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General Manager Territory Wide Operations - NT Dept of Corrections General Manager Territory Wide Operations This is an incredibly exciting time for a visible, agile and high performing Corrective Services leader to join the Northern Territorys Department of Corrections as General Manager Territory Wide Operations. This vital leadership position will continue the transformational journey of the Department and its expansion to provide strategic leadership, direction and management, ensuring the delivery of a standardised and consistent Territory-wide prison system. Critically, it will include the oversight of security, risk, policy and operations for Adult Operations, aligning with statutory, agency and budgetary requirements. The Organisation Northern Territory Correctional Services (NTCS) As one of only three standalone state government departments for Corrective Services nationally and one undergoing reform, you will join an evolving and innovative department that enjoys focus and attention across government, with funding and infrastructure growth. The highly connected and cross jurisdictionally respected Senior Leadership Team is committed to cultural and operational reform, empowering Custodial Operations and General Managers to drive transformation into a contemporary prison model. Help shape prison operations for the future, do things differently in this dynamic environment and together, create real value for the Northern Territory and its community. Is this the next step in your corrective services leadership career? The Opportunity General Manager Territory Wide Operations This role has particular focus on security, incident management and reporting, emergency response management, specialist operational training support and advice and proactive risk management. Enjoy professional stretch and incredible job satisfaction from the complexity and make a real difference to centre outcomes, NTCS, the workforce, prisoners, families and the community. As General Manager you will Provide highquality strategic direction, leadership and management of the Territorywide operations team in line with the NTCS operating philosophy, strategic plan, budget and a culturally sensitive environment. Lead the provision of specialist advice on operational matters relating to correctional practice across the Territorywide community corrections and prison system, including oversight of associated risks and management of controls, in relation to major incidents, disturbances and security breaches. Collaborate with General Managers, Regional Directors and Area Managers to promote and implement best practice in Territorywide operations. Consult with a range of other key internal and external personnel, including Deputy Commissioners and Assistant Commissioners, in relation to operational issues. Establish and deliver systems and practices to record and report on statutory obligations and compliance of operational performance, human resource management, and financial activities. Provide support and operational leadership in the development and consultation of critical infrastructure works associated with relevant elements of the Department''s master infrastructure plan. Your Experience Transfer here your proven strategic leadership skills in a multidisciplinary custodial environment with the ability to develop and manage innovative solutions to complex operational issues. You will possess senior level experience in the management of physical and dynamic security operations which provide for a safe work environment, whilst maximising prisoner engagement in education, programs, employment and reintegration opportunities. Additionally, you will have demonstrated experience managing significant financial and physical resources, practice innovation and a history of influencing change and reform to deliver continuous improvement and capability building. Critical to success will be your history of fostering partnerships across broad ranging stakeholders (both internal and external), so services are delivered organisation wide. As a General Manager working across Adult Operations and engaging with people, you will model and embody the Department of Corrections values professional excellence, integrity and courage, respect and commitment, and accountability. The Northern Territory Lifestyle PLUS Career The Territory is a geographically stunning, diverse, multicultural and charming place to call home, with plenty to see, do and experience. You can create a rich lifestyle full of everything and all the infrastructure other capital cities offer but with the added benefits of affordability, shorter commutes and balance. Warm and friendly people, a relaxed vibe and the time to do more of the things you love now is the time to consider a move to Australias top end to stretch and further develop your corrective services career. More Information Supporting Documents For further information about the outstanding General Manager Territory Wide Operations opportunity and for the candidate information pack (including supporting documents), please follow the link to (or type into your browser). REBECCA BAUER, Principal Consultant Hudson Brisbane can be reached for a confidential discussion on *************@hudson.com or 0413 180 ***. Please note there are two separate NT based vacancies. Candidates are invited to apply to one or both opportunities. General Manager - Territory Wide Operations (Job #48808) General Manager - Correctional Centre (Job #48676 - please see separate advertisement and information pack (or type into your browser)) How to Apply All applications (updated CV and a cover letter specific to each opportunity outlining your custodial leadership suitability) must be submitted by midnight Wednesday 14 January 2026 via NTG Jobs (via the links below/type into your browser). General Manager Territory Wide Operations (Job #48808 one position) General Manager - Correctional Centre (Job #48676 multiple positions) The Northern Territory Public Service The Northern Territory Public Service values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website. Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the OCPE website. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at HudsonHudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiencesbecause when different voices come together, amazing things happen. Casual Loading Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles. #J-18808-Ljbffr