strategy and Architecture team within the broader Information, Communication and Technology Business Unit. The primary objective of the role is to ensure that all ICT solutions are selected, defined, governed, delivered and operated in line with Power and Water's obligations, whilst still ensuring ICT is responsive, effective and quantifiably supportive of the achievement of the business’ goals and objectives in a secure and sustainable fashion.

Special Instructions: Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer.

Contact: John Pye on 0439 937 689

Vacancy Number: 013715

Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time

Primary objective: To secure a highly calibre Senior Project Manager to develop and deliver programs, projects and contract management

Special Instructions: Power and Water values diversity in the workplace. Therefore, under an approved Special Measures Plan, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) applicants will be given priority selection, provided they meet all essential selection criteria and are suitable at the level commensurate with the position.

Contact: Teng Yik on 08 8924 5008

Vacancy Number: 041855

Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time

Primary objective: The Principal - Strategy and Governance Architect is an integral member of the Strategy and Architecture team within the broader Information, Communication and Technology Business Unit. The primary objective of the role is to ensure that business strategy and governance for ICT is responsive, effective and quantifiably supportive of the achievement of the business’ goals and objectives.

Special Instructions: Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer.

Contact: John Pye on 0439 937 689

Vacancy Number: 045594

Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time

Primary objective: Develop and implement asset management plans for electricity and water metering assets across the Territory, which optimise meter asset performance, risk and maintenance and capital expenditure.

Special Instructions: Power and Water values diversity in the workplace. Therefore, under an approved Special Measures Plan, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) applicants will be given priority selection, provided they meet all essential selection criteria and are suitable at the level commensurate with the position.

Contact: Simon Green on 08 8924 5810

Vacancy Number: 046445

Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time

Primary objective: The Principal, Information and Cyber Security is an integral member of the Cyber Security team contributing to the strategic and organisational goals of Power and Water. The role defines and develops the Information, Communication and Technology security requirements for Power and Water and is pivotal in safeguarding against emerging threats and disruptions alongside providing leadership and advice on security measures and recommendations to ensure that information and systems are protected.

Special Instructions: Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer.

Contact: Alex Knowler on 0401 116 656

Vacancy Number: 005303

Vacancy Types: Ongoing (Permanent) - Full Time

Primary objective: To support Power and Water’s Board, directors and senior management by providing high quality, timely and effective company secretariat and governance advice and services.

Special Instructions: Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer.

Contact: John Pease on 0412 067 127

Vacancy Number: 46240016

Vacancy Types: Fixed (Temporary) - Full Time

Primary objective: Reporting into the General Manager, Safety, People and Governance, the Senior Manager Organisational Development is responsible for continuously building and improving PWC's capability and capacity through workforce strategy, development initiatives, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The role involves designing, implementing and evaluating workforce capability strategies as well as fostering a continuous learning environment. The position works closely with business unit teams to address challenges and opportunities, build partnerships, and continuously improve people effectiveness through organisational development initiatives. An Executive contract of up to 4 years may be offered.

Special Instructions: Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer.

Contact: Ian Jackson, General Manager Safety, People and Governance on 0439 842 487

Vacancy Number: 46240017

Vacancy Types: Fixed (Temporary) - Full Time

Primary objective: Reporting into the General Manager, Safety, People and Governance, the Senior Manager People Services is responsible for leading the design, delivery and continuous improvement of user-centred services that support the effective management of PWC’s employee lifecycle. Working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, the role leads internal customer service initiatives and provides strategic insights on opportunities for increased performance and business benefits. A change agent, the position leads the creation and adoption of innovative processes, including increased accessibility and automation, and ways of working designed to enhance employee satisfaction and performance. An Executive contract of up to 4 years may be offered.

Special Instructions: Power and Water values diversity. Power and Water encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer.

Contact: Ian Jackson, General Manager Safety, People and Governance on 0439 842 487

Hints for applying

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:

  • perform relevant duties
  • work in the relevant workplace
  • work in the public sector.

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.

So, how can you stand out?

For each selection criteria, always consider your:

  • knowledge
  • skills
  • qualifications
  • potential

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.