Senior Engineering Leaders - Autonomous Systems

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Senior Engineering Leadership Opportunities – Autonomous Systems

Superintendent – Platform Engineering & Release | Principal Engineer – Development Integrations

  • Location: Perth CBD
  • Contract: 12 months
  • Remuneration: Competitive, negotiable rates
  • Industry: Mining Technology | Autonomous Systems | Engineering

Talent International is partnering with a leading organisation in the resources sector to recruit two senior engineering leaders supporting the development and delivery of advanced Autonomous Haulage Systems (AHS).

These opportunities will suit experienced engineering professionals with strong technical leadership capabilities and backgrounds in complex software, hardware-integrated or mission-critical systems.

Opportunity 1: Superintendent – Platform Engineering & Release

This role leads the Release Management, DevOps and Platform Engineering functions, ensuring engineering platforms, configurations, environments and deployment artefacts are controlled, traceable and ready for safe operational release.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead Release Management, DevOps and Platform Engineering teams.
  • Own release governance, configuration management and engineering tooling.
  • Oversee CI/CD pipelines, build automation and deployment automation.
  • Manage engineering environments, including SIL, HIL, integration, staging and production-like systems.
  • Drive improvements in engineering productivity, release quality and deployment reliability.
  • Establish effective controls for software, firmware, hardware configurations and operational baselines.

Ideal background:

  • 10+ years’ experience in complex engineering or mission-critical environments.
  • Proven leadership of DevOps, Platform Engineering, Release Engineering or related technical teams.
  • Strong understanding of CI/CD, configuration management, release governance and engineering automation.
  • Experience with SIL/HIL environments, engineering tooling and technical assurance.

Opportunity 2: Principal Engineer – Development Integrations

This role provides hands-on engineering leadership across the development and integration of software, onboard safety features and hardware-integrated systems within an Autonomous Haulage System.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead and mentor developers delivering complex integration capabilities.
  • Oversee integration of internally developed and vendor/OEM-supplied technologies.
  • Provide technical leadership across software, onboard systems, sensors, compute platforms and hardware interfaces.
  • Drive the use of SIL, HIL and simulation environments to reduce engineering risk.
  • Resolve complex technical integration challenges across multiple engineering disciplines.
  • Ensure engineering deliverables are technically complete and ready for formal verification and release.

Ideal background:

  • 10+ years’ experience in complex engineering environments.
  • Strong software engineering, systems integration or hardware-integrated development experience.
  • Proven leadership of development teams working on safety-critical or mission-critical systems.
  • Hands-on experience with SIL/HIL or simulation environments.
  • Experience with onboard systems, vehicle-integrated hardware or industrial automation.
  • Familiarity with IEC 61508-aligned development practices is advantageous.

Why consider these opportunities?

  • Work on advanced autonomous mining technology and complex engineering systems.
  • Take technical ownership of critical engineering functions.
  • Lead experienced engineering teams and influence engineering practices.
  • Contribute to the safe integration and deployment of next-generation autonomous capabilities.
  • Secure a 12-month contract based in Perth CBD.

Interested?

If you have a strong engineering leadership background in autonomous systems, robotics, industrial automation, software integration, DevOps or safety-critical engineering, we would welcome a confidential discussion.

Please submit your CV or contact Kelly Williams at Talent International, indicating which opportunity best aligns with your experience. For any queries call Kelly on 0409 005 286.

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Program Coordinator - First Nations Policy & Projects (APS6)

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Contract
  • Up to AU$60.26 per hour + Super

Program Coordinator – First Nations Policy & Projects (APS6)

Our client is a large values-focused Federal Government Agency seeking an experienced Program Coordinator – First Nations Policy & Projects (APS6) to support strategic projects, policy initiatives and communications focused on improving access and outcomes for First Nations peoples with disability.

This is a varied role combining program coordination, policy development, stakeholder engagement, co-design and strategic communications. You’ll work across the Agency and with First Nations stakeholders to deliver culturally safe initiatives and support practical improvements to services and policy.

Applications from First Nations peoples are strongly encouraged.

ROLE DETAILS:

Location: Multiple locations across VIC, Head office locations in Richmond & Geelong
Contract: Initial term to 31 December 2027, with extension potential
Hours: Full-time, 7.5hr days – Hybrid
Rate: $60.26 per hour + super
Eligibility: Australian Citizenship mandatory
Applications close: Friday 30 October 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE:

You’ll coordinate a range of First Nations-focused projects and policy initiatives, working across internal teams, community stakeholders and external partners.

The role involves preparing high-quality advice and briefs, supporting co-design and engagement, coordinating governance and project activities, and using evidence and stakeholder insights to improve culturally safe service delivery.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Coordinate First Nations-focused projects, policy initiatives and related communications.
  • Prepare briefs, submissions, reports, executive papers and communication materials.
  • Support engagement and co-design with First Nations communities, organisations and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate project planning, governance, risks, milestones and reporting.
  • Apply evidence, research and stakeholder insights to policy and program recommendations.
  • Develop communications, guidance and learning resources that strengthen cultural capability.
  • Identify barriers to service access and support more flexible, culturally responsive approaches.
  • Work across policy, program and operational teams to support implementation and continuous improvement.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

  • 2+ years’ experience in program or policy development within the APS, government or a similar environment.
  • Demonstrated experience engaging with First Nations stakeholders on culturally informed projects, policy or service delivery.
  • Strong understanding of Commonwealth Government processes, governance, risk and policy frameworks.
  • Strong written communication skills, including briefs, submissions, reports and executive documentation.
  • Experience coordinating complex projects and managing competing priorities.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, consultation and influencing capability.
  • Ability to analyse evidence and develop practical, well-reasoned recommendations.
  • Understanding of cultural safety, co-design and First Nations engagement principles.

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

  • Experience in First Nations policy, disability or human services.
  • Experience with Federal Government agencies, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations or similar organisations.
  • Qualifications in public policy, social sciences, communications, Indigenous studies or a related discipline.

APPLY:

Submit your resume, or for further information please contact
Reece Prideaux – Talent International
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Lead Systems Analyst

  • Australia
  • Adelaide
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Lead Systems Analyst

Location: Adelaide
Contract: Initial 12 months, with potential extensions
Security clearance: Must be able to obtain Baseline clearance

We’re seeking an experienced Lead Systems Analyst to lead a team, shape technical solutions and drive improvements across a complex ICT environment.

You’ll translate business needs into technical requirements, ensuring solutions align with relevant architectures and organisational objectives. Working with a high level of autonomy, you’ll combine team leadership with systems analysis, application improvement and strategic planning.

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee team operations, including performance, priorities, resources and workflow.
  • Translate business requirements into clear technical requirements that support effective solution design.
  • Guide the delivery of application services, new functionality and enhancements.
  • Review existing applications, investigate production issues and develop strategies to improve efficiency and meet user needs.
  • Document current and future business processes through AS IS and TO BE process modelling.
  • Drive innovation, continuous improvement and change, contributing to business plans and ICT strategies.
  • Use performance indicators and quality assurance reporting to inform decisions and future planning.
  • Review and advise on technical and corporate documentation.
  • Build relationships with business stakeholders, technical teams, other agencies and service providers to achieve delivery outcomes.

About you

You’re comfortable balancing technical detail with broader business priorities. You bring sound judgement, a collaborative leadership style and the ability to communicate complex information clearly.

Your skills and experience will include:

  • Team leadership, including managing competing priorities and coordinating resources.
  • Systems analysis and translating business needs into practical technical solutions.
  • A strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Experience working with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly in investigating production issues.
  • Business process modelling, including developing AS IS and TO BE flows.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and written communication skills.
  • A bachelor’s degree or higher qualification.

The opportunity

This Adelaide-based contract offers the scope to influence technical direction, support a team and improve systems that underpin service delivery.

Applicants must be able to obtain Baseline security clearance.

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Infrastructure Support Engineer

  • Australia
  • Adelaide
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable
  • Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Adelaide
  • 70% infrastructure focus across Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID and hybrid IT
  • Hands-on role supporting infrastructure improvements, endpoint and IT Security

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Infrastructure Support Engineer to join a collaborative IT team in Adelaide. This role is primarily focused on maintaining, administering and supporting IT infrastructure, Microsoft 365 environments and endpoint management systems, while also providing technical assistance to internal users. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Entra ID, Microsoft 365 and Windows Autopilot, along with the ability to troubleshoot infrastructure issues across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments. The position involves approximately 70% infrastructure maintenance and administration and 30% internal user support.

Responsibilities:

  • Administer, maintain and support Microsoft 365 environments, including Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Exchange Online and related services.
  • Manage Microsoft Intune and Entra ID environments, ensuring effective device management, identity administration and security compliance.
  • Configure, deploy and maintain Windows devices using Windows Autopilot (Legacy and v2).
  • Manage user accounts, permissions, device enrolment, onboarding and offboarding processes.
  • Implement and maintain Conditional Access policies, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and identity security controls.
  • Support Windows and macOS endpoints, including device configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Manage application packaging, software deployment, system updates and patch management using tools such as Patch My PC, Intune and SCCM.
  • Monitor, maintain and troubleshoot IT infrastructure, network connectivity and system performance.
  • Support hybrid cloud and on-premises infrastructure, including Active Directory, Group Policy and related services.
  • Identify and resolve technical issues, implementing preventative measures to improve system stability and security.

About You:

  • Demonstrated experience in IT infrastructure administration, systems engineering or a similar technical role.
  • Strong hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365, including Office 365 and Microsoft Teams.
  • Experience with Microsoft Intune, Entra ID and endpoint management.
  • Practical experience deploying and configuring Windows devices using Windows Autopilot, including Legacy and v2 deployment methods.
  • Experience managing Conditional Access policies, MFA, user accounts and access permissions.
  • Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems and experience supporting macOS devices.
  • Experience with application deployment, software updates and patch management, including Patch My PC or similar tools.
  • Experience supporting Active Directory, Group Policy and Windows Server environments.
  • Ability to troubleshoot infrastructure, connectivity, device and system-related issues.
  • Experience working across hybrid cloud and on-premises IT environments.

Apply now or reach out to Ivan Aureus at 0480 806 152 for a chat.

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Full Stack Engineer (Java / React)

  • Australia
  • Brisbane
  • Contract
  • AU$900 - AU$940 per day + INC Super

The Opportunity

Talent International is recruiting an experienced Full-Stack Software Engineer to join a major technology modernisation initiative with a leading Australian enterprise organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a large-scale enterprise environment, modernising business-critical applications, strengthening cloud and DevOps practices, and leveraging AI-assisted engineering tools to transform software delivery.

You’ll work across a modern technology stack including Java, Spring Boot, React, TypeScript and AWS, while contributing to innovative AI-enabled development initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Modernise and enhance established enterprise applications, improving performance, security and maintainability.
  • Develop and maintain full-stack solutions using Java, Spring Boot, React and TypeScript.
  • Design, develop and integrate APIs across complex application environments.
  • Improve automated testing frameworks and practices, including Playwright.
  • Work with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes and GitLab CI/CD to strengthen software delivery.
  • Support GitOps practices using Argo CD, pipeline configurations and Kubernetes.
  • Implement secure coding practices, including vulnerability management and software supply-chain security.
  • Leverage AI-assisted development tools, including contributing to a Codex-powered engineering assistant to accelerate development and testing.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an experienced Software Engineer with strong hands-on development skills and a passion for modern engineering practices.

Key technical experience:

  • Backend: Java, Spring Boot and API development.
  • Frontend: React and TypeScript.
  • Cloud & DevOps: AWS, GitLab CI/CD, Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Testing: Automated testing frameworks, ideally Playwright.
  • Additional Technologies: GitOps, Argo CD and secure software development practices.
  • AI Engineering: Exposure to AI-assisted development tools and modern engineering workflows.

You don’t need to be equally strong across frontend and backend development, but you should be comfortable contributing across the full technology stack.

Experience with enterprise applications, legacy modernisation, application migration or regulated environments will be highly regarded.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Competitive daily rate: $900-$940 per day including super.
  • 12-month contract supporting a major enterprise technology transformation.
  • Work with a modern stack spanning Java, React, AWS and Kubernetes.
  • Gain exposure to innovative AI-assisted software engineering initiatives.
  • Contribute to meaningful enterprise technology modernisation projects.

Candidates must be Brisbane-based to be considered.

If you’re an experienced Full-Stack Software Engineer looking for your next challenge

Apply now through SEEK or reach out to Ray for a confidential discussion at ray.stewart@talentinternational.com

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Snowflake Data Engineer // Cortex AI/Gen AI

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Contract
  • AU$750 - AU$800 per day

Snowflake Data Engineer – Cortex AI / GenAI

Talent International is partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an experienced Snowflake Data Engineer to develop scalable data solutions and AI-powered analytics capabilities.

This role is suited to someone with strong hands-on Snowflake engineering experience who has worked with Cortex AI, Generative AI and modern data engineering practices.

Experience within banking or financial services will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop scalable data pipelines and data products using Snowflake.

  • Build and optimise ETL/ELT processes, data models and semantic views.

  • Develop AI-powered solutions using Snowflake Cortex AI.

  • Build agentic AI workflows supporting search, summarisation, recommendations and automation.

  • Develop and optimise SQL, Python, stored procedures, streams and tasks.

  • Implement data governance, metadata, lineage and security controls.

  • Support CI/CD processes and software engineering best practices.

  • Optimise Snowflake performance, scalability and cost efficiency.

  • Work closely with business and technical stakeholders to deliver AI-enabled analytics solutions.

About You

  • Minimum 5 years’ relevant data engineering experience.

  • Experience delivering at least two Snowflake implementation projects, including Cortex AI or GenAI.

  • Strong hands-on experience with Snowflake, SQL and Python.

  • Proven experience designing and optimising ETL/ELT pipelines and data models.

  • Practical experience developing AI-powered solutions using Snowflake Cortex AI.

  • Understanding of agentic AI workflows and Generative AI applications.

  • Knowledge of data governance, metadata, lineage and security best practices.

  • Experience with CI/CD and modern software engineering practices.

  • Previous banking, financial services or regulated industry experience will be highly regarded.

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to work with Snowflake Cortex AI and emerging Generative AI technologies.

  • Build enterprise data products and intelligent analytics solutions.

  • Work within a complex enterprise technology environment.

If you’re an experienced Snowflake Data Engineer with practical Cortex AI or GenAI experience, we’d love to hear from you.

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Senior Platform Engineer Snowflake // Contract

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Contract
  • AU$700 - AU$800 per day

Senior Platform Engineer – Snowflake (Azure)

Sydney | 6-month contract | Potential extension

Talent International is partnering with a leading organisation to recruit an experienced Senior Platform Engineer to support the design, automation and management of its Snowflake platform on Azure.

We’re looking for someone with strong hands-on experience across Snowflake, Azure, Terraform and CI/CD, ideally within banking or financial services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, configure and manage Snowflake environments on Microsoft Azure.

  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform.

  • Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and Bitbucket.

  • Configure Azure services including Storage, Key Vault, Entra ID, networking and security integrations.

  • Manage Snowflake accounts, warehouses, roles, permissions and integrations.

  • Automate deployments, environment promotions, releases and rollback processes.

  • Implement monitoring, logging, security controls and operational improvements.

  • Troubleshoot platform issues and ensure reliability, security and performance.

About You

  • Minimum 5 years’ relevant platform engineering experience.

  • Experience delivering at least two Snowflake implementations on Azure.

  • Strong hands-on expertise in Terraform, Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD automation.

  • Experience with Jenkins, Bitbucket and DevSecOps practices.

  • Strong understanding of Azure infrastructure, identity management, networking and cloud security.

  • Experience managing enterprise Snowflake environments across development, testing and production.

  • Previous experience in banking, financial services or other regulated environments will be highly regarded.

What’s on Offer

  • Initial 6-month contract with potential extension.

  • Sydney-based opportunity.

  • Work with modern Snowflake and Azure technologies in a complex enterprise environment.

If you’re an experienced Platform Engineer with strong Snowflake and Azure expertise, we’d love to hear from you.

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Security Network Engineer

  • Australia
  • Brisbane
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

We’re partnering with a leading enterprise organisation to recruit an experienced Security Network Engineer to join its Network & Security Engineering team.

This is a hands-on engineering role with a strong focus on F5 load balancing, firewalls (Fortinet & Checkpoint) and network security, working across a large-scale, complex enterprise environment. You’ll have plenty of autonomy and will be expected to take ownership of issues, solve problems and work closely with teams across security, infrastructure, development and project delivery.

The Role

The position will be approximately 80% BAU engineering and operational support, alongside 20% project and improvement work.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Support, engineer and enhance F5 BIG-IP load balancing environments
  • Manage and troubleshoot enterprise firewall technologies including Check Point and Fortinet
  • Support network security services including VPN, IPsec, SSL, segmentation and web security
  • Deliver F5, load balancing and broader network security improvements
  • Troubleshoot complex networking and infrastructure issues
  • Support secure integrations across network, infrastructure and application environments
  • Use automation and scripting to improve repeatable engineering and operational processes
  • Monitor network performance, security events and alerts
  • Work closely with Security, Infrastructure, Cloud, Development and project teams
  • Maintain technical documentation and work within established change and security processes

What We’re Looking For

You’ll ideally have 5+ years’ experience in network or security engineering, with a strong hands-on engineering background.

Essential experience includes:

  • F5 BIG-IP / load balancing – this is a key requirement
  • Enterprise firewall technologies such as Check Point, Fortinet or Palo Alto
  • Strong networking fundamentals across routing, switching, VLANs, TCP/IP and BGP
  • Network security technologies including VPN, IPsec, GRE, SSL and segmentation
  • Load balancing and traffic management
  • LAN, WAN and data centre networking
  • Automation or scripting using technologies such as Python, Ansible or Shell
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical issues
  • Strong communication skills and confidence working across technical and non-technical teams

Nice to Have

Experience across any of the following would be advantageous:

  • VMware NSX
  • Proxy / Secure Web Gateway technologies such as Zscaler
  • VMware and broader data centre infrastructure
  • SD-WAN
  • Monitoring and logging technologies such as Splunk, SNMP or NetFlow
  • Security monitoring and incident response
  • Broader infrastructure engineering experience

What’s On Offer

  • Hybrid working model – 60/40 split
  • Flexible working hours
  • Opportunity to work across a large, enterprise-scale technology environment
  • Strong technical team with a high level of autonomy
  • Mix of BAU engineering, problem solving and project work
  • Exposure across network security, F5, infrastructure and enterprise networking

This role would suit an experienced engineer who enjoys being hands-on, taking ownership and solving complex technical problems without needing significant direction.

Apply now or send your CV to jackson.bruce@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion and further details.

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Principal Mechanical Engineer role based in Adelaide

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Talent International is proud to partner with ASC to recruit a Principal Mechanical Engineer for a permanent opportunity within ASC’s Whole of Boat Integration & Performance team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced senior mechanical engineering professional to join ASC and contribute at a whole-of-platform level within one of Australia’s most complex engineering environments.

Reporting to the Head of Whole of Boat Integration & Performance, you will join a specialist engineering group of approximately 35 people and work alongside senior leaders across IV&V, Electrical Engineering, Signatures, Certification and Configuration.

This is not a traditional mechanical design role. As Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will provide senior engineering leadership and technical authority across complex submarine systems, interfaces, integration activities and engineering changes.

Location:

This role is based in Adelaide, South Australia. Candidates from interstate who are willing to relocate to Adelaide are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance will be provided to successful interstate candidates.

What you’ll be responsible for:

  • Providing mechanical engineering authority across complex submarine engineering activities.
  • Leading multidisciplinary technical investigations and engineering assessments.
  • Reviewing and approving mechanical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation.
  • Assessing system interfaces and understanding the broader platform impact of mechanical engineering changes.
  • Supporting defect investigations, root cause analysis and remediation strategies.
  • Providing technical direction across design, integration, certification and engineering assurance.
  • Balancing safety, performance, cost and schedule to deliver practical engineering outcomes.
  • Mentoring engineers and providing senior technical advice to ASC, Defence and external stakeholders.
  • Operating with considerable independence and acting as an engineering authority across complex and critical engineering activities.

What we’re looking for:

You will ideally bring:

  • A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • Significant experience working within complex, highly integrated engineering environments.
  • Strong capability across mechanical systems, structures, equipment and system interfaces.
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering activities.
  • Strong experience across technical assurance, engineering risk, configuration and governance.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and technical communication skills.
  • CPEng or equivalent professional recognition.
  • Eligibility to obtain an Australian Defence security clearance and meet applicable ITAR requirements.

MUST HAVE: Australian Citizenship Mandatory

Apply now or contact Aparna Malik on 08 8228 1560 for a confidential discussion.

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Senior Project Manager

  • Australia
  • Greater Geelong
  • Contract
  • Geelong/WFH hybrid | ASAP start

We’re seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a large governemnt body to deliver a significant transformation program. You’ll lead business and technology projects that modernise core claims systems, improve processes and deliver better outcomes for customers and employees.

The role

  • Manage end-to-end delivery across multiple concurrent projects and workstreams.
  • Own project scope, budgets, schedules, resources, risks and dependencies.
  • Lead cross-functional teams using Agile, Waterfall and Hybrid delivery approaches.
  • Build strong relationships with executives, business leaders, technology teams and external vendors.
  • Provide clear governance, reporting and recommendations to steering committees.
  • Partner with change specialists to support business readiness and adoption.

About you

  • Demonstrated success delivering complex business and technology transformation projects.
  • Strong senior project management experience, including managing multiple concurrent initiatives.
  • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organisations.
  • Strong financial management, governance, risk management and vendor management skills.
  • Experience leading and coaching cross-functional teams.
  • PRINCE2 and/or Agile certification.
  • Experience in insurance, health, disability or government is highly desirable.

This is an opportunity to take a key delivery role in a high-profile transformation with meaningful customer and business outcomes.

Apply now with your current CV or reach out to Alistair.barr@talentinternational.com for further information.

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Head of Engineering Enablement & Automation

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • AU$220000 - AU$245000 per annum + (flexible) + 20% bonus

Our client:
Our client is a major Australian ASX listed group undergoing significant technology transformation. They are seeking a collaborative technology leader to strengthen engineering capability, champion automation and build effective partnerships across the business.

The role:
Based in Sydney, you will lead engineering enablement across quality engineering, DevOps, release and deployment management, environments, observability and tooling.

With six direct reports and a broader team of approximately 11, you will combine strategic leadership with technical guidance to improve delivery, support your team through change and identify practical opportunities for AI and automation.

Key responsibilities:

  • Coach and develop a specialist team, building a positive, collaborative and solutions focused culture.

  • Establish engineering standards, reusable frameworks and consistent ways of working.

  • Strengthen testing, quality assurance and test automation to improve delivery confidence.

  • Oversee release, deployment and environment management to support safe, reliable change.

  • Improve engineering tooling, observability and DevOps practices, identifying opportunities to reduce manual effort.

  • Build strong relationships with business stakeholders, technology leaders and external vendors.

Skills and experience:

  • Around 10 years’ experience across technology delivery, quality engineering, automation or release management within complex enterprise environments.

  • Proven people leadership, with the ability to motivate teams, influence stakeholders and guide organisational change.

  • Experience establishing and improving engineering practices across testing, quality assurance, DevOps and delivery.

  • Strong technical understanding of test automation, CI/CD, release processes, environments and observability.

  • Experience managing vendors and outsourced technology partners.

Exposure to AI enabled software development, Microsoft Copilot, AI agents and Jira/Atlassian tooling would be advantageous. Experience in regulated environments is desirable, with candidates from other complex industries also encouraged to apply.

Benefits and additional information:

  • Package of approximately $245,000 including super, with flexibility up to approximately $280,000 for the right candidate.

  • Discretionary bonus with a 20% target, subject to business and individual performance.

  • Hybrid working: three days in the Sydney office and two days working from home.

  • Opportunity to shape an evolving function and influence the organisation’s engineering and automation direction.

  • Experienced leaders ready to step into a broader Head of function role will be considered.

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Digital Mobiles Project Manager

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Opportunity
Long-term hourly rate contract expected to go for a minimum 2 years (12 + 12 m initial approval) with potential to extend beyond. Can be based in Melbourne CBD or Geelong with work from home flexibility. Interstate applications across SA, NSW, ACT and QLD are welcome.

This is a large federal government agency with plans to develop internal IT capability as they move away from a shared services IT model across other departments. The Tech Services Division has a number of transformation programs in progress including the migration of Salesforce LWC to React Native mobile applications.

Role

The Project Manager reports to the Program Director, and is responsible for planning and managing ongoing projects based on Scaled Agile and mobile applications and migrations.

Duties

  • Co-ordinate technical solution planning activities for new capabilities and features requested by the business
  • Work with Architecture, specialist Delivery Teams within Tech Services, and external vendors;
  • Develop the project schedule and maintain the plan
  • Deliver all technical components of the project solution, working with internal and external teams
  • Manage delivery partner(s) for system implementation – this will include internal teams, IT teams from shared services partner (another large federal agency) teams and commercial vendor teams;
  • Work closely with the Product Owner & delivery teams driving day-to-day delivery of the core technology solution sprints
  • Provide guidance and point of escalation for resolution for technical issues
  • Represent the project in ICT Change and Release Management meetings
  • Manage Cyber Security assessments, Penetration testing, go/no-go gates
  • Apply DevOps principles to improve quality and reliability
  • Project plans, risks, issues and key dependencies
  • Present Weekly Status Reports
  • Be a champion for continuous improvement

Success Measures

  • 8-10+ years IT Project Management within Prince2, PMBOK, Agile, SAFe and hybrid models
  • Deep expertise in digital and mobile technologies and integrating external systems into core cloud based business platforms
  • Relevant tertiary qualifications; and an industry recognised PM qualification (SAFe preferred).
  • React Native and/or Salesforce LWC – HIGHLY regarded
  • Project Management in Federal or State Government environments – HIGHLY regarded

Apply
To apply, please email your CV to Kylie.McManus@talentinternational.com. Successful applicants will need to clear federal background checks requiring proof of Australian Citizenship with the ability to obtain baseline AGSVA clearance as needed. Applications close Friday 23 October.

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