We are seeking experienced Project Controls Specialists/ Infrastructure Planner to support the development of a new integrated planning capability within a major national infrastructure environment.

This is a high-impact role working across maintenance, capital works, and network operations, helping create a single coordinated view of outages, sequencing, dependencies, and delivery risks across a complex infrastructure portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate outages and network work across multiple programmes
• Identify and manage dependencies, constraints, sequencing conflicts, and risks
• Optimise scheduling, access windows, and delivery timing across teams
• Support integrated planning across maintenance, capital works, and customer connections
• Facilitate planning and governance discussions with stakeholders
• Provide insights, reporting, and recommendations to improve delivery decisions
• Contribute to continuous improvement of planning processes and data quality

About You

We are looking for experienced planners who have operated in complex, multi-stakeholder environments, ideally across:

• Infrastructure, utilities, transport, energy, rail, telecoms, or similar sectors
• PMO, project controls, scheduling, or integrated planning roles
• Environments requiring coordination across multiple delivery teams and programmes
• Experience with Primavera P6 is an advantage

You will bring:

• Strong planning, sequencing, and outage coordination capability
• Experience managing dependencies across multiple stakeholders
• Ability to operate across governance and delivery environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Confidence influencing without direct authority

Note:Applicants must be based in New Zealand and hold a valid work visa to be considered for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Our client is looking for a highly organised PMO Administrator to support a busy technology function. This role will play a key part in maintaining PMO workflows, project administration, onboarding coordination, purchase orders, and data management across multiple IT project streams.

This position is ideal for someone with exceptional attention to detail, strong administrative capability, and experience managing high volumes of data, documentation, and workflow activities within a structured enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain SharePoint workflows for the IT PMO
• Coordinate high-volume workflow management for resource onboarding and purchase order requests across IT projects
• Arrange system access, onboarding, and extensions for IT resources in line with project delivery timelines
• Manage purchase orders across contractor services, software, hardware, and licensing renewals (CAPEX & OPEX)
• Process goods receipting and support accounts payable activities
• Ensure project documentation, Work Orders, Statements of Work, and Consultancy Agreements are managed in line with governance requirements
• Coordinate vendor setup and administration activities
• Support project administration activities, including project code setup in SAP
• Perform timesheet analysis, reporting, and data validation activities

Key Requirements

• Previous experience in a PMO Administration, Project Support, or Project Coordination role
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume administrative workflows
• Strong experience with data entry, reporting, and document management
• Experience working with SAP, SharePoint, and Excel
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a fast-paced project environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Experience supporting IT or technology project environments is highly desirable

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

Project Administration Officer

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Project Administration Officer to support strategic naval shipbuilding programs. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the integrity of contractual documentation, correspondence and project workflows while ensuring compliance and effective coordination across multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
• Administer and track CDRL and correspondence registers
• Coordinate technical queries and monitor resolution activities
• Oversee high-volume correspondence and shared inbox workflows
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement across Defence, OEMs, contractors and vendors
• Manage document control processes within Objective or similar EDRMS platforms
• Distribute executed documents through approved systems and secure links
• Provide administrative and program support to project teams
• Monitor deliverables against contractual timelines and project schedules

Skills & Competencies

• Strong document control and records management capability
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Experience coordinating technical queries and tracking outcomes
• Strong compliance and audit readiness focus

Requirements:

• Proven experience in project administration, contract support, or program coordination. Preferably within Defence or similar complex environments.
• Expertise in managing Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs), registers, and structured documentation systems
• Strong correspondence management skills, including handling high-volume inboxes and communication workflows
• Proficiency with Objective or comparable electronic document and records management systems (EDRMS) and workflow management
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when handling large volumes of data and documentation
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities to prioritise tasks in a high-tempo setting
• Demonstrated experience coordinating technical queries and tracking resolutions
• Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills across Defence, OEMs, and vendors
• NV1 Security Clearance or higher

Apply Now
If you match the selection criteria and are interested in finding out more about the position, please click the “APPLY NOW” button below and attach your C.V (in word). For a list of all vacant positions, please see our website www.talentinternational.com

For further information please contact Regan Dalwood at regan.dalwood@talentinternational.com

About the role:

Our client is a large Federal Government agency delivering a major national reform program. Due to program growth, they are seeking two experienced professionals to join the team:

EL1 – Project Planner / Scheduler:

Location: Victoria

Contract length: Initial term until 31^st December, strong likelihood for extensions

Working arrangements: Strong hybrid (2/3)

Rate: $602.55 + Super, daily

Eligibility: Australian Citizenship mandatory (Baseline clearance preferred)

EL2 – Senior Project Scheduler:

Location: Victoria

Contract length: Initial term until 31^st December, strong likelihood for extensions

Working arrangements: Strong hybrid (2/3)

Rate: $754.20 + Super, daily

Eligibility: Australian Citizenship mandatory (Baseline clearance preferred)

Both roles will support complex program planning, scheduling, dependency management, governance reporting and delivery confidence across multiple interdependent projects. The EL1 role will focus on coordination, planning support, tracking and reporting, while the EL2 role will lead integrated master scheduling and provide senior schedule insights to support PMO and executive decision-making.

This is an opportunity to contribute to a high-profile Federal Government reform program with meaningful national impact. You will work within a collaborative PMO and program environment, supporting planning, delivery confidence, governance and executive decision-making across multiple streams of work.

Key responsibilities:

EL1 – Project Planner / Scheduler

• Support day-to-day program planning, scheduling, tracking and reporting activities.
• Maintain schedules, registers, actions, risks, dependencies and governance artefacts.
• Work with delivery streams to capture milestones, updates and key program information.
• Track progress, escalate risks or issues and support timely resolution.
• Prepare status updates, executive briefings, committee papers and governance reporting.
• Support audit, assurance and governance readiness by keeping documentation accurate, current and accessible.

EL2 – Senior Project Scheduler

• Develop, maintain and refine the integrated master schedule across multiple projects and programs.
• Manage scheduling across a complex portfolio of interdependent project streams.
• Partner with the PMO Director, Project Managers and delivery teams to identify and manage dependencies.
• Conduct critical path, float, slippage, delivery confidence and what-if scenario analysis.
• Provide schedule driven insights, roadmaps, dashboards and reporting for governance forums.
• Maintain schedule integrity, including dependency logic, data quality, version control and audit readiness.
• Support uplift of scheduling and dependency management capability across the PMO and delivery teams.

Key skills and experience:

• Experience in project scheduling, project planning, PMO, program coordination, governance or portfolio delivery.
• For the EL2 role, demonstrated experience developing and managing integrated master schedules in complex multi-program environments.
• Strong understanding of dependencies, milestones, risks, issues, critical path and delivery confidence.
• Advanced Microsoft Project or equivalent scheduling tool experience, particularly for the EL2 role.
• Ability to translate complex project or schedule information into clear insights for senior stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, with a focus on data quality, schedule integrity and accurate reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive and governance reporting.
• Experience in government, regulated or large-scale transformation environments will be highly regarded.
• AGSVA Baseline security clearance or higher is highly desirable.

About you:

You may suit the EL1 role if you have strong project planning, scheduling, PMO, reporting or governance experience and are looking to support a major reform program.

You may suit the EL2 role if you are an established Senior Project Scheduler or Master Scheduler with experience managing integrated schedules, dependencies and critical path analysis across complex programs.

Apply now:

To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant project scheduling, PMO, planning, governance or master scheduling experience.

Please indicate whether you are applying for the EL1 Project Planner / Scheduler, the EL2 Senior Project Scheduler, or both opportunities.

For further information or to apply directly, please reach out:

Reece Prideaux – Talent International

Reeceprideaux@talentinternational.com

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• Contract through to December 2026 with possible extension options
• National role – Up to $754.20 plus Super per day
• Australian Citizenship required – no security clearance required
• Advanced Microsoft Project skills and extensive master scheduling experience within complex program environments required

We are seeking a highly experienced Master Scheduler to provide scheduling leadership across a significant portfolio of interdependent projects and programs. This role will establish and maintain the integrated master schedule, providing critical insights into dependencies, sequencing, delivery confidence and strategic alignment to support senior executive decision-making.

Your duties will include:

• Developing and maintaining an integrated master schedule across multiple projects and programs
• Identifying, analysing and managing critical dependencies and delivery impacts
• Performing schedule analysis including critical path, float and scenario modelling
• Providing schedule-driven reporting, insights and executive-level dashboards
• Ensuring schedule integrity, data quality, version control and audit readiness
• Supporting PMO and project teams to improve scheduling and dependency management capability

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Demonstrated experience as a Master Scheduler within complex, multi-program environments
• Advanced proficiency using Microsoft Project or equivalent enterprise scheduling tools
• Strong expertise in dependency management, critical path analysis and schedule risk management
• Experience operating within PMO, portfolio or enterprise delivery environments
• Ability to translate complex scheduling information into executive-level insights
• Experience within government, regulated or large-scale transformation environments

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Connie Tong on 0480 806 138 or email connie.tong@talentinternational.com
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• Contract through to December 2026 with possible extension options
• National role – Up to $602.55 plus Super per day
• Australian Citizenship required – no security clearance required
• Experience with integrated planning, scheduling, dependency management and enterprise scheduling tools essential

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Program Planner / Scheduler to support a large-scale national transformation program. Working within a complex multi-stream environment, you will play a critical role in developing and maintaining integrated schedules, identifying dependencies and delivery risks, and providing the insights needed to support executive decision-making and program success.

Your duties will include:

• Developing and maintaining integrated program schedules across multiple delivery streams
• Identifying critical path activities, dependencies, risks and schedule impacts
• Coordinating planning cycles, workshops and schedule updates
• Providing schedule reporting, delivery insights and performance analysis
• Supporting executive reporting and governance activities
• Leading planning capability uplift and promoting consistency across planning practices

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• Demonstrated experience in integrated planning and scheduling within complex programs
• Strong knowledge of dependency, risk and critical path management
• Experience using enterprise scheduling tools such as MS Project or similar
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication capabilities
• Experience working within government, transformation or large-scale delivery environments

Application Process

If you would like to apply for this opportunity, please click ‘APPLY’. For further information, please contact Connie Tong on 0480 806 138 or email connie.tong@talentinternational.com

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The Role

This is a hands-on HRIS reporting and application support role sitting within a busy Finance and Workforce function at a large, multi-site health organisation. You will be the key point of contact for data extraction, meaningful reporting, and application support across the organisation’s HRIS and rostering platforms, working closely with Payroll, HR Services, and Finance teams to ensure data integrity, meet compliance obligations, and support accurate, on-time pay runs. The right candidate brings strong SAP and Kronos expertise, a sharp eye for data quality, and the communication skills to support a diverse range of internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Extract, validate, and deliver meaningful reports from HRIS, rostering, and Finance systems – including payroll reporting, Single Touch Payroll processing, superannuation reconciliations, and compliance data for external agencies such as the ABS and DHS.
• Provide application support across HRIS and rostering platforms, including managing interface and data feed files, resolving application issues in conjunction with system vendors, and ensuring all processes are run in accordance with business and payroll deadlines.
• Develop and maintain reporting frameworks, system process documentation, user guides, and FAQs, proactively identifying opportunities to improve system use and reporting capability.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across Payroll, HR Services, Recruitment, Finance, and Workforce divisions, handling complex or escalated application queries and providing responsive, customer-focused support.
• Deliver end-user training for line managers and HR team members on HRIS and rostering applications, supporting adoption of system improvements and best practice processes.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating payroll services and supporting HRIS applications within a medium to large organisation, with strong working knowledge of SAP (or SuccessFactors) and Kronos or equivalent rostering and time and attendance platforms.
• Solid understanding of payroll practices, Awards, Enterprise Bargaining Agreements, and relevant legislation, including experience managing Single Touch Payroll, superannuation compliance, and payroll data feeds to external agencies.
• Strong business analysis capability, with demonstrated experience in report creation, process documentation, and identifying system improvements supported by data-driven recommendations.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), with well-developed analytical, numeric, and written communication skills and a high attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet tight deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment, with a professional and responsive approach to customer service.

What’s in it for You

• Initial 3-month contract with strong potential to extend, based on performance and business need.
• St Kilda Road, Melbourne location with hybrid working arrangements.
• Healthcare sector role with genuine scope to make an impact across a large, multi-site organisation.
• Collaborative, supportive team environment with exposure to a broad range of HRIS, payroll, and workforce reporting functions.

Apply today and Jimmy Nguyen will reach out to disclose further information.

Job Summary / Overview

• Long term opportunities starting with 6-12-month contracts
• 4 + years of project support/ coordination or similar experience in enterprise environments
• Multiple roles in the IT team working on Cyber and HCM projects
• Work with an open and friendly team
• Onsite parking at discounted rates and close to transport
• 3 days working from home flexibility

Key Responsibilities

• Support Program and Project Managers in the delivery of IT initiatives
• Maintain integrated project plans, schedules and dependencies
• Coordinate project activities, workshops and delivery milestones
• Track project progress against scope, schedule, cost and quality baselines
• Prepare governance artefacts including status reports, RAID logs and dashboards
• Produce portfolio and program-level reporting for stakeholders
• Support budget tracking, forecasting and financial reporting
• Prepare presentations, briefing materials and project documentation

Required Skills and Experience

• Ideally degree qualified
• Experience supporting project financial administration and reporting
• Proven ability to analyse and report on budgets
• Experience working independently and collaboratively within project environments
• Proficiency across Microsoft Office, databases, internet tools and project reporting systems
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Highly developed analytical and reporting capabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, multiple-tasking and communication skills
• Ability to liaise with diverse stakeholder groups

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For further information please contact Kate Reynolds on 0448 001 382 or kate.reynolds@talentinternational.com

Identity Engineer – 12-Month Contract | Auckland CBD

A hands-on contract opportunity for an experienced Identity Engineer to support the modernisation of a large-scale workforce identity environment.

You’ll work closely with Application Owners, Identity Architecture, and Security to improve how identity integrates across systems during cloud migration, and to strengthen identity and access management controls, including Identity Governance.

What you’ll be doing

• Modernising workforce identity capabilities and supporting cloud integration across enterprise systems
• Implementing and improving IAM controls, including Identity Governance
• Partnering with security and architecture teams to uplift authentication, federation, and access standards
• Supporting secure access outcomes across the identity lifecycle (including privileged access and access risk)

What we’re looking for

• Strong end-to-end IAM / workforce identity experience (delivery-focused, not just advisory)
• Practical experience across:
  • Privileged access
  • Federation
  • Authentication standards
  • Access risk concepts (e.g., toxic access combinations)
• Proven ability to deliver identity solutions as part of broader enterprise platforms and programs
• Confident stakeholder engagement across technical and business teams

Environment

• Microsoft-centric workforce identity stack: Entra ID and Azure supporting ~10,000 users
• Potential opportunity to expand into customer identity over time (evolving Optimal capability supporting ~500,000 users)

If this is something you are interested in APPLY now to be considered, or reach out to Amber at amber.shaw@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

Senior Project Coordinator – 12 Month Contract
Auckland | Competitive Contract Rate

Join a leading financial services client and play a key role supporting the delivery of multiple strategic projects within a complex and fast-paced environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Project Coordinator who thrives on stakeholder engagement, governance, and keeping projects on track.

What’s in it for you?

✅ 12-month contract with a leading financial services organisation
✅ Work across multiple high-profile projects with experienced delivery teams

About the role

You will work closely with Project Managers, delivery teams, and key stakeholders to coordinate project activities, maintain governance standards, manage reporting, and ensure successful project outcomes.

What we’re looking for

• 5+ years’ Project/Programme Coordination experience in NZ
• Strong knowledge of project governance and delivery frameworks
• Experience supporting multiple concurrent projects
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong financial tracking and reporting capability
• Advanced experience with JIRA and Confluence
• Proactive, organised, and able to work autonomously
• Banking or Financial Services experience highly desirable

Apply now

If you’re an experienced Project Coordinator looking for your next contract opportunity within a leading organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Applicants must be based in New Zealand and hold a valid work visa to be considered for this role. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.