Talent’s client is looking for a highly experienced Mainframe Systems Programmer to take ownership of critical CICS & MQ environments supporting high-volume, transaction-heavy systems. This is a long-term opportunity (5-year programme) where you’ll play a key role in ensuring performance, resilience, and stability across mission-critical platforms.
This role suits a true SME who enjoys working at depth in complex z/OS environments and being a go-to expert within a lean, high-impact team.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, upgrade, and maintain IBM CICS TS and IBM MQ on z/OS (SMP/E)
• Manage and optimise CICS regions (TOR/AOR/FOR) and CICSPlex SM environments
• Configure and administer MQ (Queue Managers, Channels, Clusters, QSGs)
• Monitor and tune performance using RMF/SMF, OMEGAMON, Sysview
• Troubleshoot complex incidents (abends, dumps, MQ issues, channel failures)
• Design and support high availability & disaster recovery solutions
• Drive automation (REXX, JCL, z/OSMF) and reduce manual overhead
• Implement and manage RACF/ACF2 security controls
• Partner with application, DB, and infrastructure teams on CICS-MQ integration

What You’ll Bring

• Deep expertise in CICS TS on z/OS (architecture, config, tuning)
• Strong experience with CICSPlex SM across multiple regions
• Proven background in IBM MQ (MQ Series) on z/OS
• Solid z/OS fundamentals: JCL, TSO/ISPF, SMP/E, JES2, SMF/RMF
• Experience with high-volume transaction processing environments
• Strong troubleshooting capability across CICS & MQ ecosystems
• Automation experience using REXX / JCL

Nice to have:

• Exposure to DB2, IMS, and modern integration patterns (APIs, Java/COBOL)
• Advanced dump analysis and IBM support engagement

Team & Culture

• Small, high-performing team (NZ + offshore collaboration)
• You’ll often be the local SME and key point of contact
• Strong focus on ownership, reliability, and collaboration
• Shared on-call model (with additional compensation)

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Salary
• Long-term stability – 5-year programme
• Hybrid working
• Paid on-call and standby allowances
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, mission-critical systems

If you’re a senior CICS/MQ specialist looking for a role where you can truly own the environment and make an impact then apply using link.

We’re seeking a Sales Executive to lead growth in the Data & Integration practice of a leading technology transformation partner. This is a newly created, pure sales role – evolved from account management and consulting – designed to bring focus, strategy, and accountability to go-to-market execution.

You’ll manage a mix of inherited pipeline (working alongside account managers to progress and close existing opportunities) and new business generation, selling across both public and private sectors. The work involves consultative, solution-led selling, engaging senior stakeholders, and turning initial project wins into long-term client partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive purposeful go-to-market sales for Data & Integration solutions.
• Build, qualify, and manage pipeline across new and existing accounts (~1,500 customers in the base).
• Partner with account managers to progress and close existing pipeline opportunities.
• Lead C-suite engagements, guiding pricing and objection handling, while drawing on technical specialists when needed.
• Respond to RFPs, prepare proposals, and deliver persuasive presentations.
• Position solutions spanning Microsoft Azure Fabric, Databricks, and Snowflake.
• Manage multiple deal types: tactical projects (~$50K), larger programmes (hundreds of thousands), and RFP-led strategic transformations.
• Convert project engagements into long-term support or continuous improvement agreements.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven success in selling data platforms or analytics solutions.
• Skilled in commercial negotiations, objection handling, and pricing discussions.
• Demonstrated ability to build and execute pipeline, balancing new business with existing accounts.
• Strong C-suite engagement skills, with the ability to influence senior decision-makers.
• Background in technology solutions; Microsoft ecosystem experience highly valued.
• Knowledge of Databricks and/or Snowflake advantageous.
• Experience in both private and public sectors preferred.

Deal Landscape

• Sales cycle: 2-4 weeks for small tactical projects, 6-8 weeks for typical engagements, and several months for large RFP-led programmes.
• Deal size: $50K tactical engagements through to multi-hundred-thousand-dollar projects.
• Engagement type: 9/10 projects evolve into ongoing support or continuous improvement contracts.
• Stakeholders: CIOs, CFOs, Heads of Data, and senior business leaders, supported internally by a strong technical team.
• Workload balance: Typically a blend of one major engagement plus smaller tactical opportunities.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base salary plus commission.
• Hybrid & flexible working arrangements.
• Company bonus scheme.
• Birthday leave & volunteer/community day.
• Discounted gym memberships & free annual flu jabs.
• Training, certifications, and career development opportunities.
• Cross-training into new technologies.
• Supportive, inclusive, and people-first culture with regular team events.

Why This Role?

This is a chance to join a business that has already invested in its technical capability and is now scaling its sales engine. You’ll have access to a large existing customer base, a strong delivery team, and proven solutions in the Microsoft, Databricks, and Snowflake ecosystems. For the right salesperson, this is an opportunity to own the Data & Analytics sales motion, close meaningful deals, and build lasting client partnerships

• Mt Wellington location/flexible working
• Initial contract till 30th June 2026
• Technical BA – Salesforce focus

As a Senior BA you will be working on delivering digital pieces of work that comes out from strategy meetings.
We are looking for a solid Senior Technical BA – write user acceptance stories, create acceptance plans. Experience converting business requirements to technical specifications that the developers/Architect can pick up and run with.

What you’ll be doing

• Translating strategy into clear, actionable delivery
• Writing high-quality user stories and acceptance criteria
• Creating acceptance plans and supporting delivery through to testing
• Engaging with stakeholders to unpack requirements and shape solutions
• Working closely with Solution Architects, Tech Leads, and Testers
• Navigating evolving priorities in a fast-moving environment

What you’ll bring

• Proven experience as a Technical Business Analyst
• Strong experience working across CRM platforms (Salesforce highly desirable)
• Ability to translate business needs into technical requirements developers can action
• Confident stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Solid experience working in Agile environments
• Comfortable working in ambiguity and shifting priorities
• Strong listening skills, able to connect the dots and bring clarity

Why this role?

• High-impact digital work tied directly to business strategy
• Strong technical environment with experienced delivery teams
• Variety, pace, and real ownership
• Flexible, collaborative team culture

Please note: shortlisted candidates must be present in New Zealand and have valid working rights.

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Opportunity knocks…

Our client is recruiting a Lead Business Analyst to work as part of an enterprise wide platform implementation. This role not only involves overseeing a team of Business Analysts but also requires a hands on approach to business analysis. You will play a crucial role in influencing and managing stakeholders and ensuring the successful alignment of cross-functional teams in this critical project.

Why you’re special…

• Proven experience as a Lead Business Analyst, you are able to lead a team whilst remaining hands on.
• For this role you must have banking, and more specifically, lending experience.
• You have worked on large transformation projects.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across a variety of teams including vendors.
• Strong hands-on business analysis capabilities, including the ability to document comprehensive business requirements.

What’s in it for you…

• Play a key role in a major enterprise transformation programme.
• Lead and mentor a team, whilst shaping how analysis is delivered across the programme and ensuring continuous improvement.
• Strategic and hands-on role – with high stakeholder visibility.
• Long-term project with strong runway.

Please note we are only able to consider candidates in NZ with relevant working rights for this role.

Join an industry leader developing innovative solutions for customer and client front-line portals.

You will play a pivotal role in architecting, designing, and implementing solutions that connect diverse systems and APIs.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience with MuleSoft and Java for backend development
• Strong proficiency in RESTful API development and integration
• Familiarity with end-to-end integration testing protocols
• Expertise in version control systems (preferably Git) and CI/CD pipelines
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code
• Experience working within an agile squad and familiarity with associated documentation and processes

This is an initial 6 month contract with opportunity for extension.

Please apply with an updated CV for a confidential chat.

About the role

This role suits an analyst ready to step up – taking responsibility for investigations, supporting response coordination, and contributing to SOC maturity.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead investigation of security alerts and incidents
• Coordinate and support incident response
• Identify gaps and improvements in detection and response
• Contribute to playbooks and continuous improvement
• Support on-call operations

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in a SOC role
• Strong incident investigation and response capability
• Experience with SIEM, EDR and cloud platforms
• Clear communicator who works well across teams and is highly adaptable

Te Mana Whakaatu – Classification Office works to inform and empower New Zealanders to watch content in a positive way while safeguarding them from harm. As an Advisor in our Information Unit you’ll be supporting our team and communicating the Office’s mahi via a variety of mediums.

About Us
We are an independent Crown Entity responsible for classifying entertainment material such as films, TV shows, streaming content, magazines, games and streaming service providers.

We work with law enforcement agencies to classify material that includes real life violence, extremist content and other potentially illegal content. Our work helps maintain the important balance between freedom of expression and protection from harm.

We actively engage with and inform the public, providing research services, disseminating information, public presentations, and enquiry response.

About the Role
This is a diverse role where you’ll get to create resources from scratch, respond to requests for information and complaints, write content and presentations, communicate our research, design engaging social media posts, and work with news media on everything from high profile banned publications to classification of the latest films.

You’ll be working with a wide range of stakeholders – government and non-government agencies, law enforcement agencies, media, parents, educators, community groups and young people – including our Youth Advisory Panel.

About You
Our ideal candidate will be able to, and have proven experience of:

• writing across a variety of forms in the appropriate tone – such as blogs, reports, OIAs, presentations, web content and media – reactive and proactive
• social media management
• working with news media and able to demonstrate good judgement and risk radar
• engaging with a wide variety of stakeholders with an ability to adapt to suit the situation
• an ability to actively contribute to the Office’s Te Ao Māori priorities.

You’ll bring curiosity, creativity, and a willingness to contribute across a range of work. You’ll enjoy working at pace and be comfortable supporting the team with tasks such as research, drafting briefings, responding to public enquiries, and contributing to projects. An interest in working with young people is important, including helping facilitate conversations and engaging with our Youth Advisory Panel.

Possessing good time management skills, you’ll be able to juggle multiple pieces of work, and enjoy picking things up and making them happen, applying good judgement along the way.

While we appreciate you might not have all of the experience we’re looking for, if you meet most of our desired attributes and experience then we’re keen to hear from you – but please do note we are seeking practical experience beyond tertiary studies.

In Return
You’ll join a team that is known for its professionalism, integrity and impartiality in delivering robust public services. As a team we operate an open, honest, quiz loving, co-operative environment with a respect for individual diversity. You’ll be part of a team that does truly interesting, varied, and important work.

We are based in central Wellington on the Terrace.

To Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, click the link and apply now!

In addition to attaching your CV we would like to see an impressive cover letter outlining why this is the job for you.

For further information about this role and a detailed job description, please contact Jacaleen Williams at Talent International on (021) 732 996.

Applications close at 5pm on Monday 6 April 2026.

Are you passionate about creating seamless digital experiences that resonate with customers? Our client is on the lookout for a talented Digital Experience Designer to join their newly created customer design team.

This hybrid role is pivotal in transforming how customers interact with the brand across various digital touch points. As a bridge between innovative design and hands-on execution, you’ll play a critical role in crafting and implementing high-quality user experiences for the website, customer portal, mobile app, and more.

If you’re someone who thrives on enhancing user journeys and enjoys a collaborative, creative environment, we want to hear from you!

Required Skills:

• 3-5 year’s experience in UX/UI or front-end development, preferably in financial services, SaaS, or digital marketing
• Strong practical knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Experience working with CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, Sitecore)
• Proficient in responsive design and front-end accessibility standards
• Familiarity using Figma (or similar) for creating user interfaces and prototypes
• Ability to optimise layouts for desktop and mobile while ensuring visual consistency
• Understanding of UX testing techniques and iterative improvement processes

Nice to Have Skills:

• Familiarity with CRM and analytics tools (e.g., Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics)
• Experience working in Agile or cross-functional teams
• Basic graphic editing or animation skills (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects)
• Previous experience in the financial services sector

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Tertiary qualification in Digital Design, Front-End Development, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), or relevant practical experience

If you are looking for support & autonomy within a fantastic culture, apply with an updated resume for a confidential chat.

Job Title: Deskside Engineer

Location: Hamilton
Start Date: ASAP

Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused Deskside Engineer to join our client and provide essential on-site support at healthcare facilities. In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring that users have seamless access to technology, resolving hardware and software issues, and facilitating device deployments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver exceptional end-user support
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and software issues promptly
• Assist with device deployments and replacements to minimize disruption
• Manage user accounts and access permissions, ensuring security guidelines are followed
• Maintain and repair laptops and desktops, providing quick resolutions to technical challenges

Required Skills:

• Strong communication skills with a focus on customer service
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in an IT support role (Level 1.5 – 2)
• Proficiency in Microsoft products and troubleshooting common office software issues
• Experience with Active Directory and Azure for managing user accounts
• Ability to reset passwords, set up new users, and change permissions efficiently

Nice to Have Skills:

• Familiarity with Azure Intune for device management would be an advantage

If you are enthusiastic about technology and dedicated to providing outstanding support, we invite you to apply for this essential role. Please note to be considered for this role you will need to have legal valid working rights and be in the country.

• 12 month contract – potential to extend
• Site based in Taupo – hybrid working (travel costs covered)
• Solar Farm Build project

We’re partnering with a leading energy organisation delivering large-scale Solar Farm and Battery Energy Storage (BESS) projects across New Zealand.

They’re looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead the engineering and infrastructure delivery of a major solar project – covering electrical, civil and structural works, including HV substation integration.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in projects supporting the future of clean energy in Aotearoa.

The Role

You’ll lead complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects across the full delivery lifecycle – working closely with engineering, construction and stakeholder teams to ensure safe, efficient and high-quality project outcomes.

The role includes regular site presence in Taup? (approximately 3 days per week) to support project delivery and contractor coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of renewable energy infrastructure projects including Solar Farms, BESS and HV Substations
• Manage multidisciplinary engineering teams across electrical, civil and structural workstreams
• Oversee project planning, scheduling, cost management and reporting
• Manage project risks, resources and stakeholder expectations
• Coordinate contractors and delivery partners across the project lifecycle
• Provide clear project reporting and governance across internal stakeholders

What You’ll Bring

• Proven Project Management experience delivering large infrastructure or renewable energy projects
• Experience across solar farms, HV substations, BESS or electrical infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMBOK, PRINCE2 or similar)
• Experience using Primavera, SAP or similar project management tools
• Ability to manage complex multidisciplinary delivery environments

Strong stakeholder engagement and contractor management capability

Certification as a Certified Practising Project Manager (CPPM) or similar would be advantageous.

Working Model

• 12-month fixed term contract (high likelihood of extension)
• Travel to Taup0 site approx. 3 days per week
• All site travel costs covered (flights, accommodation, vehicle hire, meals)
• Company laptop and phone provided

Why This Role Matters ?

New Zealand’s renewable energy infrastructure pipeline is accelerating. This project will play a key role in supporting sustainable energy generation and storage for the future.

If you’re an experienced infrastructure PM who enjoys seeing complex projects come to life – this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something meaningful

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Job Title: Senior Tester (Automation & Manual)

Location: Auckland CBD
Duration: 6 months minimum
Start Date: ASAP
Work Style: Hybrid (3 days on-site, remainder flexible)

Overview:
We are seeking a skilled Senior Tester to join our clients team focused on driving transformational digital projects in Auckland CBD. In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering high-quality solutions across diverse platforms through both manual and automated testing. If you excel in a collaborative environment and have a passion for quality assurance, this is a significant opportunity to contribute to impactful projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Contributing to various digital initiatives, including client portals, workflow enhancements, and CRM implementations.
• Performing extensive manual and automated testing with an emphasis on integration and end-to-end functionality.
• Conducting testing on APIs, message queues, data transformations, and file integrations.
• Supporting regression testing and managing automation suites within CI/CD pipelines.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven expertise in API and integration testing within Spring Boot, Mule, or Java environments.
• Proficiency in manual and automated testing using JUnit and Cucumber/BDD frameworks.
• Experience with REST API testing tools, particularly Postman.
• Solid understanding of test automation practices in CI/CD pipelines and regression suite management.

Nice to Have Skills:

• Familiarity with MuleSoft, Data Management Solutions (DMS), or SaaS platforms.
• Experience within the finance or insurance sectors is a plus.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies is advantageous.

If you are a proactive tester with a blend of manual and automation skills who is eager to work on digital transformation projects, we encourage you to apply! Please note we can only consider candidates in New Zealand with relevant work rights who are available within 2 weeks.

Mō mātou| About us

The New Zealand Defence Force spends every hour of every day, 365 days a year contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa.

The role of the Internal Audit | Arotake ā-roto team is to provide independent, meaningful, and insightful assurance services to the organisation. As a partner across the organisation the Internal Audit team adds real value, going beyond compliance to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and work proactively to help manage risk.

In the Audit Intelligence team, your data analysis work will touch on many aspects of what the NZDF is about – from camps and bases, overseas posts and governance systems, through to finance, travel and HR systems.

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Reporting to the Manager Audit Intelligence, you will work collaboratively to provide data-led audits and analytics. You will contribute to the delivery of high-quality insights that are highly valued by senior stakeholders.

In this role you will get to:

• leverage data to solve interesting and unique problems that lead to tangible improvements
• access and use large datasets to create high-quality data analysis that supports the delivery of audits that are entirely data driven
• provide data analysis expertise and support to fraud investigations when required
• use your love of data and inquisitive mind to generate insights that help the organisation to better understand its data, augment decision making, and drive new initiatives
• contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of data analysis tools and techniques for the team
• work with the military and civilian personnel and teams that make up the NZDF.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

The right person for this role will offer:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a data analytics, modelling or data intelligence role
• Exceptional technical capability paired with an inquiring, analytical mind
• Attention to detail so sharp it could cut through a corrupted CSV
• A habit of validating data so thoroughly errors don’t survive the process
• Ability to turn technical information and complex data into clear, insightful reports and visualisations
• Practical experience with data tools such as SQL, Access, Excel, Power Query, Power Pivot and VBA
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence and willingness to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders

Experience within an audit environment, or an understanding of audit is preferred, but not essential.

We are undertaking a transformation to modernise our analytical environment. Therefore, experience with data interrogation and visualisation tools such as Power BI, R, Python, and ACL/Arbutus is desirable.

With the opportunity to work with a highly experienced, passionate manager and wider team of experts, an appetite for learning and continuous improvement is a must.

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you

Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that’s just the beginning – safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include 5 weeks annual leave per year, discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.

If you’re interested, we can’t wait to hear from you! For more information and a full position description, Vaishali Thapliyal at vaishali.thapliyal@talentinternational.com Katie Kemp on 021 928 232 to discuss this opportunity further, or click APPLY NOW and submit your CV and cover letter.

Applications for this role will close on Monday 30^th of March.

All applications will be acknowledged electronically.