Our client is seeking a Technical Training Coordinator to support a high-volume, compliance-driven training function within a large utilities environment. This contract will run through to the end of the year and will support a busy team responsible for coordinating technical training across a large operational workforce.

This is a fast-paced, administration-heavy role focused on coordinating training activities, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance across a complex environment.
The role would suit an experienced compliance, HR, training, or operations administrator who is highly organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities. Utilities or electricity industry experience is desirable but not essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate initial and refresher technical training across multiple locations
• Manage training schedules, bookings, attendance, and rescheduling
• Maintain and update training records across SAP, LMS platforms, and Excel trackers
• Reconcile training data, licences, and expiry reports to ensure compliance
• Liaise with training providers, schedulers, and internal stakeholders
• Process training invoices and track associated costs
• Ensure training activities meet regulatory and internal compliance requirements

Key Requirements

• Strong administration experience within a complex, high-volume environment
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills
• High attention to detail and ability to maintain data accuracy in compliance-driven settings
• Experience working across multiple systems, including ERP, LMS, and Excel
• Strong Excel skills, including filtering, reconciling, and working with large datasets
• Ability to follow structured processes and work independently once trained

• Experience in training coordination, compliance administration, HR administration, or operations support
• Experience within utilities highly regarded

If you would like to know more, please contact Milly Kerei-Keepa at milly.kerei-keepa@talentinternational.com or hit Apply Now

Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, have been engaged to recruit a Tech Lead for a fast-growing Australian technology company operating at the intersection of fintech, payments and e-commerce.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team where you’ll have genuine influence over technical direction, product decisions and engineering standards while remaining deeply hands-on.

Role Title: Tech Lead

Salary: $160,000 – $170,000 + Super

Location + WFH Flexibility: Sydney CBD | Hybrid Working (2-3 days in office)

Role Details:

As a senior member of the engineering team, you will play a key role in shaping architecture, reviewing code, mentoring engineers and delivering high-quality software across a modern technology stack.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you’ll spend approximately 50% of your time building software and 50% of your time driving engineering excellence through collaboration, design reviews and technical decision-making.

Working closely with founders, product and engineering teams, you’ll have the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges while helping scale a platform used by leading retail and consumer brands.

Key Responsibilities:

* Deliver production-grade features across the stack, with a strong focus on backend development

* Lead code reviews and establish best practices across the engineering function

* Contribute to architecture and system design discussions

* Collaborate closely with Product and Design teams to deliver customer-focused solutions

* Drive adoption of modern AI-assisted development practices and tooling

* Mentor junior engineers and help elevate technical standards

* Own projects end-to-end from design through deployment and optimisation

Required Skills & Experience:

* Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer, Staff Engineer or Technical Lead

* Strong backend engineering expertise, ideally within Python-based environments

* Excellent Computer Science fundamentals including software design, algorithms and data structures

* Experience designing and building scalable production systems

* Strong code review and technical leadership capability

* Comfortable influencing technical direction and challenging ideas constructively

* Experience working in high-performing engineering environments

* Passion for leveraging AI tools to improve software development productivity and quality

Nice to Have:

* Experience with Python, Flask, FastAPI, React, React Native or TypeScript

* Experience with cloud-native or serverless architectures

* Strong SQL and database optimisation skills

* Exposure to e-commerce, payments or transactional platforms

* Experience working within recognised technology, product or data-driven organisations

Additional Details & Benefits:

* High-impact role within a growing technology business

* Opportunity to influence both technical and product strategy

* Potential equity participation

* Hybrid and flexible working environment

* Work directly with founders and senior stakeholders

* Modern engineering culture with strong adoption of AI development tools

* Collaborative, high-performing team environment

To Apply:

If this sounds like your next opportunity, please click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your resume. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, contact Talent International.

Talent International is currently recruiting for an APS6 Support Need Assessors to work for one of our Federal Government clients. These roles are to support people with disability and conduct comprehensive assessments that inform evidence-based decisions regarding support needs.

ROLE DETAILS:
Eligibility: Australian citizenship required (Federal Government)
Location: West Australia (metro/regional) and Australia wide
Start date: Monday 13 July 2026 (mandatory start date)
Contract: Initial term until 31 December 2026 – high likelihood for extensions
Hours: Full-time, Mon-Fri, 7.5hr days
Rate: $61.86 per hour + Super
Checks: Police Check required
Close: Thursday 11 June, 2026

ABOUT THE ROLE:
You’ll conduct support needs assessments by gathering information from participants and their representatives, analysing and synthesising evidence, and preparing clear written assessment reports. You’ll communicate respectfully (including trauma-informed and culturally aware approaches), escalate issues where required, and contribute to service improvements across the team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct support needs assessments and gather information from Participants/representatives
• Analyse and interpret evidence to inform defensible, evidence-based assessment decisions
• Prepare clear, accurate written assessment reports
• Communicate clearly with participants and support networks (virtual and face-to-face), explaining process and outcomes
• Identify and escalate issues based on complexity, risk or policy limitations
• Use digital tools/CRM systems to capture outcomes and manage information securely
• Contribute to learning and team capability (mentoring/support as required)

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:
Recognised tertiary qualification in allied health: (evidence required with application)
OT, Physio, Speech Path, Social Work, Dietetics, Exercise Physiology, Rehab Counselling, Counselling/Psychotherapy) or relevant health discipline (RN/EN, Education degree clinician, NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner)

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Experience in the administration of assessments of support need, or other relevant person-centred assessment frameworks (highly regarded)
• Accreditation or experience using the I-CAN Support Needs Assessment Tool is (highly regarded)
• Strong assessment/interviewing skills and ability to gather, analyse and synthesise information into clear recommendations
• Confident evidence interpretation and ability to write clear, objective, defensible assessment findings
• Trauma-informed, inclusive and culturally safe practice; strong communication skills for complex/sensitive conversations
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet operational requirements
• Experience with CRM/case management systems and strong privacy/confidentiality practice

APPLY:
Submit your resume (including evidence of qualification), or for further information please contact Kelly Williams on 0409 005 286

For over 30 years Talent has been redefining the contracting experience with industry leading support, exclusive contractor benefits & a world-class digital platform ENGAGE to access it all. Apply today to see how we can elevate your career

Senior Workday Business Analyst

Location: Ultimo – Hybrid Role

Contract: Initial 6-month engagement

Are you an experienced Business Analyst with a strong background in Workday enhancements and implementations? We are seeking a talented Senior Workday Business Analyst to join a dynamic program supporting HR transformation initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a large-scale, ongoing project with a dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business and People Units to understand and refine Workday processes and design solutions.
• Develop and document future state designs, ensuring stakeholder alignment and approval.
• Consolidate extensive documentation across the program for clarity and efficiency.
• Support testing activities, including test case execution and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Assist in training sessions and dress rehearsals to ensure successful implementation.
• Work closely with functional leads, alleviating some of their workload through effective analysis and documentation.
• Engage in continuous refinement, maintenance, and re-design of Workday processes and systems.
• Adapt to both Waterfall and Agile project environments, with familiarity in Scaled Agile methodologies being advantageous.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with a resilient and proactive approach.
• Be available to work in the office at least 3 days per week.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a BA / Consultant / SME, etc. implementing Workday – ideally across either Talent, Succession Planning, Compensation, or Recruiting

• Strong documentation skills and the ability to synthesize complex information.
• Experience supporting test phases and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication skills and a robust personality to navigate a dynamic environment.

If you’re ready to make an impact in a challenging and rewarding environment, we want to hear from you!

If you are interested in this role, please submit your cover letter & CV application in Word format only by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button below or email to anna.au@talentinternational.com

AI Governance & Assurance Specialist

• NSW Government organisation
• 📍 Sydney Inner West | Hybrid
• 📅 12-Month Contract | ASAP Start (Pending Checks)
• 💲 $700 – $770 per day + Super

An exciting opportunity exists for an AI Governance & Assurance Specialist to join a growing team responsible for ensuring the safe, ethical and compliant adoption of AI technologies across a large and complex organisation.

This is an ideal role for someone with experience in AI governance, technology risk, privacy, cyber assurance, data governance or responsible AI who enjoys working with stakeholders to balance innovation with risk, compliance and community expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct AI assurance assessments and risk reviews across the project lifecycle.
• Assess AI solutions against privacy, legal, ethical, security and governance requirements.
• Support Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), risk assessments and governance activities.
• Prepare clear recommendations, risk ratings and assurance advice for stakeholders and governance forums.
• Review vendor solutions, proposals and contracts to ensure appropriate AI controls are in place.
• Conduct supplier due diligence across areas such as data handling, model behaviour, safety testing, data residency, IP rights, auditability and incident management.
• Support the development of AI governance frameworks, standards, guidance and training materials.
• Monitor emerging AI technologies, risks and regulatory developments.

About You

You may come from a background in:

• AI Governance or Responsible AI
• Technology or Digital Risk
• Privacy and Data Governance
• Cyber Security Governance
• ICT Risk and Assurance
• Enterprise Risk and Compliance

To be successful, you will bring:

• Experience assessing AI-enabled solutions, emerging technologies or digital products.
• Strong understanding of AI, Generative AI and AI risk management principles.
• Experience conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), assurance reviews or risk assessments.
• Knowledge of privacy, legal and policy obligations relevant to AI.
• Ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and provide clear, practical advice.
• Strong written communication and stakeholder management skills.

Highly Desirable

Candidates with experience in Vendor management, supplier assurance, procurement, Contract review or Contract negotiation will be highly regarded.

Experience reviewing technology or AI vendor contracts and assessing supplier compliance with privacy, security and governance requirements will be a significant advantage.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing AI governance function and help shape responsible AI practices.
• Work at the forefront of AI, governance and emerging technology.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Exposure to a broad range of stakeholders across technology, legal, privacy, cyber and business teams.

Government experience is beneficial but not essential.

We are looking for someone who is flexible, agile, collaborative and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with a passion for responsible AI and delivering practical outcomes.

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and cover letter in Word format by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button below, or email your application to deqa.omer@talentinternational.com

ICT Project Officer // 12 month contract

We are seeking an experienced and motivated ICT Project Officer to support the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of ICT projects and digital initiatives within a dynamic and community-focused organisation.

This is an exciting opportunity for a project professional who enjoys working across technology and business teams, leading stakeholder engagement, and delivering practical technology outcomes that improve services and organisational capability.

About the Role

A key focus of this role includes supporting and delivering website and digital platform projects, along with content management implementation initiatives and broader ICT transformation activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the delivery of ICT projects and initiatives across software, infrastructure and digital platforms

• Lead project coordination activities across planning, delivery and implementation phases

• Apply consistent project management methodologies, tools and governance frameworks

• Prepare and maintain project plans, schedules, documentation, reports and dashboards

• Monitor project budgets, risks, issues and project performance

Essential Skills and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Business, Project Management, Change Management or a related discipline

• Demonstrated experience in ICT project management, including stakeholder negotiations and conflict resolution

• Proven experience delivering website development and digital platform projects (must)

• Experience managing or supporting content management system (CMS) implementation projects

• Experience delivering software and ICT infrastructure projects

• Strong understanding of project delivery methodologies and governance frameworks

Apply Now

If you are an experienced ICT project professional with digital delivery expertise and a passion for driving successful technology outcomes, we would welcome your application.

Job Title: Mid-Level AI Analyst – Governance & Ethics

Location: Sydney CBD
Employment Type: Full-time / long term contract opportunity

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Mid-Level AI Analyst, and this role is ideal for someone passionate about AI governance, ethics, and responsible AI frameworks, who enjoys translating complex technical risks into practical advice and solutions.

You will work across government, enterprise, and technical teams to assess AI initiatives, monitor compliance, and support the implementation of robust governance processes. This is not a policy-making role , it’s analytical, advisory, and deeply hands-on, offering exposure to cutting-edge AI projects in a high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct AI governance and ethics assessments across projects, identifying potential risks, bias, fairness, and compliance issues.
• Support implementation of AI governance frameworks, approval gates, and monitoring processes.
• Collaborate with policy, IT, legal, privacy, and business teams to provide clear, actionable guidance on AI projects.
• Document and report findings, including risk assessments, dashboards, and governance committee materials.
• Stay up to date with AI regulatory requirements, privacy laws, and ethical AI principles, ensuring projects align with best practice.
• Assist in embedding responsible AI practices and frameworks.

Skills & Experience
Essential:

• Hands-on experience in AI governance, ethics, and responsible AI frameworks.
• Understanding of ethical AI principles: bias/fairness, & transparency.
• Experience assessing AI projects for compliance, risk, and governance concerns.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to review data sets, model outputs, or AI tools.
• Experience with ServiceNow or similar governance/tracking tools.
• Excellent communication skills to translate technical risks into clear advice for senior management.

Desirable / Nice-to-Have:

• Background in government/public sector, consulting, finance, regulated industries, academia, or tech companies with AI governance exposure.
• Knowledge of AI regulatory requirements, PIAs, or model risk frameworks.
• Experience supporting governance committees, dashboards, and reporting frameworks.

“If AI governance and ethics excite you, we want to hear from you!”

How to Apply:
Please submit your CV and cover letter in Word format by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button below.

Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, is seeking a motivated and analytical Category Analyst to join a global technology organisation supporting category performance, reporting, and business operations across Australia and New Zealand.

Role Title: Category Analyst

Contract Length: Initial 12-month contract (highly likely to extend)

Location + WFH Flexibility: Rhodes, Sydney | Initially 5 days onsite, with the view to move to 3 days onsite per week

Hourly Rate: $40 per hour including super

Role Details

This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised technology organisation and work closely with category and sales leadership across the ANZ region. The successful candidate will support business performance through reporting, forecasting, analysis, and operational coordination across the Large Format business.

You will work closely with Category Managers, Sales Managers, Supply Chain teams, and channel partners to help drive business performance, support planning activities, and ensure key reporting and business processes run smoothly.

This role would suit someone with strong analytical skills, strong Excel and Power BI capabilities, and a keen eye for detail who enjoys working in a fast-paced commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

* Monitor weekly sales performance against targets and track market share trends

* Track and analyse partner performance across the ANZ region

* Prepare monthly forecasts to support supply chain planning

* Conduct competitor pricing and market analysis

* Monitor sales performance across key Tier 1 partners and ensure alignment with business plans

* Support category and sales teams with planning, reporting, and operational activities

Required Skills and Experience

* Previous experience in an analyst, reporting, sales support, commercial operations, or business coordination role

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience interpreting business data

* Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience using Power BI

* Excellent communication skills and ability to work with both internal and external stakeholders

* Experience supporting business planning, forecasting, reporting, or commercial operations

Additional Details & Benefits

* Opportunity to work within a globally recognised technology environment

* Exposure to category management, sales operations, forecasting, and commercial planning

* Collaborative and supportive team environment

* Potential for long-term extension and career growth opportunities

* Hybrid working arrangements available after the initial onboarding period

To Apply

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you would like to hear more, please click Apply Now and submit your resume.

Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, have been engaged by our long-standing client, an Australian-founded leader in data science and advanced analytics, to hire a Security Engineer – AI & ML Security.

This organisation is investing heavily in AI and building a practical, engineering-led AI security capability to support secure, large-scale adoption.

Role Details

Role Title: Security Engineer – AI & ML Security

Contract Length: Initial 12 month contract (highly likely to extend or convert to permanent)

Location: Eveleigh, Sydney (3 days in office – Tue-Thurs)

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Process: 2-stage (technical + behavioural)

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on security engineering role focused on securing real AI systems as they’re being built and rolled out across the business.

You’ll work closely with engineering and data teams to embed security into how things are developed and deployed – not sit on the sidelines writing policy.

You will:

• Work with teams to secure AI and application use cases as they’re designed and built
• Conduct threat modelling and identify practical risks across new features and systems
• Implement security controls and guardrails for AI tools (LLMs, internal platforms, ML pipelines)
• Embed security into CI/CD pipelines, cloud environments, and deployment workflows
• Contribute to the safe rollout of AI across the business
• Stay close to emerging risks and apply pragmatic, real-world security solutions

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone hands-on and technical, not purely strategic.

• Strong security engineering foundation (AppSec, cloud security, or similar)
• Experience working in DevOps / DevSecOps environments
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS or GCP)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and secure deployment practices
• Comfortable doing threat modelling (STRIDE or similar approaches)
• Exposure to AI is a bonus – interest in learning is more important

Why This Role

• Work on real AI systems, not theoretical security frameworks
• Strong focus on building and implementing, not just advising
• Be part of a major AI rollout across the business
• Access to modern tech stack and evolving AI tooling
• Strong engineering culture with close collaboration across teams
• Genuine work-life balance (no expectation beyond ~5pm)
• Clear pathway to a long-term / permanent opportunity

To Apply

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you would like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume.

EL1 Program Manager

• $602.55 + superannuation
• Contract to the 30th December initially
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Locations: Geelong, Richmond & other state consideration

Join a dynamic and impactful organization as an EL1 Program Manager, where you will lead strategic initiatives that shape the future of national programs. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to manage complex projects, foster key stakeholder relationships, and contribute to meaningful reform efforts at the highest level. If you are passionate about driving change, leading high-performing teams, and making a difference in the community, this is the position for you.

Required Skills

• Strong analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities
• Exceptional communication and writing skills tailored for a government audience
• Proven leadership in strategic policy development and reform implementation
• Excellent judgement and governance capabilities
• Adaptability to changing priorities and environments
• Effective stakeholder relationship management
• Experience in policy analysis, data interpretation, and preparing reports, briefings, and presentations
• Ability to coordinate and oversee complex projects with agency-wide impact
• Risk assessment and management expertise

Nice to Have Skills

• In-depth knowledge of legislation and Commonwealth procurement rules
• Experience with strategic commissioning and disability sector insights
• Experience leading teams within the public sector to deliver reform policies and programs

Preferred Education and Experience

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant field, such as Public Policy, Management, or related disciplines
• Extensive experience in program or project management within the public sector, ideally within policy reform contexts

Other Requirements

• Ability to manage highly sensitive and complex issues with discretion and professionalism
• Willingness to engage in cross-agency collaboration and stakeholder engagement activities

If you’re ready to make a real impact and shape transformative initiatives, we encourage you to apply now and bring your leadership skills to a role where they truly matter.
For more information, please contact Liam on liam.lasslett@talentinternational.com
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Proof of Australian Citizenship required.

EL1 Assistant Director, Strategic Policy

• $602.55 + superannuation
• Contract to the 30th December initially
• Hybrid work arrangement
• Locations: Geelong, Richmond & other state consideration

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for shaping transformative public policy? Join our team as the EL1 Assistant Director of Strategic Policy and play a pivotal role in driving meaningful reform within the national disability sector. In this strategic role, you will lead high-impact projects, influence policy implementation, and foster strong stakeholder relationships-all while working within a dynamic and evolving environment dedicated to making a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery and implementation of strategic reform projects aligned with organizational goals.
• Analyze complex policy issues, develop high-quality advice, and communicate recommendations effectively.
• Manage diverse stakeholder relationships and represent the organization at key forums.
• Guide teams in developing policy and corporate documentation, ensuring clarity and precision.
• Drive engagement initiatives and negotiate practical solutions for policy challenges.
• Contribute to branch leadership and cultivate a high-performing, positive team culture.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in strategic policy development and implementation within the public sector.
• Strong leadership abilities, including team and resource management.
• Excellent analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and writing skills tailored for government audiences.
• Sound judgment, governance, and risk management capabilities.
• Adaptability to respond to changing priorities and complex environments.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Knowledge of the disability sector.
• Understanding of Commonwealth procurement rules and strategic commissioning.
• Experience with legislation and delivery of reform projects.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• A relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Prior experience leading teams and managing significant policy initiatives, preferably within the public sector.

Other Requirements:

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to represent organizational interests effectively.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving priorities and work in a fast-paced setting.

Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to innovative reform and policy excellence. If you are energized by complex challenges and driven by making a real difference, we invite you to apply and contribute your expertise to our impactful work. For more information, please contact Liam on liam.lasslett@talentinternational.com
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Proof of Australian Citizenship required.

Technology & Cyber Security Career Opportunities
For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Candidates

Outback Talent is seeking Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who are interested in building a career in technology, cyber security, digital support, and defence-related technology pathways.

We work with government, defence, and enterprise organisations to help bridge the gap between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander talent and meaningful careers in technology.

These opportunities are ideal for people who are curious, motivated, and keen to learn. You do not need to have a formal IT qualification to apply. What matters most is your interest in technology, your willingness to develop new skills, and your desire to build a long-term career in the sector.

Some opportunities may also provide a pathway into government and defence environments, including roles that support candidates to understand security clearance requirements and prepare for work in secure settings.

About the Opportunities

We are looking for candidates interested in roles across the technology and cyber security domain, including:

• Cyber security support
• Application support
• Service desk and technical support
• Cloud and infrastructure support
• Systems administration
• Digital operations
• IT project support
• Governance, risk and compliance
• Entry-level and pathway technology roles
• Government and defence technology pathways

These roles may suit people who are already working in IT, studying technology, or looking to transition into the technology sector.

Support Beyond Placement

Outback Talent is not just here to match you with a role. We support candidates through the process and beyond placement, including helping you understand what to expect, preparing for interviews, navigating workplace environments, and building confidence as you step into government, defence, or enterprise technology settings.

You will have someone in your corner as you move through the process and settle into your role.

About You

You may be a good fit if you:

• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Have an interest in technology, cyber security, digital systems, government, or defence pathways
• Are willing to learn and develop new technical skills
• Enjoy solving problems and supporting others
• Can communicate clearly and work well in a team
• Are reliable, motivated, and open to feedback

How to Apply

Please send through your resume and a brief cover note telling us why you are interested in technology or cyber security, and what kind of role or career pathway you would like to explore.

Apply or contact Luther Borgas at luther.borgas@outbacktalent.com

We will be in touch over the next week to walk you through the process.