Northern Australia Infrastructure Facility (NAIF)

We're seeking a junior to mid-level Lawyer to join our team. Use your expertise in banking and finance to support procurement, contracts, transaction structuring, compliance, and investment processes. You’ll provide legal advice, monitor financial closes, ensure regulatory and board compliance, and build relationships with government and external legal counsel. As an admitted solicitor with strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills, you'll leverage your proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively, and experience in corporate, asset, project or property finance. Exposure to government sector policies and procedures is an advantage. This role offers flexibility in location across Cairns, Darwin, Townsville or Perth. Applications close: 5:00pm, 24 April 2026. For further information, please email peopleandculture@naif.gov.au. Apply now 👉🏻 linkedin.com/jobs/view/4398…

We’re excited to share that we are now Great Place To Work Certified™. This recognition reflects what our people tell us matters most: a safe, inclusive culture, support to succeed, and a team that celebrates diverse perspectives and strengths. With our head office in Cairns and teams across Townsville, Darwin, Brisbane, Perth and Sydney, we’re united by a shared purpose, to invest in northern Australia in a way that drives public benefit and Indigenous outcomes. This certification reflects feedback from our people and reinforces our commitment to keep listening and improving. Interested in joining a team committed to impact and regional development? Keep an eye on our career opportunities. naif.gov.au/our-organisati… #GreatPlaceToWork #GPTWCertified #WorkplaceCulture #Inclusion #NorthernAustralia

Discover how a single infrastructure project can unlock an entire regional industry. The Kimberley Cotton Gin Project case study offers sector insights, risk learnings and details on how the project was financed and delivered in a remote environment. Read the Kimberley Cotton Gin Case Study 👉🏼 naif.gov.au/media-centre/k…

Thank you to all who attended the Breakfast with NAIF event held at the Crystalbrook Collection Atrium last week. The event provided an excellent opportunity for stakeholders to connect with members of the Board, the new Chief Executive Officer, and NAIF staff over breakfast, facilitating discussions around current and future investment opportunities in the region. We wish to formally acknowledge Kate George for her dedicated service on the NAIF Board over the past seven years. With her Board tenure concluding at the most recent meeting on Wednesday, we express our gratitude to Kate for her wisdom, experience, and leadership throughout her time with NAIF. We look forward to ongoing collaboration with stakeholders and community to support infrastructure development across northern Australia.

Thank you to all who attended the Breakfast with NAIF event held at the Crystalbrook Collection Atrium last week. The event provided an excellent opportunity for stakeholders to connect with members of the Board, the new Chief Executive Officer, and NAIF staff over breakfast, facilitating discussions around current and future investment opportunities in the region. We wish to formally acknowledge Kate George for her dedicated service on the NAIF Board over the past seven years. With her Board tenure concluding at the most recent meeting on Wednesday, we express our gratitude to Kate for her wisdom, experience, and leadership throughout her time with NAIF. We look forward to ongoing collaboration with stakeholders and community to support infrastructure development across northern Australia.

At the 2026 Energy Storage Summit Australia, Senior Director Louie Trajkoski and Director Investment Ana-Marija Jurisic recently joined speaker panels to tackle the big questions facing our energy transition. They participated alongside key industry leaders, to discuss the critical role NAIF plays in supporting large-scale, long-life energy storage projects in remote regions across northern Australia. Through the discussions, attendees gained an understanding of the concessional tools we use to help de-risk projects, facilitate Indigenous participation and attract investment, ensuring that energy projects can move forward. Thank you to all attendees at the conference and to Louie and Ana for sharing their insights on how we’re helping to shape the future of Australia’s energy landscape. #EnergyAustralia #Renewables #EnergyStorage #Summit2026

Director Investment Ana-Marija Jurisic recently spoke at the Townsville Enterprise Limited Secure the Future: Green Energy Forum 2026. She was accompanied by representatives from CEFC, ARENA, and SMBC, and moderated by TEL CEO Claudia Brumme, on the topic “Powering Projects – Renewable Energy Finance.” It was an excellent opportunity to hold discussions that highlighted the emergence of a credible pipeline in renewables, sustainable aviation fuel, and other biofuels, supported by increasing global investor interest. The session provided attendees with insights into the impact of NAIF-supported projects across Townsville and North Queensland, and how concessional financing tools are enabling first-of-a-kind developments in the energy transition.

The Dampier Bulk Handling Facility has reached a major project milestone. With the completion of the piling phase, the project is now moving into the next stage of development. Supported by up to $160 million in NAIF financing, this infrastructure is a key investment in the long-term economic capacity and resilience of Western Australia’s Pilbara region. Check out the progress below. 👇 linkedin.com/posts/piling-i…

An exciting opportunity to join the NAIF Investment Team in Sydney, working on infrastructure deals that shape the future of northern Australia. From energy and transport to agriculture and social infrastructure, you'll help assess, structure and deliver high-impact investments across Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia. If you have experience in project finance, institutional banking or asset finance, and are ready to step into a fast-paced role with purpose and variety, we want to hear from you. Apply by Monday, 23 March 2026 Apply here: linkedin.com/jobs/view/4379… #NAIF #InvestingForImpact #ProjectFinance #InfrastructureJobs #NorthernAustralia #FinanceJobs

How long is the application process and what are the stages? On average, it takes around nine to twelve months to go through the NAIF finance process. There are several key stages along the way. We start with Early Assessment, then move into Advanced Assessment and Due Diligence. From there, projects progress to the Investment Decision stage, followed by Ministerial consideration. Once that’s complete, we move through contractual close, meet all the requirements to reach financial close, and then continue to work with proponents through loan management for the life of the project. Each stage is designed to ensure projects are well-developed, deliver strong outcomes, and create lasting benefits for northern Australia. Find out more about our project finance here 👉🏼 naif.gov.au/our-investment…

Northern Australia’s growth depends on infrastructure that keeps pace with emerging industries, population change and regional priorities. At last week’s Townsville Industry Breakfast, Director of Stakeholder Engagement Matthew Derlagen joined regional leaders to discuss how NAIF’s financing tools can help proponents bring forward local infrastructure projects. Hosted by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning, the event was a fantastic platform for industry, government and project partners to share insights, explore future opportunities and strengthen supply‑chain connections across the region. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the discussions. If you would like to know more about how we can support your project, visit 👉 naif.gov.au/contact

Our Chief Strategic Policy & Engagement Officer Cathie McBean spoke on “Leading with Resilience and Purpose” at the Women in Leadership Conference in Perth yesterday. Cathie reflected on how her early life growing up on a cattle station in remote northern Australia shaped her approach to leadership — grounding her in adaptability, humility, and a strong sense of purpose. She shared how those experiences continue to guide her work at NAIF as we partner with communities, industry, and governments to deliver long term benefits for northern Australia. This conversation showed how lived experience, resilience, and purpose continue to shape the leadership needed to deliver long term outcomes for northern Australia.

***NEW Graduate Program*** We’re thrilled to launch our first-ever Graduate Program — a dynamic, two‑year journey designed for emerging talent ready to make a real impact. In this role, you'll join a structured rotational program based on the 70/20/10 learning model, completing three eight-month rotations with different teams. You'll gain experience in research, analysis, reporting, stakeholder engagement, and various functions such as operations, HR, legal, risk, and compliance, while applying academic knowledge to real-world tasks and improving work processes. Ready to make a difference? Submit your resume, transcript, and proof of eligibility by 4:00pm, Friday 27 March 2026. For details, contact our team at peopleandculture@naif.gov.au. Learn more about the NAIF Graduate Program here 👉🏼naif.gov.au/our-organisati…

Last week, our Chief Legal and Sustainability Officer, Chris Collins, joined industry leaders at the National Press Club in Canberra for the Institute of Internal Auditors Australia ACT Chapter’s February Members’ Meeting. The session focused on the rapidly evolving landscape of Climate Reporting. Chris shared insights alongside Mark Siebentritt (Edge Impact) and Wendy Emerton (AOFM) on emerging expectations, practical lessons, and NAIF’s investment processes. Thanks to the Institute of Internal Auditors – Australia, fellow panelists and participants for a thoughtful and engaging discussion. #IIAAustralia #InternalAudit #Governance #RiskManagement #NAIF #SustainableInfrastructure

There are currently around 100 abandoned mines throughout Queensland, many of which hold tailings and in-ground resources with the potential for re-commercialisation. The famed Mount Morgan mine was once one of the world’s largest gold producers until it's closure in the 1990's. Our latest case study reveals how the project is now delivering sustainable gold and copper, cleaner water, Indigenous engagement, and hundreds of jobs and regional income for local workers and suppliers. Find out how Heritage Minerals, backed by NAIF finance and innovative technology, has turned this challenge into an opportunity. Access the Heritage Minerals Case Study here 👉🏼 naif.gov.au/media-centre/h…

We're looking for an experienced project finance professional to help drive economic growth in northern Australia. In this role, you’ll structure and assess financial transactions, build stakeholder relationships, and support high-impact infrastructure projects. If you have a background in project finance and are seeking a new challenge in your career, we’d love to hear from you. This role can be based in Cairns, Perth or Sydney. Apply before 4pm on Tuesday 17 February and be part of a team making a real difference in northern Australia. linkedin.com/jobs/view/4366…

Looking for your next HR opportunity? We're seeking a Human Resources Associate for a temporary role until the end of June 2026. You'll help deliver operational HR and WHS services, coordinate people processes, manage recruitment and onboarding, and support key HR programs. To be considered for this role, you’ll need at least three years of experience in human resources, including recruitment, compliance and administration. A solid understanding of workplace health and safety (WHS) and relevant legislation is essential. Applicants must also be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain Baseline security clearance. If you're ready to make a difference for northern Australia, apply by 4:00pm, 28 January 2026. Questions? Call 1300 466 243 or email peopleandculture@naif.gov.au linkedin.com/jobs/view/4362…

Our Q2 Snapshot is now available. During this quarter, we provided $178.4 million in drawdowns for projects currently under construction in our portfolio. Our pre-ID pipeline also made progress, with 10 projects now in due diligence and 20 at the active enquiry stage. Indigenous procurement reached a cumulative total of $240.8 million across our projects since inception. Dive into the detail and learn about our financial support across sectors, project locations, Indigenous engagement outcomes, project pipeline and cumulative financial performance achieved across our portfolio. Find out more here 👉🏽 ow.ly/5Zyl50XXJfO #NAIF #InvestingForImpact #NorthernAustralia

Infrastructure projects in northern Australia face unique challenges. Remote locations, high construction costs and low risk appetite often make traditional financing unattainable. Without tailored solutions, essential projects stall — delaying services and job opportunities for communities. We provide flexible finance to bridge these gaps, as well as support for Indigenous engagement, to help make complex projects possible. Ready to start? Learn the seven steps to get started with NAIF finance and bring your project to life. Read the full guide 👉 naif.gov.au/media-centre/h…

As 2025 draws to a close, we thank our partners, stakeholders and communities across northern Australia for working with us to deliver projects that create jobs, stimulate economic development and unlock opportunities for the region. Our offices will be closed from 24 December 2025 and will reopen on 2 January 2026. For urgent matters during this period, please contact us via email at naif@naif.gov.au and we’ll respond promptly. We’re looking forward to working together in 2026 and continuing to support the growth and success of northern Australia.