Talent International is currently recruiting for an APS3 Participant Support Officer x 4 to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in Surry Hills. The position is a 12-month contract role with the possibility of extension and pays $37.36/hr + Super.

7.5 hours per day and 38 hours per week

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and resolve participant matters in line with the NDIS Act.
• Provide front-of-house reception support, including assisting participants at self-help kiosks and with online services.
• Handle customer enquiries, provide accurate information, and refer clients to relevant government or community services.
• Manage shared inboxes, appointments, and telephone enquiries.
• Provide operational and administrative support to the team.
• Coordinate participant appointments, ensuring accessibility of facilities.
• Conduct research and prepare reports, correspondence, and records.
• Complete data entry tasks and follow up as required.
• Record complaints and feedback in business systems.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Problem-solving skills and a solutions-focused mindset.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all work.
• Adaptability to respond to changing priorities.

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of the NDIS objectives and its impact on participants.
• Knowledge of confidentiality, privacy, and good record-keeping practices.
• Familiarity with stakeholder communication protocols.
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite and related tools.
• Experience using PACE (highly desirable).
• Ability to conduct research and analysis to support reporting and administration.

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

Talent International is currently recruiting for a Sales Support Officer to join our client’s team based across Rookwood and/or Sutherland. This is a 6-month contract with the possibility of extension, offering $45 per hour + Super.

This role will provide administration support to both the Sales and Customer Care teams, with a strong focus on transactional and customer-facing tasks. The successful candidate will be on-site 5 days per week (full-time, non-negotiable).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general administration support to the sales function.
• Process financial transactions, including purchase orders, receipting, and invoicing.
• Assist with data entry and CRM updates (training provided on Opus, Payday, Plotbox).
• Manage inbound calls, voicemails, and support customer enquiries.
• Schedule and confirm appointments, with the potential to qualify customers.
• Maintain accurate records, paperwork, and reporting.
• Support the daily operations of the sales and customer care teams.

Skills & Experience

• Strong administration background with excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, including Excel).
• Experience in banking functions, invoice receipting, and purchase order processes.
• Previous customer service experience with a professional phone manner.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• Positive, proactive, and calm nature.
• C Class Driver’s Licence is required.
• Experience with TechOne is highly regarded (but not essential).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate – $45 + Super
• 6-month contract with potential extension

• Location will be Rookwood and/or Sutherland, or a split week between the 2 sites, focus is on the right person, opposed to location

• Join a supportive and collaborative team environment

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

A leading Financial Services provider is seeking a Senior Network Security Engineer to join their team on a permanent basis.

Joining a fast-paced, collaborative team environment, you will be working across a number of project engagements responsible for the build, configuration and deployment of network security devices within their complex network environment. Their network security fleet of devices include F5 load balance along with Juniper SRX, Fortinet, and/or Checkpoint firewalls and you will be expected to possess an advanced expertise across a number of these.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant vendor certifications
• Demonstrated network engineering project experience gained within large, complex network environments
• Proven knowledge and experience configuring, deploying and troubleshooting network security devices with advanced knowledge and experience with F5 (LTM / GTM / APM or ASM) and firewalls (Juniper SRX, Fortinet or Checkpoint)
• Strong knowledge and experience of routing and switching including BGP, OSPF etc
• Previous experience with IPS tools is highly regarded, as is any experience writing Python scripts or using Ansible
• Superior troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently as required

This is a Sydney-based role which will require you to be in the office at least three days per week.

An attractive salary package is on offer. To be excited for this exciting opportunity, please apply online today.

Principal Architect – Enterprise Testing

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Principal Architect to take ownership and lead the Testing domain within a multi-year enterprise technology transformation program. This is an initial 9-month contract (with strong potential for extension).

In this critical role, you will provide end-to-end solution architecture across multiple projects in a large transformation program and establish, design and driving the delivery of enterprise-wide testing strategies, environments, and automation frameworks. You will take full ownership of the Testing domain, shaping the strategy, architecture, and governance for testing platforms while enabling high-quality, large-scale technology delivery.
Working closely with senior stakeholders and project teams, you will define testing approaches, implement automation frameworks, optimise performance testing, and manage the full test lifecycle across complex, regulated environments. You will also contribute to the wider architecture function, guiding project delivery and representing the Testing domain in governance and architecture forums.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Extensive experience as a Lead/Principal Architect with a focus on testing strategies, test management and delivery at scale in large, complex enterprises.
• Advanced knowledge and expertise in automation frameworks, performance testing and test lifecycle management.
• Proven experience working on enterprise-wide transformation programs
• Strong knowledge of DevOps principles, pipelines and automation.
• Demonstrated ability to operate within regulated environments with robust governance, audit, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills to drive decisions across architecture and delivery teams.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.

This is a Sydney-based role requiring at least three days per week in the office, with Wednesday as the anchor day.

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Infrastructure Systems Administrator – Defence & Maritime

Location: Central Sydney
Clearance: NV1 (Australian Citizens only)
Salary: $160,000 – $190,000 depending on experience

Our client, a leading defence partner in the maritime domain, is seeking a skilled Infrastructure Systems Administrator to join their team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the stability, security, and scalability of critical defence simulation and fleet battle systems.

If you’re an experienced systems administrator with a passion for defence technology and the capability to operate in a highly secure environment, this is an opportunity to play a direct role in supporting Australia’s naval operations.

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Key Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Windows Server 2022 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8 systems

• Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and implement system hardening

• Configure and optimise Hyper-V and VMware environments

• Oversee Veeam Backup & Replication, including disaster recovery planning

• Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot Cisco switches/routers and FortiGate firewalls

• Support and secure LAN, WAN, and VPN infrastructure

• Integrate and support simulation systems using advanced simulation architectures

• Ensure systems remain compliant with evolving Defence cyber standards

• Monitor performance, apply patches, and automate tasks with PowerShell and Bash

• Provide Tier 2/3 support and manage incident troubleshooting and resolution

• Maintain up-to-date documentation of ICT systems and services

• Collaborate with vendors and Defence stakeholders under structured change management

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Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Certificate IV, Diploma, or higher in IT; or equivalent industry certifications such as:

  • Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator

  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator/Engineer (RHCSA/RHCE)

  • VMware Certified Professional (VCP)

  • Cisco CCNA/CCNP

  • Fortinet NSE 4+

  • Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE)

  • CompTIA Security+ or Network+

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Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ systems administration experience in medium-to-large IT environments

• Strong expertise in Windows and/or Linux (RHEL) administration

• Proven experience with Cisco networking and FortiGate firewalls

• In-depth knowledge of AD, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy

• Hands-on experience with Hyper-V, VMware, and Veeam Backup & Replication

• Solid grasp of networking protocols (TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, VPNs, multicast)

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability

• Knowledge of cyber security practices and security awareness

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

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Highly Desirable

• Exposure to defence/military IT environments, especially maritime or naval

• Experience with simulation standards (DIS/HLA)

• Familiarity with Naval Combat Management Systems (2+ years)

• Understanding of Navy operations, doctrine, and warfighting principles

• Knowledge of C4I systems (e.g., Link16, GCCS)

• Proficiency in automation scripting (PowerShell, Bash)

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Additional Details

• Hours: 40 per week; flexibility required to align with US time zones during exercises (may include overnight work)

• Clearance: Must currently hold or be eligible to hold an NV1 Defence clearance

• Eligibility: Australian Citizens with current secruity clearance

Senior IT Systems Engineer – NSW

Location: NSW (Hybrid – 2-3 days in office)
Contract: 8 months + up to 2 x 12-month extensions
Hours: 40 hours per week
Security Clearance: Baseline (mandatory; preference for current holders)
Experience Level: Senior / EL1 equivalent
Closing Date: 03 October 2025

About the Role

The Senior IT Systems Engineer will work within a small, collaborative team delivering both BAU and project-based ICT initiatives for a Federal Government program. The role requires a strong background in Microsoft technologies, hypervisor technologies, and IT security, with a focus on automating tasks, maintaining systems, and implementing security controls. The successful candidate must be proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer Microsoft 365 Defender (Advanced Threat Protection) to monitor and respond to security alerts.

• Develop and deploy Infrastructure as Code using Azure Bicep.

• Manage and update Citrix Virtual Apps & Desktops and VMWare VDI images.

• Automate IT tasks with PowerShell scripts to improve efficiency.

• Manage Docker container deployments ensuring performance and stability.

• Implement PSPF ISM or NIST security controls into system builds.

• Administer SQL Server databases (backups, restores, tuning).

• Configure and maintain Dynamics 365 environments (on-premise and cloud/PowerApps).

• Support SharePoint environments (online & on-premise).

• Track and manage tasks using Jira (Atlassian).

Essential Criteria

• Strong experience supporting Windows Server and desktop environments.

• Proficient with Microsoft Endpoint Manager (SCCM/Intune) and managing Windows OS environments.

• Skilled in application packaging and documenting build processes.

• Experience with Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, Group Policy, patch management, Office 365, and Azure tenancy administration.

• Knowledge of VMWare infrastructure.

Desirable Skills

• Administering Microsoft 365 Defender.

• Deploying infrastructure as code with Azure Bicep.

• Managing Citrix / VDI environments.

• Automation using PowerShell.

• Docker container administration.

• Using Jira for project tracking.

• Federal Government experience.

• Administering SQL Server, Dynamics 365, SharePoint.

Qualifications & Experience

• 6-7+ years of relevant IT systems engineering experience.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Federal Government experience highly regarded.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.

Additional Information

• Start Date: November 2025

• Clearance: Baseline mandatory

• Hybrid Work: 2-3 days in office (NSW)

• Closing Date: 03 October 2025

• Applications: Resumes to priya.gabriel@talentinternational.com

Program Manager (Higher Education) – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the design, delivery, and implementation of a major strategic initiative within the Global Education space. This role is focused on building a sustainable, revenue-generating model that will contribute to the university’s long-term vision.

You will provide expert program management oversight, ensuring strong governance, stakeholder engagement, and delivery of measurable outcomes. The role suits someone from a Business Analyst background who has moved into program management, thrives in ambiguity, and excels at driving complex projects forward in a higher education environment.

This is a hybrid role, with on-site presence required Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide strategic leadership to ensure successful delivery of the program, aligned with the university’s objectives

• Develop and manage integrated program plans covering timelines, budgets, risks, interdependencies, and change

• Establish and facilitate working groups, driving activity timelines, outputs, and communication across academic and professional services teams

• Ensure program governance, reporting, and delivery align with institutional standards

• Lead a multidisciplinary team including Business Analysts and a Change Manager, fostering a high-performance culture

• Oversee the design, development, and delivery of program workstreams, ensuring robust business cases and measurable outcomes

• Drive stakeholder engagement with senior leaders, committees, and external partners through clear communication and reporting

• Facilitate workshops and engagement activities to support program design, delivery, and adoption of change

• Monitor risks, dependencies, and market trends, proactively implementing mitigation strategies

• Champion continuous improvement, agility, and adaptability throughout the program lifecycle

Skills and Experience Required

• Tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience

• Proven experience as a Program Manager in a complex, dynamic organisation

• Strong background in business analysis, governance, and process improvement, with progression into program management

• Substantial experience in program management methodologies and techniques

• Demonstrated experience within a university or higher education environment – applicants without this will not be considered

• Experience leading and motivating agile, multidisciplinary teams

• Proven ability to operate in ambiguity, problem-solve, and adapt to changing priorities

• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience preparing executive-level reports and proposals

• Financial management experience, including budget oversight and control

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and present persuasively

• Commitment to health, safety, and compliance policies

Contract Details

• 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

• Hybrid working (Tuesday-Thursday on-site)

Talent Acquisition Specialist – Digital, Creative & Technology

12-Month Contract – Global Consultancy
Rate: $500-$535/day | Sydney-based | Hybrid

About the Consultancy

Our client is a leading global consultancy with a reputation for delivering innovative solutions across digital, creative, and technology disciplines. They partner with some of the world’s most recognisable brands to attract exceptional talent and build high-performing teams.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Talent Acquisition Specialist for a 12-month contract, based in Sydney. This role focuses on hiring across digital, creative, and media skillsets, supporting a diverse portfolio of positions. You’ll partner closely with senior stakeholders, adapt to different styles of working, and play a critical role in shaping teams that deliver cutting-edge solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes across a variety of roles, including Developers, UX Designers, ECommerce specialists, Data & AI Consultants, and creative/media professionals

• Partner with multiple stakeholders simultaneously, adapting to their unique ways of working

• Source, assess, and engage top-tier talent using a range of methods and tools

• Provide consultative advice to business stakeholders on market insights, talent availability, and hiring strategies

• Maintain accuracy and compliance within the applicant tracking system (Workday)

• Deliver an exceptional candidate and stakeholder experience throughout the process

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working in a consulting, Big 4, or similar complex, fast-paced environment

• Strong track record in experienced hire recruitment

• Proficiency with Workday or similar ATS (desirable)

• Demonstrated success in candidate sourcing across hard-to-fill skillsets

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities

• Strong communication and attention to detail

• Background in creative agency or digital recruitment (highly regarded)

Contract Details

• 12-month contract, with potential for extension

• Daily rate: $500-$535/day

• Hybrid working arrangement (Sydney-based role)

• Expected to manage a portfolio of around 20 roles initially, with scope to increase

• Opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of digital, creative, and technology positions

• Exposure to a global consultancy environment with high-impact projects

Talent International is currently recruiting for a Shared Service Team Lead. This position is a contract role for 6 months initially, with the view to be extended and pays an hourly rate $77.09 per hour + Super.

7 hours per day / 35 hours per week

This role will provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to Consultants and Specialists within the Shared Service Centre, ensuring an efficient, responsive, and consistent level of customer service and support.

You will lead a team delivering front-line support for the client’s HR, Finance, and Facilities functions, while also acting as the escalation point for complex enquiries. In addition, you’ll play a key role in workforce planning, training and development, and fostering a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support Service Support Team members to drive performance and engagement.
• Act as the escalation point for complex enquiries, liaising with domain experts when required.
• Organise and prioritise daily team workflows, tasks, and escalations.
• Conduct team meetings, one-on-one sessions, and performance appraisals.
• Manage staff leave, rostering, and workforce planning.
• Design, deliver, and evaluate staff training and onboarding programs.
• Prepare and maintain training records, reports, and knowledge content.
• Foster a positive, inclusive team culture and encourage collaborative working practices.
• Support leadership in governance, service excellence, and continual improvement initiatives.
• Ensure services align with quality and reporting frameworks.
• Provide on-call support outside standard hours as required.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven leadership and people management experience in a shared service or service desk environment.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with staff and stakeholders.
• Experience in performance management, training delivery, and workforce planning.
• Knowledge of quality, governance, and reporting frameworks.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and other collaboration tools.
• A commitment to fostering teamwork, inclusivity, and service excellence.
• Flexibility to provide after-hours escalation support if required.

If you are interested in this role, please APPLY NOW by submitting your resume in MS Word Format. For further information, you may contact Uvez Ahmed on 0480 806 154 / uvez.ahmed@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

Telecommunications Technician
Location: Sydney
Type: Contract

About the Role
Think you’ve got what it takes to keep Australia connected? We’re looking for Telecommunications Technicians ready for an immediate start people who aren’t afraid of a few cables, some heights, and the occasional “why isn’t this working?” moment. You’ll be teaming up with riggers and construction crews and the ground force making sure our networks don’t just stand tall, but work.

Key Responsibilities

• Installing and upgrading wireless equipment (RF, fibre, DC systems)
• Running and terminating cables: coax, fibre, DC power, hybrid.
• Proof testing and commissioning so the lights go green (and stay green)
• Fault diagnosis with Sherlock Holmes-level attention to detail
• Turning complex technical drawings into “done and dusted” installs
• Working hand in glove with riggers (no glove jokes, we promise)
• Following safety protocols, because we want you back tomorrow

About You

• Experienced Telecommunications Technician (essential)
• Skilled in antenna and feeder cable installs on towers, rooftops, monopoles
• Extra points if you’ve worked with Huawei, Nokia, or Ericsson RBS gear
• White Card, driver’s licence, and a commitment to safety
• Willingness to travel when the job calls (think of it as networking, literally)

How to Apply

Apply now for a chat or send your resume to ryan.atack@talentinternational.com

The business has been changing the game for over 3 decades, partner with copious trusted global brands and currently have over 1000 employees located across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia.

With the centric focus of improving patient-centric care through continuously innovating their leading-edge technology, you will be contributing by managing a territory and strategically identifying sales opportunities within Ophthalmic Technologies division.

About the Role:

Your role as a Medical Sales Representative will consist of generating new business and developing relationships with existing clients. Whilst managing NSW Territories (North NSW), you will be the face of the business, selling capital equipment and consumables directly to Optometry and Ophthalmology decision-makers. The role will be 70% account management, 30% new business.

What’s in it for you?

• Appealing car allowance + company fuel card.
• Attractive commission structure.
• All the necessary equipment to ensure your success – company phone, laptop, etc.
• Be part of an organisation that’s genuinely changing the game in medical devices.
• Great internal progression pathways, a few stories to share!
• Incredible branding and employee retention.

Ideal candidate?

• Must have NSW Full Driver’s License and a car to travel to client visits.
• 2+ years of relevant sales experience in the medical sales field, selling capital equipment or consumables.
• Experience selling into Optometry and Ophthalmology is a bonus!
• Deep passion for medical sales and can build a pipeline. In essence, you’re in control of the patch, so make the most of it!
• Desire to learn and curious to know more about your clients.
• Must have Australian Citizenship / Permanent Residency.

Our client is a leader in digital out-of-home advertising and is looking to expand its media team with a Sales Account Manager.

You will gain invaluable experience learning from senior leaders in the business and be part of a vibrant, fun, and supportive environment. This would be a great opportunity for an Account Executive who wants to step up, or someone who is an Account Manager currently looking to join one of the leading out-of-home media companies. If you want to further your media career, look no further, as this is the opportunity for you!

How will you contribute?

• You will be responsible for growing revenue with existing and new client accounts.
• Selling outdoor solutions, both static and digital billboards.
• Conduct product demonstrations, sales pitches, and submit tenders/bids.
• Multi-task and prioritise workload based on the sales team’s needs & deadlines.
• Work with some of the biggest names in the media landscape

What are they looking for?

• A proven track record in sales within the media/advertising industry.
• Experience selling direct to brands or independent media agencies.
• A degree in business or marketing is highly desirable.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• An effective team player with the ability to work with multiple stakeholders.
• Possess great verbal and written communication skills.
• Permanent Resident or Australian Citizen.

If this sounds like you, don’t miss out – APPLY NOW!