Public Administration and Safety, Defence
The aim of public administration, safety, and defence is the optimal allocation of funding and resources for the greater public good. National and local parks, roads, social welfare, and police are examples of public goods all Territorians pay for to have access.
Includes the following sectors
Explore careers in Public Administration and Safety Defence
Local Government
Looking for a rewarding career that allows you to make a positive impact on your community? Look no further than the Local Government in the Northern Territory!
With a diverse range of career opportunities available, including positions in engineering, town planning, building surveying, ranger services, administration and more, there's something for everyone
.Join the Local Government and help build a better future for the Northern Territory.
Defence in the NT
Let’s keep our Veterans in the Northern Territory!
Veterans possess a unique set of transferable skills that are highly valued by employers.
If you are an employer, now is the time to invest in employing Veterans to help grow and strengthen your skilled workforce.
KEY FACTS
Future of the industry
A number of key projects are on track for immediate delivery bolstering the capabilities in the region. Direct investment into the defence industry in the NT is supported by a number of complimentary projects which will directly and indirectly support the defence industry in the Territory.

Insights
Industry Insights are a great way of gaining a clear understanding and insight into the NT industries.
The Insights have been created for the general public, schools and government bodies to inform all stakeholders about the industries with the NT in focus.
The Insights’ focus is primarily on workforce and skilling, while demonstrating pathways into the different sectors’ occupations.
Insights
Industry Insights are a great way of gaining a clear understanding and insight into the NT industries.
The Insights have been created for the general public, schools and government bodies to inform all stakeholders about the industries with the NT in focus.
The Insights’ focus is primarily on workforce and skilling, while demonstrating pathways into the different sectors’ occupations.
Industry Associations
Understanding their role
Most industries in Australia have representation by industry associations that provide members with services, including support and training.
Industry associations play an essential role in presenting the collective voice for individual businesses within an industry.
Becoming a member of the peak body can give your business credibility as your membership proves to customers that you have met strict criteria and have specific qualifications and experience.
Connect with your industry association
- Australian Industry Defence Network NT (AIDNNT)
- NT Police Association
- Council of Australian Veterans (Darwin Branch) Incorporated
- Institute of public administration Australia Norther Territory Division Inc
- National Servicemen's Association of Australia (Northern Territory) Incorporated
- Darwin Marine Services Association Incorporated
- Darwin Area Housing Association (D.A.H.A) Inc
Training Package Development


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Developing a future workforce
ISACNT works with schools, VET Coordinators, students, and industry to determine the skills needed to secure a future NT workforce. Sharing knowledge of industry and career pathways to inspire the Northern Territory's upcoming workforce.
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WORK EXPERIENCE?
Could your business share knowledge of the industry, and assist in building employability skills in the next generation?
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