Talent International is currently recruiting for a Media Advisor (Sales and Marketing) to work for the Local Government, based in Parramatta. This position is a 3-month contract with a view to be extended, and the role pays $71.06 per hour + Super.

7 hours a day / 35 hours a week

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor media and news cycles, preparing timely briefings and responses
• Develop and execute proactive media strategies and campaigns
• Write high-impact media releases, speeches, and briefing materials
• Act as the primary media contact for Council
• Build and maintain relationships with media, stakeholders, and government bodies
• Manage media issues, including crisis communications
• Coordinate media opportunities, events, and promotional activities
• Collaborate across internal teams to align messaging and strategy
• Engage with State/Federal MPs, agencies, and community groups
• Maintain awareness of current government policies and political landscape

About You
You are a strategic communicator with strong media relations experience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, politically sensitive environment.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, Politics, or similar
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in media, communications, or government relations
• Strong understanding of Local Government and NSW political landscape
• Proven ability to develop and deliver media strategies and campaigns
• Experience in crisis communications and stakeholder engagement
• Demonstrated network across media, government, and industry

Key Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience writing speeches, media releases, and executive briefings
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Basic video editing/content creation skills (highly desirable)

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.

Gov / contract / Rate: $1300 -$1400 / day + Super

Job Title: Cyber Security Program Manager | Operational Technology

Location: Inner West, NSW
Employment Type: Contract (Start ASAP)
Duration: Initial contract through to 30 June, with strong potential for extension / long-term program engagement

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Program Manager (Operational Technology) to join a major critical infrastructure organisation delivering a high-priority enterprise cybersecurity uplift program.

This program has been established to address significant and increasing cyber risk exposure across both IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments, in response to the growing sophistication and frequency of cyber threats impacting essential services.

The role will be responsible for leading the final delivery phase of an existing cybersecurity uplift program, while also supporting the development of a 2-year cybersecurity roadmap and business case to guide ongoing investment and capability uplift.

This is a high-impact role within a complex, operationally critical environment where safety, resilience, and service continuity are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of remaining cybersecurity uplift initiatives across enterprise and operational environments
• Ensure completion of current program deliverables within defined timeframes and governance frameworks
• Develop and define a 2-year cybersecurity roadmap and supporting business case
• Translate cyber risk exposure into clear, prioritised program initiatives aligned to business outcomes
• Manage program governance, reporting, risks, issues, dependencies, and benefits realisation
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders across technical, operational, and executive levels
• Balance immediate delivery priorities with longer-term strategic planning and capability uplift
• Support alignment between cybersecurity, operational resilience, and enterprise risk objectives

You are a seasoned program leader with strong cybersecurity delivery experience and the ability to operate effectively in complex, operationally intensive environments.

You will bring:

• Proven experience delivering enterprise cybersecurity uplift or transformation programs
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles, risk frameworks, and security architecture concepts
• Experience working in Operational Technology (OT) environments (highly desirable)
• Background in critical infrastructure sectors such as transport, utilities, energy, manufacturing, or other regulated industries
• Ability to operate across both program delivery and strategic roadmap development
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with experience influencing senior leadership
• Experience working in complex, matrixed or government-style environments

Highly Regarded Experience

• Transport or large-scale public infrastructure environments (especially where OT systems are present)
• Experience transitioning cybersecurity programs from delivery into long-term roadmap / BAU phases
• Exposure to large-scale enterprise transformation or risk uplift programs

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Cyber Security Program Manager with strong OT exposure and a proven track record delivering enterprise security uplift programs, we encourage you to apply.

Join a program that is strengthening cyber resilience across a critical, operational environment that supports essential services.

Please contact Deqa Omer deqa.omer@talentinternational.com for further information.

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead the delivery of a complex, enterprise-wide digital foundations program.
This role will drive the design, delivery, and operationalisation of core platforms across cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data, and network environments, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned to long-term business outcomes.
You will operate across a multi-stream, multi-supplier environment, taking ownership of end-to-end delivery from early business case through to operational handover. This is a 18-month fixed term contract with the possibility of extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of large-scale infrastructure and platform transformation programs
• Manage multi-vendor environments, including system integrators and managed service providers
• Align delivery with enterprise architecture, security, and operating models
• Drive governance across risk, budget, scope, and dependencies
• Ensure successful transition into BAU and service readiness

Key Requirements

• Proven experience delivering enterprise infrastructure/platform programs
• Strong understanding of cloud, networks, cybersecurity, and data platforms
• Experience operating within multi-supplier / SIAM environments
• Track record of delivering through to operational handover
• Strong stakeholder engagement at senior/executive level

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

We are seeking an experienced SIAM Manager to design and implement a Service Integration and Management (SIAM) model across a complex IT environment.
This role will establish the frameworks, governance, and service management processes required to ensure all internal teams and external suppliers operate within a single, integrated service model. This is a 18-month fixed term contract with the possibility to extend.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a SIAM operating model across IT services
• Establish service management processes (incident, change, problem, SLA)
• Integrate and onboard multiple suppliers into a unified framework
• Define governance, reporting, and performance management structures
• Drive continuous improvement across service delivery and operations

Key Requirements

• Proven experience designing and implementing SIAM or multi-supplier service models
• Strong background in IT service management (ITIL or equivalent)
• Experience working in complex managed service environments
• Ability to establish governance, reporting, and supplier frameworks
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability

If you would like to know more, please contact Brandon Wong on 0480 804 886 or brandon.wong@talentinternational.com or hit APPLY NOW !

Finance Business Partner
initial 6-month contract, with strong potential for extension
Adelaide Based Role

Candidates with valid Australian visa will be considered for the role, no visa sponsorship available.

We’re looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner for an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential for extension. This is a high-impact business partnering role supporting key stakeholders across a diverse portfolio. You’ll play a critical role in driving financial insights, improving performance, and supporting strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver monthly financial reporting and insights
• Partner with stakeholders to support decision-making and financial outcomes
• Support budget setting, monitoring, and year-end processes
• Drive system adoption and provide support/training
• Analyse financial performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Contribute to financial projects and process enhancements

If you’re a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a partnering environment, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion. You can reach Shilpa Sharma at 08 8228 1501.

Cyber Security Systems Engineer | Operational Technology

Location: Inner West, NSW
Contract until 30 June (strong view to extend long term)
Immediate start required
Rate: $950 -1000 / day + super

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Systems Engineer with strong Operational Technology (OT) expertise to join a critical cyber security program within a complex infrastructure environment.

This role will support both current technical delivery and contribute to future cyber security roadmap planning, playing a key part in strengthening security controls across operational systems.

You will work closely with technical teams and stakeholders to design, implement, and enhance cyber security capabilities in a fast-paced and evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support technical delivery and advisory activities across cyber security initiatives
• Contribute to both current program delivery and future roadmap planning
• Design, implement and support cyber security controls across OT environments
• Provide input into technical design, integration, and security architecture
• Support incident response and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with technical and operational stakeholders across multiple teams
• Ensure security controls align with organisational and regulatory frameworks

Key Requirements

• Strong experience working in Operational Technology (OT) environments
• Proven hands-on delivery experience in:
• Privileged Access Management (PAM)
• SIEM platforms and endpoint protection tools
• Ability to contribute to technical design and implementation, not just advisory
• Strong understanding of cyber security principles in complex infrastructure environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Nice to Have

• Experience with automated threat detection tools and frameworks
• Exposure to application control tools
• Experience with tools such as G-Ray, CuroPine (or similar technologies)
• Experience in critical infrastructure, transport, utilities or similar environments

Apply Now!

If you are a Cyber Security Engineer with strong OT and hands-on delivery experience, and are available to start immediately, we would love to hear from you.

Please contact Deqa Omer at Talent International for a confidential discussion : deqa.omer@talentinternational.com

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead a large-scale digital business transformation program.
This role will drive the delivery of new enterprise platforms and lead end-to-end transformation across business processes, systems, and operating models, ensuring successful adoption and long-term value realisation. This is a 18-month fixed term contract with the possibility for extension.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of enterprise digital transformation programs
• Drive business process transformation alongside technology implementation
• Manage delivery of platforms such as CRM, enterprise systems, and digital solutions
• Oversee data migration, integration, and governance
• Manage vendors, stakeholders, and multi-stream delivery environments

Key Requirements

• Proven experience delivering large-scale business + technology transformation programs
• Strong experience across CRM, enterprise platforms, or digital ecosystems
• Demonstrated ability to drive change, adoption, and business outcomes
• Experience operating in complex, evolving environments
• Strong stakeholder engagement and program governance capability

If you would like to know more, please contact Milly Kerei-Keepa on 0476865411 or milly.kerei-keepa@talentinternational.com or hit Apply Now

📍 Parramatta | Contract Opportunity (12 months initially)

We’re seeking an experienced Technical Business Analyst to join a major capital works program delivering large-scale infrastructure and technology outcomes across new and refurbished facilities.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of construction and technology, supporting the design and delivery of complex IT infrastructure and integrated systems within a built environment.

🔧 About the Role

You will play a key role in bridging business and technical teams, ensuring requirements are clearly defined and translated into practical, scalable solutions across infrastructure and systems integration projects.

Working closely with architects, engineers, vendors, and stakeholders, you’ll contribute across the full project lifecycle – from early design through to testing, commissioning, and handover.

🏗️ Key Responsibilities

• Gather, analyse, and document business and technical requirements
• Translate requirements into clear functional and non-functional specifications
• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions
• Collaborate with solution architects, infrastructure teams, and vendors
• Support solution design, procurement, and delivery activities
• Maintain requirements traceability across the project lifecycle
• Assist with testing (SIT/UAT), defect management, and implementation
• Contribute to operational readiness and handover documentation

💻 What You’ll Be Working On

• Network infrastructure (structured cabling, LAN/WAN, wireless)
• Data centre / server environments
• CCTV, access control, and security systems
• Audio-visual (AV) and smart building technologies
• Systems integration across multiple platforms and vendors

✅ About You

• Proven experience as a Technical or IT Business Analyst
• Strong background in IT infrastructure, networking, and systems integration
• Experience working on construction, capital works, or fit-out projects (highly desirable)
• Ability to work across both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong documentation, analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Experience supporting full delivery lifecycle (design → build → test → handover)

🌟 Why Apply?

• Work on large-scale, high-impact infrastructure projects
• Be part of complex, multi-disciplinary delivery teams
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge smart building technologies
• Competitive day rate contract

If you’re a Technical BA with a passion for infrastructure and delivering technology in real-world environments, we’d love to hear from you.

Step into a contract where your leadership directly contributes to safer roads and high-impact public outcomes.

We’re seeking an experienced Test Lead to drive quality across two major, high-visibility initiatives: the Camera Detected Offence Program (CDOP) and the broader Road Safety System Program. These programs leverage advanced mobile camera detection technology and integrated digital platforms to support compliance, enforcement, and improved road safety outcomes.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology, data, and real-world impact.

About the Projects

You’ll play a key role across:

Camera Detected Offence Program (CDOP)
Focused on mobile and fixed camera technologies that capture and process offences in real time, this program involves:

• Integration of camera hardware and field devices with backend systems
• High-volume image and data processing pipelines
• Validation and accuracy of offence detection and data capture
• Complex workflows ensuring compliance, traceability, and auditability

Road Safety System Program
A broader ecosystem of platforms and services supporting road safety initiatives, including:

• Integration across multiple systems, platforms, and stakeholders
• Cloud-based and distributed architectures
• Data exchange, analytics, and reporting capabilities
• Continuous uplift of systems supporting enforcement and safety outcomes

These programs operate in a highly integrated, data-driven environment where quality, reliability, and accuracy are critical.

What You’ll Be Doing

Test Strategy & Governance

• Own and deliver end-to-end test strategy across complex, multi-program environments
• Define scope, environments, dependencies, and risk frameworks
• Establish standards, metrics, and reporting aligned to best practice

Test Delivery Leadership

• Lead system, integration, regression, and UAT testing across CDOP and Road Safety systems
• Coordinate across internal teams and vendors to ensure seamless delivery
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure milestones are achieved
• Provide release readiness and go-live recommendations

Quality, Risk & Defect Management

• Oversee defect lifecycle, triage, and root cause analysis
• Identify and manage risks across data, integration, and infrastructure layers
• Deliver clear reporting on quality metrics and system readiness

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead, mentor, and uplift test teams and vendor partners
• Act as the escalation point for testing and quality issues
• Engage effectively with technical and business stakeholders

Quality Engineering & Innovation

• Drive automation strategy and CI/CD quality practices
• Support testing across cloud, integration, and data-heavy systems
• Contribute to evolving practices including AI-assisted testing and automation optimisation

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

• Proven Test Lead experience in complex ICT or highly integrated environments
• Strong background in end-to-end and multi-system testing
• Experience working with data-intensive platforms and integration layers
• ISTQB Foundation (or equivalent)
• Excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills

Desirable:

• Experience with camera systems, IoT/device integration, or enforcement platforms
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with tools like JIRA, Confluence, Zephyr
• Automation and quality engineering capability
• Interest or experience in AI-driven testing

Why This Role?

• Contribute to high-impact road safety programs (CDOP & Road Safety System Program)
• 7-month contract with potential extension at market rates
• Carseldine location with 50% WFH flexibility
• Work across cutting-edge, integrated technologies and data platforms
• Opportunity to influence quality strategy in a meaningful environment

If you’re a Test Lead who thrives in complex environments and wants your work to make a tangible difference this is a role worth exploring. Apply now or reach out to david.reynolds@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.

We’re seeking an experienced Business Agility Coach to support a large-scale enterprise transformation, embedding OKRs (Objectives & Key Results) as a core discipline to drive strategy execution, prioritisation, and measurable outcomes. This is not your typical Agile Coach role.

You’ll work directly with senior leaders (GM level and above) to challenge thinking, sharpen strategy, and ensure the organisation is investing in what truly matters.

You will play a key role in helping the organisation translate enterprise strategy into clear, measurable outcomes by embedding OKRs and modern ways of working across business units and group functions.

Working within a transformation environment, you will coach leaders to:

• Align strategic objectives to business priorities and measurable outcomes
• Drive clarity, focus, and accountability across teams
• Establish effective operating rhythms including quarterly planning and review cycles
• Strengthen decision-making, prioritisation, and value delivery

Responsibilities

• Coach senior leaders and teams on the design, adoption, and maturity of OKRs
• Facilitate quarterly planning, business reviews, and retrospectives
• Embed governance, reporting, and tooling to support OKR delivery
• Support leaders to shift from activity-based to outcome-driven thinking
• Coach teams on Lean and Agile ways of working to improve flow and delivery
• Partner with transformation, portfolio, and PMO teams to align strategy, investment, and outcomes
• Drive capability uplift and embed sustainable coaching practices across the organisation

Requirements

• Proven experience implementing or coaching OKR frameworks at enterprise level (A MUST)
• Strong background in Agile, Lean, and business agility coaching
• Experience working with senior stakeholders (GM level or above)
• Demonstrated ability to operate in large, complex organisations
• Strong facilitation, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience in financial services, insurance, or telco environments (desirable)
• Consulting background or experience in transformation programs highly regarded

If you are interested in this opportunity, please clicn APPLY NOW. Alternatively, if you are keen to discuss further, please email me at alex.nguyen@talentinternational.com

Information Systems Analyst

Location: Newcastle
Requirement: NV1 or NV2

About the Role
We’re looking for an Information Systems Analyst to support ICT and engineering activities within a secure, fast-paced environment. Working with a high level of autonomy, you’ll contribute to system support, integration and ongoing capability delivery.

You’ll act as a key point of contact for ICT and operational enquiries, working closely with stakeholders across government and industry while supporting systems that enable operational planning and secure communications.

This full-time role is based in the Newcastle region.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver ICT and engineering support within a collaborative team
• Act as a central contact for ICT and operational queries
• Manage schedules, risks and deliverables in line with governance requirements
• Support design, integration and sustainment of ICT systems
• Maintain clear technical documentation and reporting
• Collaborate with stakeholders to resolve technical issues and support system performance

About You

• Experience in information systems, ICT infrastructure or similar
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities

Desirable

• Experience in secure or regulated environments
• Exposure to operational systems or secure communications
• Understanding of government or defence frameworks

Join a role where your work directly contributes to critical capability outcomes, offering meaningful impact, strong stakeholder engagement and the opportunity to grow within a complex, high-performing environment.

• 6 Month Contract – Government Department
• CBD Location – Hybrid Working Environment
• Design and Develop and Conduct Training for a Mobile Solution

The role
We are seeking a Trainer to lead the design and delivery of engaging, practical training that supports the successful rollout of a new Employee Self Service (ESS) mobile solution.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver engaging, role-based training for the ESS mobile solution across multiple formats (virtual, in-person, and digital).
• Develop and maintain high-quality training materials including guides, videos, job aids, and FAQs.
• Tailor training approaches to suit different user groups and levels of digital capability.
• Coordinate end-to-end training logistics including scheduling, communications, and attendance tracking.
• Support user adoption during go-live and hypercare by providing guidance

Key Skills

• Proven experience in training delivery
• Strong ability to translate complex processes into clear, user-friendly training content.
• Experience delivering training across multiple channels (face-to-face, virtual, and self-paced learning).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced project environment and adapt to changing requirements.

What’s in it for you:

• 6 Month Contract
• CBD Location – Hybrid Working Environment
• Government Department

To find out more about this role please contact Sarah Jordan on sarah.jordan@talentinternational.com apply now to secure an interview.