Talent International is currently recruiting for an APS5 Project Officer to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in Newcastle/ Gosford / Wollongong. The position is a 12-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $55.24/hr + Super.

7.5 hours per day and 37.5 hours per week

Support the NSW/ACT Regional Services Division by coordinating governance processes and delivering high-quality communication outputs. Working under limited supervision, the role involves stakeholder engagement, documentation, and reporting to support strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate governance frameworks and ensure policy compliance
• Develop and review communication materials (reports, newsletters, briefs)
• Engage with stakeholders and support project reporting
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Essential Criteria:

• Proven experience in governance and communications
• Strong judgment, decision-making, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to work independently and guide junior team members
• Clear understanding of governance’s role in service delivery
• Effective communication across diverse audiences

Desirable:

• Qualifications in communications or public administration
• Knowledge of government protocols and APS standards

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, a leading Australian recruitment firm, has been engaged by our long-standing client, a leader in the manufacturing and steel production sector. We are seeking an experienced MTEC Engineer for an immediate start to support a Capital Project

Role Title: MTEC Engineer

Contract Length: 12-week contract (possibility of extension)

Location + WFH Flexibility: Port Kembla – full-time on-site

Hourly Pay: Up to $110/hour

Client Industry: Heavy Industrial / Steel Manufacturing

Start Date: ASAP

Role Details:

• Join the Capital Project delivery team focusing on the transition and readiness of new plant equipment and infrastructure.
• Support the implementation of MTEC (Manuals, Training, Equipment, Commissioning) activities aligned with operational and maintenance needs.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure readiness for commissioning and start-up.
• Contribute to the successful handover of documentation, training, systems, and risk identification aligned with business standards.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Immediate availability with ability to hit the ground running.
• Strong Excel capability for data manipulation, planning, and reporting.
• Ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings and OEM Manuals to support Asset Strategy development.
• Operational or maintenance background in heavy industry or manufacturing.
• Tertiary qualifications in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.

Additional Details & Benefits:

• Opportunity to contribute to a major brownfield modernisation project in a high-performing engineering team.
• Work directly with a leading Australian steel manufacturer.
• Strong potential for future work or extensions based on performance and project scope.

To Apply:

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you’d like to hear more, please ‘apply now’ and submit your resume!

Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, has been engaged by our long-standing client, a leading ASX-listed manufacturer. We are seeking a Project Planner/Scheduler to join a major capital works project in heavy industry.

Role Title: Project Planner / Scheduler

Contract Length: Initial 12-month contract (highly likely to extend through to mid-2026)

Location + WFH Flexibility: Port Kembla (on-site presence required several times per week with flexibility available)

Hourly Pay: Up to $110 per hour including super

Client Industry: Manufacturing / Heavy Industry

Start Date: ASAP

Role Details:

You will provide detailed planning and scheduling support across a capital project, ensuring effective schedule development, progress tracking, and reporting. Working as a key member of the Project Team, you’ll also help uphold a strong project safety culture while collaborating across internal and external stakeholders.

• Prepare and manage detailed work package schedules using Primavera P6, OPC, and MS Project
• Support the development of the overall master schedule in line with project execution strategy
• Monitor and report on schedule progress, risks, critical paths, and change impacts
• Liaise with engineers, contractors, vendors, and sub-contractors to verify schedule inputs
• Maintain schedule alignment through project reporting cycles, change control, and risk management
• Participate in weekly critical task meetings and monthly HSE/communications sessions
• Contribute to planning and schedule elements in contract meetings and monthly reporting

Required Skills and Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in major project planning/scheduling in heavy industry or mining (10+ ideal)
• Strong strategic planning and data analysis capabilities
• Excellent working knowledge of Primavera P6, OPC, and MS Project
• Proven ability to deliver accurate, timely planning services through feasibility and execution phases
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in brownfield project delivery with complex scope and critical safety considerations
• White card (required); additional site inductions will be provided

Additional Details & Benefits:

• Full-time contract through to mid-2026
• Flexibility around working hours for the right candidate; key expectation is consistent on-site engagement
• Supportive project team and exposure to one of the most significant infrastructure upgrades in the manufacturing sector
• Strong team environment and opportunity to be involved in large-scale capital delivery

To Apply:

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you’d like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume!