Oracle Technical Lead

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

  • 3 Month Contract – with strong potential for 12 month extension
  • CBD Location – Working from Home Arrangement
  • Government Department – Payroll Transformation Program

The Role

As the Oracle Technical Lead, you will provide expert guidance and leadership across the department’s Oracle environment, partnering with business units, procurement, and an incumbent Managed Service Provider (MSP). You’ll drive strategic planning, readiness, and transition activities ahead of a major market engagement and implementation phase.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead technical input and requirements gathering for the upcoming RFQ to procure Oracle managed services across Payroll, Corporate HR, Finance.
  • Oversee the current MSP in preparing a strategic roadmap to reduce customisation, manage costs, and address technical debt.
  • Provide technical assurance and leadership for service transition planning, ensuring service continuity, risk mitigation, and readiness for the future operating model.
  • Drive the implementation transition plan to support a seamless provider handover before the current contract expiry in September 2026.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on system stability, integration, and alignment with departmental objectives.

Key Skills

  • Extensive experience leading within Oracle environments (PeopleSoft, Cloud ERP, HCM, or Financials).
  • Proven success in transition, transformation, or service management programs in complex organisations.
  • Ability to balance technical detail with strategic direction and guide cross-functional teams through change.
  • Strong understanding of managed services, procurement processes, and vendor governance.
  • Excellent communication and influencing skills, particularly in multi-stakeholder government settings.

What’s in it for you:

  • 3 Month Contract – with strong potential for 12-18 month extension
  • Government Department
  • CBD Location – Working from Home Arrangement

Apply now to secure an interview or for more information contact Chris Mackay on chris.mackay@talentinternational.com

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