Senior Communications Engineer

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

An opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Communications Engineer to join a major Tier 1 organisation operating across the Energy sector on a 2-year contract. Based in Perth, this position will provide technical leadership and engineering expertise across operational communications services supporting offshore and onshore assets. The successful candidate will contribute to the design, delivery and sustainment of critical communications infrastructure while supporting engineering governance, technical integrity and continuous improvement across operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and contribute to operational communications engineering projects from specification and design through to integration, construction, commissioning and handover.
  • Provide technical leadership and engineering support to operational communications maintenance teams.
  • Develop medium to long-term strategies for operational communications systems, including asset sustainment, lifecycle management and late-life asset planning.
  • Prepare CAPEX, OPEX and ABEX budgets to support operational communications asset strategies and investment planning.
  • Collaborate with asset engineers, project managers and internal stakeholders to identify operational requirements and develop appropriate engineering solutions.
  • Coordinate with discipline engineers and technical specialists to support effective project development and delivery.
  • Oversee contractor and service provider performance, ensuring compliance with service level agreements, engineering standards and operational requirements.
  • Maintain compliance with relevant Australian and international standards, legislation and regulatory obligations.
  • Manage engineering change controls to minimise operational disruption and protect production environments.
  • Maintain technical documentation, engineering records and operational communications system information.
  • Build relationships with strategic suppliers while identifying opportunities to improve commercial performance and service delivery.
  • Promote continuous improvement through knowledge sharing, technical reviews and lessons learned.
  • Support health, safety and environmental requirements, including process safety management principles and relevant engineering governance processes.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

  • Accredited tertiary qualification in Electronic Engineering, Communications Engineering or an equivalent discipline.
  • Eligibility for Engineers Australia membership and chartered status.
  • 5-10 years’ experience in operational communications and IT services, preferably within the energy or resources sector.
  • Demonstrated experience delivering complex operational communications projects from specification through to handover.
  • Practical experience across integration, construction, commissioning and site supervision.
  • Strong understanding of Australian and international standards applicable to operational communications systems.
  • Previous experience as a Technical Integrity Custodian (TIC) or in a similar capacity will be highly regarded.
  • Strong technical knowledge across operational communications technologies, including:
    • RADAR and CCTV systems
    • Public Address and General Alarm (PA/GA) systems
    • Microwave communications
    • Digital and analogue radio systems
    • WAN/LAN and Wi-Fi networks
    • Satellite communications
    • SCADA systems
  • Demonstrated capability in engineering governance, technical integrity and operational risk management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical engineering solutions.
  • Experience managing contractors, service providers and technical specialists.
  • Understanding of operational change management and process safety requirements.
  • Ability to develop asset management strategies and contribute to long-term engineering planning.
  • Strong stakeholder engagement, communication and collaboration skills.
  • Commercial awareness and experience supporting engineering budgets and supplier relationships.
  • Commitment to health, safety, engineering standards and continuous improvement.

Working Conditions

  • Perth-based position with periodic travel required to operational facilities across Western Australia and Victoria (Onshore & Offshore)
  • Occasional overseas travel may also be required.
  • Flexible working arrangements are available once established in the role.

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Route Management Officer Support

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Route Management Officer

Job Summary / Overview

An opportunity is available for a Route Management Officer to support traffic network performance and operational efficiency. Working alongside Route Managers, the position focuses on traffic signal monitoring, route optimisation and technical analysis to identify opportunities for network improvement.

The role involves traffic modelling, performance reporting and contributing to the development of effective traffic management strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support Route Managers in developing measures to improve route performance and optimisation strategies.

  • Monitor traffic signal operations using SCATS (Sydney Co-ordinated Adaptive Traffic System).

  • Prepare monthly route performance reports and identify performance gaps requiring intervention.

  • Undertake traffic modelling to optimise individual and networked traffic signal operations.

  • Review development applications and audit associated traffic modelling.

  • Analyse traffic network performance and contribute to the preparation of Route Operation Plans.

Required Qualifications

Essential:

  • Understanding of the traffic and transportation sector.

  • Sound knowledge and experience using computer systems and technical data for analysis.

  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships.

Desirable:

  • Understanding of road traffic signalling systems.

  • Diploma in Engineering, Computer Systems or another relevant discipline.

Skills & Competencies

  • Traffic Analysis: Ability to interpret technical data and assess traffic network performance.

  • Traffic Modelling: Understanding of traffic modelling techniques and network optimisation.

  • Technical Systems: Ability to work with computer-based analytical tools and traffic management systems.

  • Reporting: Capability to analyse performance information and identify areas requiring improvement.

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain productive working relationships.

  • Problem Solving: Ability to assess operational challenges and contribute to practical traffic management solutions.

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Workplace Experience Coordinator

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Workplace Experience Coordinator

Perth CBD | Initial 5-Month Contract | Potential Extensions

  • Join a friendly, close-knit team with a supportive workplace culture.
  • Varied role across corporate reception, workplace experience and facilities coordination.
  • Initial 5-month contract with potential extensions and a full week’s handover.

About the Role

Talent is seeking a friendly, proactive and highly organised Workplace Experience Coordinator to join a well-established organisation in Perth CBD on an initial 5-month contract with potential extensions.

As the welcoming face of the office, you will be responsible for creating a positive workplace experience for employees, visitors and contractors while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the workplace.

You’ll join a supportive, close-knit team where building relationships and delivering exceptional customer service are key. Working alongside another team member, you’ll also receive a full week’s handover to help you settle into the position.

Key Responsibilities

  • Act as the first point of contact for employees, visitors and contractors, providing a friendly and professional reception experience.
  • Manage visitor sign-ins, access cards, meeting room bookings and general workplace enquiries.
  • Coordinate meeting room setups, catering, conferences and workplace concierge services.
  • Support the daily operation and presentation of office facilities, amenities and shared spaces.
  • Assist with employee onboarding and offboarding, including workspace preparation and access arrangements.
  • Coordinate facilities maintenance requests, contractors and property administration activities.
  • Manage office supplies, stationery, kitchen stock, purchasing and deliveries.
  • Maintain workplace records, databases and administrative systems.
  • Support workplace security, compliance, audits and health and safety requirements.
  • Assist with general administration, reporting and workplace services as required.

Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience in corporate reception, workplace experience, office coordination or facilities administration.
  • Strong customer service skills with a friendly, approachable and professional manner.
  • Experience supporting office facilities, meeting rooms, contractors and general workplace operations.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • Confident communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with employees, visitors and stakeholders.
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Teams, Excel and SharePoint.
  • Experience with building access systems, facilities compliance or property administration will be highly regarded.
  • Certificate in Business Administration desirable but not essential.

About You

You’ll be a positive, people-focused professional who genuinely enjoys helping others and creating a welcoming workplace environment.

You’re someone who takes initiative, builds relationships naturally and enjoys being part of a collaborative team. You’ll be comfortable balancing front-of-house responsibilities with office administration and facilities coordination, while maintaining a high standard of customer service.

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Cloud Solutions Architect

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect to support the design and implementation of secure, scalable cloud solutions across AWS and/or Azure environments.

Based South of the River and conveniently located close to a major train/bus station hub, this initial 6-month contract opportunity will see you working within an enterprise cloud enablement team, translating technical requirements into practical cloud architecture and engineering solutions.

The role combines hands-on engineering, solution design and cloud governance with a strong focus on technical documentation, mentoring and building internal capability.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

  • Design and implement secure, scalable AWS and/or Azure cloud architectures covering compute, networking, storage, identity and security services.
  • Develop detailed solution architectures, reference designs and technical documentation to support implementation teams.
  • Configure and deploy cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform, CloudFormation or CDK.
  • Collaborate with platform engineers, security teams and application owners to ensure cloud solutions align with business requirements and enterprise standards.
  • Troubleshoot complex technical issues relating to cloud deployment, performance and integration.
  • Develop technical documentation, operational runbooks and implementation guides to support ongoing cloud operations.
  • Provide hands-on technical training, mentoring and knowledge transfer to internal engineering teams.
  • Contribute to cloud architecture governance, security standards and the development of reusable cloud patterns.
  • Engage with cloud service providers and technology partners to support solution development and continuous improvement.

Key experience and qualifications required for this role include:

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in IT infrastructure, including at least 5 years in cloud architecture and solution delivery.
  • Strong hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise AWS and/or Azure cloud solutions.
  • Deep technical knowledge of core AWS services such as EC2, VPC, IAM, S3, RDS, Lambda, CloudWatch and CloudTrail or equivalent Azure services including Virtual Machines, Virtual Network, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure RBAC, Blob Storage, Azure SQL Database, Azure Functions and Azure Monitor.
  • Understanding of AWS and/or Azure Landing Zone concepts and cloud architecture frameworks.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation or CDK.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automation tooling and DevOps practices.
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional or Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification.
  • ITIL Foundation certification or equivalent.
  • Ability to satisfy National Police Check requirements.
  • Strong understanding of cloud security principles, identity management, networking and infrastructure architecture.
  • Experience designing and delivering cloud solutions in enterprise or hybrid environments.
  • Ability to translate complex business requirements into practical technical solutions.
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across cloud infrastructure and integration environments.
  • Experience producing clear technical documentation, architecture diagrams and operational procedures.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills across technical and non-technical teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers and transfer technical knowledge to internal teams.
  • Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes within a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to staying current with AWS and Azure technologies, architecture patterns and industry practices.

Working Conditions

  • Mon-Fri 5 days in office, South of River work location, close to major train/bus station hub
  • Occasional out-of-hours support may be required for change windows or technical handovers.
  • The successful candidate will be required to meet applicable pre-employment checks and vaccination requirements.

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Business Analyst - 6 months - Perth

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • AU$100 - AU$125 per hour + + Super

Business Analyst – Collaboration & Productivity Platforms

Perth CBD | Hybrid | 6-month contract | Market rate

Our client is seeking a technically capable collaboration and productivity platforms professional to guide a portfolio of enterprise platforms and SaaS services. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on technical judgement, operational governance and team coordination.

Key responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and governance for Microsoft 365, Atlassian and related SaaS services.
  • Shape platform strategy, roadmaps, technical standards, lifecycle and service ownership with platform specialists.
  • Oversee platform health, licensing, vendor engagement, supportability and complex escalations.
  • Review significant platform changes, integrations and service decisions.
  • Drive automation, self-service, standardisation, AI adoption and continuous improvement.
  • Coordinate squad planning, backlogs, priorities, reviews and 90-day planning across BAU and project work.
  • Partner with Cyber Security, Identity, Architecture, Service Desk, vendors and business stakeholders.
  • Identify and communicate technical debt, platform risks and capability gaps.

What you will bring

  • Strong experience with Microsoft 365 and/or Atlassian or a comparable enterprise collaboration platform.
  • Technical leadership across platforms, teams or technology domains.
  • Platform governance, lifecycle, roadmaps, technical standards and service improvement experience.
  • ITSM understanding, ideally including ServiceNow; strong incident, change and problem management knowledge.
  • Understanding of enterprise identity, security, integrations and cloud/SaaS service management.
  • Excellent communication, troubleshooting, stakeholder management and prioritisation.
  • Exposure to Miro, monday.com, LucidLink, automation and emerging AI technologies is advantageous.

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Specialist Trainer - Rail Operations

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

We are seeking an experienced Specialist Training professional to support the delivery of a new rail signalling system within a Tier 1 mining organisation’s Rail Operations environment.

This position will draw on your practical experience and training assessment capabilities to support operational readiness and the development of rail personnel onsite. Working closely with operational teams, you will contribute to training delivery, learning material improvements, and knowledge transfer associated with the new signalling system.

Key responsibilities for this position include:

  • Support training activities associated with the implementation of a new rail signalling system
  • Review and maintain training and learning materials to ensure they remain relevant to operational requirements
  • Identify opportunities to improve existing training content and learning resources
  • Support knowledge transfer across Rail Operations teams to strengthen operational capability
  • Collaborate with operational personnel and stakeholders to support training requirements
  • Prioritise assigned activities and complete training-related tasks within scheduled deadlines
  • Maintain accurate training documentation and materials with strong attention to detail

Key experience and qualifications required for this role include:

  • Demonstrated experience working as a Train Driver within Rail Operations
  • Minimum Certificate II Assessor Skill Set
  • Previous experience working shift rosters
  • Strong computer literacy including proficiency with Microsoft applications
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet scheduled deadlines
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment
  • Sound understanding of rail operations and Train Driver responsibilities
  • Ability to review and improve training and learning materials
  • Strong attention to detail and a task-focused approach
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Confidence using Microsoft applications and digital training resources
  • Strong organisational and time management capabilities
  • Ability to engage with operational teams and support knowledge transfer
  • Collaborative approach to working with colleagues and stakeholders

Working Conditions

  • FIFO travel to Newman and/or Port Hedland, Western Australia is required
  • Roster: 14 days on / 14 days off

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Legal Coordinator

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Legal coordinator to join a WA State Government organisation. This role contributes to complex legal and commercial matters while supporting corporate risk management, governance and reporting activities.

  • Initial 6-month contract via TALENT with potential for extensions (vacant role in team required long term)

  • Full-time hours – 37.5 hours per week

  • Contract rate $48ph to $60ph+super negotiable depending on experience.
  • Perth location, Monday to Friday office-based role with some flexibility of start/finish times.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide senior-level paralegal and legal support to internal stakeholders across a range of legal and commercial matters.

  • Provide guidance, feedback and mentoring to junior legal team members.

  • Liaise and negotiate with external parties regarding complex legal and commercial matters.

  • Prepare, review and negotiate legal documents, commercial agreements, correspondence and reports.

  • Coordinate external legal advice from government legal services and contracted law firms, communicating key recommendations to stakeholders.

  • Manage Freedom of Information (FOI) requests, subpoenas and document production requirements.

  • Coordinate corporate risk management activities, including risk workshops, policy reviews and reporting.

  • Support corporate projects, governance initiatives and commercial risk management.

  • Provide general legal and administrative support relating to claims and insurance matters.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

  • Previous experience in a senior paralegal, legal coordination or similar legal and commercial support role.

  • Strong ability to interpret legal advice, apply legal principles and undertake legal research.

  • Experience providing guidance, mentoring and constructive feedback to junior team members.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills.

  • Exceptional attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.

  • Experience supporting legal documentation, commercial agreements, risk management or corporate governance activities.

  • A law degree and previous legal experience will be highly regarded.

Additional Information

  • This is a full-time, office-based position with no work-from-home arrangements.

  • Applicants must be able to obtain a satisfactory National Police Clearance as part of the on-boarding process (if successful).

  • This is an hourly rate ongoing contract position, no paid leave is accrued during the contract period.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced legal professional with strong coordination skills and an interest in bringing your experience into the State Government sector, this is the opportunity for you!

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Infrastructure Engineer - Server & Storage

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Highly competitive rates

This role is ideal for a hands-on infrastructure professional with strong expertise in enterprise server and storage environments, virtualisation, Linux administration and automation. You will play a key role in maintaining, optimising and supporting critical IT infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage, maintain and troubleshoot enterprise server and storage infrastructure.

  • Support Windows Server, Linux, virtualisation and SAN/NAS environments.

  • Develop and implement scripts and automation to improve infrastructure efficiency.

  • Support backup, disaster recovery and infrastructure security.

  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues and implement improvements.

  • Collaborate with technical teams to deliver reliable infrastructure solutions.

Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in enterprise infrastructure, server/storage engineering or consulting.

  • Strong hands-on experience with Windows Server, Linux, virtualisation and SAN/NAS technologies.

  • Experience in scripting (Powershell), automation and infrastructure-as-code.

  • Understanding of Linux automation and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) will be highly regarded.

  • Knowledge of backup, recovery, networking and infrastructure security.

  • Strong troubleshooting, communication and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Highly Desirable

  • Previous experience within the mining or resources sector.

  • Exposure to Azure or AWS cloud environments.
  • Experience with Dell EMC, NetApp, HPE or Pure Storage.

  • Knowledge of Veeam or Commvault backup solutions.

  • Familiarity with Git, monitoring tools and automation frameworks.

  • Relevant IT certifications or qualifications.

With an immediate / ASAP start, preference will be given to candidates currently based in Western Australia (Perth). Candidates wanting to work from interstate (remotely) will not be considered.

If you match the selection criteria and are interested in finding out more about the position, please forward your updated CV to Huma.irshad@talentinternational.com by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button.

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Permit Room Officer | Safety & Compliance | Kwinana

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Permit Room Officer – Safety & Compliance

Talent International is seeking a Permit Room Officer to join a major Western Australian port operator on a contract through to 31 March 2027.

This opportunity will suit someone with experience in Permit to Work (PTW) systems, safety administration or operational systems management, ideally within a heavy industrial, mining or similar environment.

Working closely with the Safety Coordinator, you will play an important role in ensuring work activities are appropriately authorised, documented and conducted safely across the port’s Outer Harbour operations.

The Opportunity

  • Location: Kwinana Bulk Terminal, 1 Riseley Road, Naval Base WA
  • Contract: Until 31 March 2027
  • Rate: $41.26 per hour + superannuation
  • Hours: Monday to Friday, up to 30 hours per week
  • Additional Hours: Occasional weekend work as required
  • Commencement: ASAP

Please note: This position is located at Kwinana Bulk Terminal in Naval Base, not Kwinana Town Centre.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and administer the Permit to Work (PTW) system across operational and maintenance activities.
  • Review and approve work permits and supporting documentation to ensure activities are safe, compliant and appropriately authorised.
  • Coordinate and verify high-risk work permits, isolations and lockout processes.
  • Conduct field inspections to confirm site readiness and compliance with permit conditions.
  • Maintain accurate permit records and documentation in accordance with organisational safety standards and legislative requirements.
  • Assist Safety Coordinators with workplace compliance and safety training initiatives.
  • Liaise with operational teams and other stakeholders to support safe and efficient work activities.

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will ideally demonstrate:

  • Previous experience issuing and administering Permits to Work (highly desirable), or experience managing operational or administrative systems.
  • Knowledge of WA Work Health and Safety legislation, regulations and practices.
  • A WHS qualification or practical safety experience within heavy industrial, mining or similar operational environments (desirable).
  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to accurately review and manage documentation.
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Good computer literacy and confidence working with electronic systems.

About You

You will be an organised and safety-conscious professional who understands the importance of accurate documentation, effective communication and following established procedures.

You will be comfortable working with operational teams in an industrial environment, managing competing priorities and ensuring work permits are processed accurately and efficiently.

While previous Permit to Work experience will be highly regarded, candidates with strong systems administration experience and an understanding of workplace safety are also encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your updated resume and a current cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Please also confirm your availability to commence and your ability to work the proposed part-time hours at the Naval Base location.

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Program Coordinator - First Nations Policy & Projects

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Permanent
  • Up to AU$60.26 per annum

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 WA, Head office location in Perth CBD
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:

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Human Resources Business Partner

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Human Resources Business Partner

  • $70.00 per-hour + Super
  • 3 – 6 Month contract transitioning to permanency

Partner with senior leaders to shape people strategies, strengthen leadership capability and support a large, diverse workforce. This HR Business Partner opportunity offers broad strategic and operational responsibilities, with the opportunity to influence workforce decisions and improve how HR supports the business. The vacancy is offered as an ongoing temporary engagement with the view to become permanent.

About the Role

Supporting a workforce of approximately 10,000 FTE, you will work closely with leaders across a complex operational portfolio to deliver practical HR advice and workforce solutions.

The role combines organisational change, workforce planning, case management and leadership development within a multi-award and enterprise agreement environment. You will build strong relationships with managers, strengthen their people management capability and help navigate competing priorities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with senior leaders and managers to deliver people strategies and practical workforce solutions.
  • Provide advice on industrial agreements, awards, employment legislation and workplace policies.
  • Support organisational change, workforce planning, talent management and employee engagement initiatives.
  • Manage HR cases within the team’s remit, ensuring accurate documentation and timely follow-up.
  • Build leadership capability through coaching, mentoring and tailored development initiatives.
  • Analyse workforce data and metrics to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
  • Develop HR tools, guidance and processes that improve service delivery and employee experience.
  • Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.
  • Provide guidance and day-to-day support to an HR Advisor to ensure consistent HR service delivery.

Disciplinary matters are managed by a separate HR team, so previous employee relations experience is not required.

About You

  • At least three years of experience as an HR Consultant, Senior HR Consultant or in a comparable senior HR generalist role.
  • A minimum of one year of local Western Australian HR experience.
  • Experience supporting a large, fast-paced and complex organisation.
  • Demonstrated capability in change management, case management and interpreting a range of industrial agreements.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build productive relationships across different levels of an organisation.
  • Confidence coaching, influencing and advising senior leaders and operational managers.
  • A practical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to manage ambiguity and changing priorities.
  • Strong communication, documentation and organisational skills.
  • Relevant qualifications in human resources, business or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

What’s on Offer

  • Ongoing temporary engagement with strong potential for a permanent opportunity.
  • Broad HR Business Partner role with both strategic and operational responsibilities.
  • Regular engagement with senior leaders across a large and diverse workforce.
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment.
  • Opportunity to contribute to workforce strategy, leadership capability and improvements to HR services.

Working Arrangements

Full time, working entirely on site in Perth from 9 am to 5 pm.

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Payroll, Accounts Payable & Finance Professionals

  • Australia
  • Perth
  • Contract
  • Negotiable

Payroll, Accounts Payable & Finance Professionals

Multiple Opportunities | Perth CBD & Surrounds | Contract

Talent International is currently seeking experienced Payroll, Accounts Payable and Finance professionals for a range of opportunities with established organisations across Perth.

We are recruiting across operational, specialist and leadership-level positions, offering opportunities to apply your experience in payroll processing, financial administration, compliance, risk assurance and process improvement.

Whether you’re an experienced Accounts Payable Officer, Senior Payroll Specialist or a finance professional with expertise in governance and assurance, we’d love to hear from you.

Current Opportunities:

Accounts Payable Administrator

  • Manage end-to-end accounts payable processes, including high-volume invoice processing and supplier payments.
  • Perform supplier reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and respond to payment enquiries.
  • Process expense claims and support month-end reporting.
  • Utilise SAP and other financial systems to maintain accurate records and support efficient processes.

Senior Payroll Consultant

  • Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including salaries, allowances, leave, taxation and termination entitlements.
  • Interpret relevant legislation, industrial awards, agreements and payroll policies.
  • Investigate and resolve complex payroll enquiries, discrepancies and overpayments.
  • Undertake payroll quality assurance, reporting and reconciliation activities.
  • Provide guidance and support to payroll team members.
  • aPay (Alesco), Dayforce aPay or AscenderPay experience highly regarded

Team Leader – Payroll Risk, Assurance & Integrity

  • Coordinate payroll assurance, compliance monitoring and risk management activities.
  • Review payroll controls, conduct quality assurance assessments and support audit readiness.
  • Identify compliance risks, investigate discrepancies and recommend process improvements.
  • Provide guidance on payroll governance, legislative requirements and internal controls.
  • Support team supervision, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • aPay (Alesco), Dayforce aPay or AscenderPay experience highly regarded

Skills & Experience

Depending on the opportunity, we’re interested in candidates who can demonstrate experience in one or more of the following areas:

  • End-to-end accounts payable or payroll processing within complex environments.
  • High-volume invoice processing, supplier payments and financial reconciliations.
  • Payroll legislation, industrial awards, enterprise agreements and employee entitlements.
  • Payroll quality assurance, compliance, governance, risk management and internal controls.
  • Experience using SAP, HRMIS, payroll or financial management systems.
  • Financial reporting, data analysis, audit preparation and process improvement.
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills and the ability to resolve complex discrepancies.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and organisational skills.
  • Team leadership, coaching or mentoring experience for senior-level opportunities.

Experience within government, mining, resources or other large and complex organisations will be highly regarded where relevant.

About You

You are a detail-oriented Payroll, Accounts Payable or Finance professional who takes pride in delivering accurate, compliant and timely outcomes.

You bring strong problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to resolving issues and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and stakeholders. Whether your strengths lie in day-to-day processing, technical payroll expertise or leading governance and assurance activities, we’re interested in understanding your experience and career aspirations.

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If you have experience in Accounts Payable, Payroll, Finance Operations or Payroll Assurance and are interested in exploring new opportunities across Perth, we’d love to hear from you.

If you match the selection criteria and are interested in finding out more about the position, please forward your updated CV to Mayson by clicking the “APPLY NOW” button. For a list of all vacant positions, please see our website www.talentinternational.com.

For further enquires please call Mayson on 08 6212 5527.

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