The lush and ever-inviting Northern Territory calls for one and all to be a part of its varied landscape of opportunities

Have you ever thought about living and working in Australia's Northern Territory; a vibrant and exciting place, where you can really make your mark as a professional and ambitious worker?

Australia's Northern Territory extends from the tropical waters of the Arafura Sea in the north to the Simpson Desert in Central Australia, covering one-sixth of the country's land-mass.

With a population of 200 000, the Northern Territory has a clean environment, pristine oceans and friendly communities. It combines a relaxed lifestyle, with an economic climate that is ideal for investment and business development.

A shining example of how people from diverse backgrounds can live happily alongside one another, the Northern Territory is home to more than 100 nationalities.

The Northern Territory is the real outback of Australia and is a melting pot of spectacular scenery, rich multicultural experiences, beautiful weather and opportunities that abound for workers and families alike.

The Northern Territory Department of Planning and Infrastructure (DPI), an agency within the Northern Territory Government, has exciting plans to deliver more than $2 billion of services and infrastructure over the next four years, and now is the time to make your mark in new Territory across a number of exciting career opportunities.

Exceptional opportunities currently exist across the department and they are actively recruiting skilled and enthusiastic professionals to be part of this opportunity. A person's contribution will form part of the Territory's development and growth into the future and in return one can be guaranteed of a career that will be supported in line with their career aspirations. Careers online are now at www.makeyourmark.nt.gov.au

Information sessions will be held in India between 13-17 October 2008, where representatives from the department will discuss current job opportunities, as well as the benefits of living and working in Australia. Details of these information sessions will be available online at www.makeyourmark.nt.gov.au as the dates draw nearer.

When one works for the Northern Territory Department of Planning and Infrastructure, one is working towards the planning and delivery of land, transport and infrastructure services for the sustainable development of the Northern Territory.

These primary economic drivers enable the Territory economy to diversify and grow, and in partnership with the private sector and the community, this department delivers integrated and sustainable systems and business solutions through the Northern Territory Lands Group, Transport Group, Infrastructure Services, Construction Division and Strategic and Business Services.

For those who wish to be a part of the department and make a career here, one can keep in mind that the department offers excellent remuneration benefits commensurate with your experience level. Along with generous superannuation, financial and lifestyle benefits, professional development allowances and above average recreational leave benefits, the department is an outstanding choice for your future employment.

The Northern Territory is thus a great place for people to live and work and the government does offer the full range of services one would expect in towns and cities. If you own a business in the Territory - or are thinking of starting one up – the Territory is the right place. The Northern Territory Government offers a huge range of services and information to help businesses start, develop, grow and prosper.

The Northern Territory Government is made up of 12 principal agencies along with a range of other agencies, statutory bodies and government-owned corporations. The government employs about 15,500 people across the Territory, making it the largest employer in the Northern Territory. When you move to the Northern Territory you'll be joining an energetic and talented workforce that enjoys a unique lifestyle unmatched anywhere in Australia.

You will fall in love with the diversity of the wonderful landscape, the character of our cities and regional centres, and share a spiritual connection with the people who call the Northern Territory their home.