Gaming Inspector

Job description
Agency Department of Tourism and Work unit Licensing NT

Hospitality
Job title Gaming Inspector Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full Time Duration Ongoing
Salary $93,674 - $98,332 Location Alice Springs
Position number 45423 RTF 354653 Closing 01/09/2026
Contact Officer Kerryn Heaver, Senior Gaming Inspector on 08 8951 5184 or Kerryn.Heaver@nt.gov.au
About the agency https://industry.nt.gov.au/
Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=354653
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS 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. For more information about applying for this
position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective
Provide specialist advice and support services to industry and management regarding the application of the legislative
framework for which Licensing NT is responsible.

Context statement
Perform the regulatory functions of an appointed inspector in accordance with legislation administered by Licensing NT,
including exercising statutory powers and others as delegated.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Ability to participate in active investigative, enforcement and compliance programs in partnership with industry and

other public sector and enforcement agencies.
2. Knowledge of the principles and protocols relating to inspections, investigations and complaints and ability to apply

pertinent knowledge and exercise statutory powers.
3. Respond to stakeholder requests, collate and disseminate relevant information, resolving problems and escalating issues

when required.
4. Maintain sound corporate governance of public records by ensuring accurate documentation.
5. Actively participate in building relationships, sharing information and promoting cooperation across Licensing NT.
6. A broad understanding of local and national industry issues and regulatory initiatives relating to alcohol and gambling

related-harms in both urban and remote communities.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Well-developed verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
2. High standards of client focus, with the ability to use initiative and solve problems with well-developed organisational

and coordination skills to set priorities, work under pressure and meet deadlines.
3. Advanced written skills with demonstrated experience preparing confidential documentation and file notes with

accuracy and attention to detail.
4. Ability to interpret and apply legislative frameworks, policies and procedures, preferably within a regulatory framework.
5. Demonstrated ability to operate as a team member, as well as independently.
6. Ability to interact with people from diverse cultures.

Desirable
1. Knowledge of local and national gaming issues.
2. Certificate IV in Government Investigations or equivalent.

Further information
Appointees should be of the highest standard of character and probity. Successful applicants may be required to undergo
a criminal history check, the result of which must be satisfactory before appointment can be confirmed.