First Nations Peoples Opportunities – Northern Territory Defence Base Sites- Expressions of Interest

Ventia’s Indigenous Participation team, TRECCA, is seeking Expressions of Interest from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples (local mob) who are looking to build a long-term career with Ventia across our Northern Territory Defence Base sites.

Our team works alongside communities every day—creating strong connections, supporting employment pathways, and helping mob step into meaningful, sustainable jobs.

Must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance. As a result of this requirement the applicant must be an Australian Citizen and be willing to undertake and maintain a satisfactory Australian Federal Police Check.

Available Opportunities

Ventia have opportunities at the Robertson Barracks, Larrakeyah Barracks, Berrimah Defence Establishment, RAAF Darwin, RAAF Tindal and the Howard Springs Defence Accommodation Precinct for the following roles:

Food& Beverage Utility Attendants

• Support day-to-day hospitality operations on Defence Base sites, including kitchen and dining services.
• Serving Military Personnel during messes (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• Delivering an outstanding service to all guests, every shift
• Assisting with basic food preparation and restocking where required
• Following food safety and hygiene standards
• Working as part of a friendly, supportive and culturally safe team

Cleaning Attendants

• Assist with cleaning and housekeeping services across Defence facilities, ensuring safe and high standards of living environments.
• Clean accommodation rooms, bathrooms, and shared facilities
• Make beds and restock linen and amenities
• Follow cleaning schedules and safety procedures
• Maintain high hygiene standards across all areas

Why Join Ventia?

• Work with a large, established company supporting Defence operations
• Casual roles with flexible hours
• Training, onboarding support, and mentoring provided
• Pathways into ongoing, long-term employment
• Uniform and PPE supplied
• Culturally supportive environment led by strong Operations Leaders and the TRECCA team

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply

If this sounds like something you’re interested in, we would love to hear from you. Register your Expression of Interest by clicking the Apply button below. You can also have a yarn with TRECCA’s Indigenous Participation Engagement Lead: Giambra Laxton 0417 423 598.

Ventia has an ongoing commitment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people through our Reconciliation Action Plan committed to Indigenous Participation.
The Role is targeted for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates and is an equal opportunity measure under Section 105 of the Discrimination Act 1991.

If you experience any technical issues when applying through our new internal careers site, please contact the recruiter for this role directly or email giambrarose.laxton@ventia.com