Senior Program Manager / Project Director – SAP HCM & Payroll Transformation

Sydney CBD Hybrid | 6-9 Month Contract

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Program Manager / Project Director to lead a complex, enterprise-wide SAP HCM and Payroll transformation for a large national organisation.

This is a senior leadership opportunity focused on consolidating multiple businesses, HR systems, payroll processes and workforce operating models into a unified platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and end-to-end accountability for a major SAP HCM and Payroll transformation.
• Oversee the consolidation of HR systems, payroll processes, workforce data and operating models across multiple business entities.
• Lead program governance, budgets, delivery teams, implementation partners and executive stakeholder engagement.
• Manage complex dependencies across SAP SuccessFactors, payroll, integrations, data migration, testing, cutover and business readiness.
• Drive successful transformation outcomes across technology, people and business processes.

Essential Experience

• Extensive Senior Program Management or Project Director experience leading large-scale enterprise transformations.
• Significant delivery experience across BOTH HCM and Payroll, not solely one discipline.
• Strong SAP transformation background, including SAP SuccessFactors exposure.
• Proven accountability for complex, multi-workstream programs involving substantial budgets, delivery teams and implementation partners.
• Exceptional executive stakeholder management, commercial acumen and program governance capabilities.

This opportunity requires an established transformation leader with proven end-to-end program accountability, rather than an individual project or functional workstream lead.

Candidates must be based in Sydney to be considered.

We’re seeking experienced Infrastructure Engineer/Specialists to support a major defence infrastructure transformation program.

The project focuses on the implementation, migration, deployment and transition of enterprise infrastructure platforms into operational service.

Key Technical Areas
– Red Hat OpenShift – Platform implementation and transition
– Microsoft Hyper-V – Infrastructure implementation and migration
– Software Defined Storage (SDS)
– Load Balancers and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)
– Environment build, configuration and deployment
– Technical testing, troubleshooting and security implementation
– Operational readiness, documentation and service transition

• Permanent, full-time opportunity based in Adelaide
• 70% infrastructure focus across Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID and hybrid IT
• Hands-on role supporting infrastructure improvements, endpoint and IT Security

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Infrastructure Support Engineer to join a collaborative IT team in Adelaide. This role is primarily focused on maintaining, administering and supporting IT infrastructure, Microsoft 365 environments and endpoint management systems, while also providing technical assistance to internal users. The successful candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Entra ID, Microsoft 365 and Windows Autopilot, along with the ability to troubleshoot infrastructure issues across hybrid cloud and on-premises environments. The position involves approximately 70% infrastructure maintenance and administration and 30% internal user support.

Responsibilities:

• Administer, maintain and support Microsoft 365 environments, including Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Exchange Online and related services.
• Manage Microsoft Intune and Entra ID environments, ensuring effective device management, identity administration and security compliance.
• Configure, deploy and maintain Windows devices using Windows Autopilot (Legacy and v2).
• Manage user accounts, permissions, device enrolment, onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Implement and maintain Conditional Access policies, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and identity security controls.
• Support Windows and macOS endpoints, including device configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Manage application packaging, software deployment, system updates and patch management using tools such as Patch My PC, Intune and SCCM.
• Monitor, maintain and troubleshoot IT infrastructure, network connectivity and system performance.
• Support hybrid cloud and on-premises infrastructure, including Active Directory, Group Policy and related services.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, implementing preventative measures to improve system stability and security.

About You:

• Demonstrated experience in IT infrastructure administration, systems engineering or a similar technical role.
• Strong hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365, including Office 365 and Microsoft Teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Intune, Entra ID and endpoint management.
• Practical experience deploying and configuring Windows devices using Windows Autopilot, including Legacy and v2 deployment methods.
• Experience managing Conditional Access policies, MFA, user accounts and access permissions.
• Strong knowledge of Windows operating systems and experience supporting macOS devices.
• Experience with application deployment, software updates and patch management, including Patch My PC or similar tools.
• Experience supporting Active Directory, Group Policy and Windows Server environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot infrastructure, connectivity, device and system-related issues.
• Experience working across hybrid cloud and on-premises IT environments.

Apply now or reach out to Ivan Aureus at 0480 806 152 for a chat.

We’re partnering with a leading enterprise organisation to recruit an experienced Security Network Engineer to join its Network & Security Engineering team.

This is a hands-on engineering role with a strong focus on F5 load balancing, firewalls (Fortinet & Checkpoint) and network security, working across a large-scale, complex enterprise environment. You’ll have plenty of autonomy and will be expected to take ownership of issues, solve problems and work closely with teams across security, infrastructure, development and project delivery.

The Role

The position will be approximately 80% BAU engineering and operational support, alongside 20% project and improvement work.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Support, engineer and enhance F5 BIG-IP load balancing environments
• Manage and troubleshoot enterprise firewall technologies including Check Point and Fortinet
• Support network security services including VPN, IPsec, SSL, segmentation and web security
• Deliver F5, load balancing and broader network security improvements
• Troubleshoot complex networking and infrastructure issues
• Support secure integrations across network, infrastructure and application environments
• Use automation and scripting to improve repeatable engineering and operational processes
• Monitor network performance, security events and alerts
• Work closely with Security, Infrastructure, Cloud, Development and project teams
• Maintain technical documentation and work within established change and security processes

What We’re Looking For

You’ll ideally have 5+ years’ experience in network or security engineering, with a strong hands-on engineering background.

Essential experience includes:

• F5 BIG-IP / load balancing – this is a key requirement
• Enterprise firewall technologies such as Check Point, Fortinet or Palo Alto
• Strong networking fundamentals across routing, switching, VLANs, TCP/IP and BGP
• Network security technologies including VPN, IPsec, GRE, SSL and segmentation
• Load balancing and traffic management
• LAN, WAN and data centre networking
• Automation or scripting using technologies such as Python, Ansible or Shell
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical issues
• Strong communication skills and confidence working across technical and non-technical teams

Nice to Have

Experience across any of the following would be advantageous:

• VMware NSX
• Proxy / Secure Web Gateway technologies such as Zscaler
• VMware and broader data centre infrastructure
• SD-WAN
• Monitoring and logging technologies such as Splunk, SNMP or NetFlow
• Security monitoring and incident response
• Broader infrastructure engineering experience

What’s On Offer

• Hybrid working model – 60/40 split
• Flexible working hours
• Opportunity to work across a large, enterprise-scale technology environment
• Strong technical team with a high level of autonomy
• Mix of BAU engineering, problem solving and project work
• Exposure across network security, F5, infrastructure and enterprise networking

This role would suit an experienced engineer who enjoys being hands-on, taking ownership and solving complex technical problems without needing significant direction.

Apply now or send your CV to jackson.bruce@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion and further details.

Project Manager – CRM & Digital Transformation

Are you a capable Project Manager who enjoys delivering complex digital systems and working across business, technology and vendor teams?

We are looking for a hands-on Project Manager to join a well-known Auckland organisation and deliver a varied portfolio of customer and digital transformation initiatives. Experience delivering Salesforce CRM implementations would be advantageous; however, we would also love to hear from you if you have successfully delivered comparable CRM, ERP or enterprise digital platforms involving complex data and system integrations.

This role would suit an experienced Project Manager ready to take ownership of complex projects and build their experience within a collaborative organisation.

The role

You will manage end-to-end delivery across projects: Salesforce CRM rollouts, improvements and platform enhancements; CRM and Single View of Customer initiatives; Integrations connecting CRM, eCommerce, point-of-sale and related platforms

You will be responsible for scope, planning, budget, resources, risks, dependencies, governance, vendors, testing, change, cutover and transition into business-as-usual operations.

What we are looking for

• Proven experience delivering complex digital or enterprise-system implementations

• CRM implementation experience with Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP CRM/CX, Oracle CX, HubSpot or a comparable platform is highly desirable

• Alternatively, experience delivering complex ERP, HRIS, eCommerce, customer portal, CMS, POS, procurement, analytics or other integrated systems

• Strong understanding of data migration, systems integration, testing, cutover and operational transition

• Experience managing external vendors and multidisciplinary business and technology teams

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage technical specialists, executives and non-technical operational stakeholders

• Strong planning, governance, risk, budget and dependency-management capability

• A practical, collaborative approach and willingness to roll up your sleeves in a lean technology environment

• Public-sector or similarly complex organisational experience would be advantageous

This is a permanent opportunity for someone seeking stability, meaningful delivery ownership and the chance to contribute to projects that support Auckland’s people, businesses and experiences.

If this sounds like the right next step for you, please apply with your updated CV

We are only able to consider those candidates with relevant NZ work rights who are already based in NZ.

Talent International is proud to partner with ASC to recruit a Principal Mechanical Engineer for a permanent opportunity within ASC’s Whole of Boat Integration & Performance team.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced senior mechanical engineering professional to join ASC and contribute at a whole-of-platform level within one of Australia’s most complex engineering environments.

Reporting to the Head of Whole of Boat Integration & Performance, you will join a specialist engineering group of approximately 35 people and work alongside senior leaders across IV&V, Electrical Engineering, Signatures, Certification and Configuration.

This is not a traditional mechanical design role. As Principal Mechanical Engineer, you will provide senior engineering leadership and technical authority across complex submarine systems, interfaces, integration activities and engineering changes.

Location:

This role is based in Adelaide, South Australia. Candidates from interstate who are willing to relocate to Adelaide are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance will be provided to successful interstate candidates.

What you’ll be responsible for:

• Providing mechanical engineering authority across complex submarine engineering activities.
• Leading multidisciplinary technical investigations and engineering assessments.
• Reviewing and approving mechanical designs, calculations, specifications and technical documentation.
• Assessing system interfaces and understanding the broader platform impact of mechanical engineering changes.
• Supporting defect investigations, root cause analysis and remediation strategies.
• Providing technical direction across design, integration, certification and engineering assurance.
• Balancing safety, performance, cost and schedule to deliver practical engineering outcomes.
• Mentoring engineers and providing senior technical advice to ASC, Defence and external stakeholders.
• Operating with considerable independence and acting as an engineering authority across complex and critical engineering activities.

What we’re looking for:

You will ideally bring:

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience working within complex, highly integrated engineering environments.
• Strong capability across mechanical systems, structures, equipment and system interfaces.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary engineering activities.
• Strong experience across technical assurance, engineering risk, configuration and governance.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and technical communication skills.
• CPEng or equivalent professional recognition.
• Eligibility to obtain an Australian Defence security clearance and meet applicable ITAR requirements.

MUST HAVE: Australian Citizenship Mandatory

Apply now or contact Aparna Malik on 08 8228 1560 for a confidential discussion.

Our client:
Our client is a major Australian ASX listed group undergoing significant technology transformation. They are seeking a collaborative technology leader to strengthen engineering capability, champion automation and build effective partnerships across the business.

The role:
Based in Sydney, you will lead engineering enablement across quality engineering, DevOps, release and deployment management, environments, observability and tooling.

With six direct reports and a broader team of approximately 11, you will combine strategic leadership with technical guidance to improve delivery, support your team through change and identify practical opportunities for AI and automation.

Key responsibilities:

• Coach and develop a specialist team, building a positive, collaborative and solutions focused culture.

• Establish engineering standards, reusable frameworks and consistent ways of working.

• Strengthen testing, quality assurance and test automation to improve delivery confidence.

• Oversee release, deployment and environment management to support safe, reliable change.

• Improve engineering tooling, observability and DevOps practices, identifying opportunities to reduce manual effort.

• Build strong relationships with business stakeholders, technology leaders and external vendors.

Skills and experience:

• Around 10 years’ experience across technology delivery, quality engineering, automation or release management within complex enterprise environments.

• Proven people leadership, with the ability to motivate teams, influence stakeholders and guide organisational change.

• Experience establishing and improving engineering practices across testing, quality assurance, DevOps and delivery.

• Strong technical understanding of test automation, CI/CD, release processes, environments and observability.

• Experience managing vendors and outsourced technology partners.

Exposure to AI enabled software development, Microsoft Copilot, AI agents and Jira/Atlassian tooling would be advantageous. Experience in regulated environments is desirable, with candidates from other complex industries also encouraged to apply.

Benefits and additional information:

• Package of approximately $245,000 including super, with flexibility up to approximately $280,000 for the right candidate.

• Discretionary bonus with a 20% target, subject to business and individual performance.

• Hybrid working: three days in the Sydney office and two days working from home.

• Opportunity to shape an evolving function and influence the organisation’s engineering and automation direction.

• Experienced leaders ready to step into a broader Head of function role will be considered.

• Lead end-to-end TechnologyOne HRP implementations
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of HRP consultants
• Take ownership of client engagements and solution delivery

We are seeking an experienced Delivery Lead – TechnologyOne HRP to lead end-to-end HR and Payroll implementations, oversee client engagements and mentor functional consultants. The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of TechnologyOne HRP experience, strong CiAnywhere expertise, and proven delivery leadership skills. This is an exciting opportunity to drive successful project outcomes, develop team capabilities and contribute to the growth of a TechnologyOne consulting practice.

Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end TechnologyOne HRP implementations, from discovery and solution design through to go-live and support.
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring agreed timelines, scope, quality standards and client expectations are met.
• Provide functional leadership across TechnologyOne HR, Payroll and CiAnywhere solutions.
• Guide system configuration, integrations, data migration, testing and deployment activities.
• Ensure payroll solutions comply with Australian legislation, awards, enterprise agreements and reporting requirements.
• Lead, mentor and develop HRP consultants, promoting collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Build strong client relationships, facilitate workshops and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Resolve complex functional and delivery issues, providing guidance and escalation support.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical teams to manage risks, dependencies and delivery outcomes.
• Contribute to the development of HRP consulting practices, delivery standards and service improvements.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 6 years of experience in TechnologyOne HRP implementation and consulting, including end-to-end solution delivery.
• Strong functional expertise in TechnologyOne Human Resources and Payroll modules, including CiAnywhere.
• Demonstrated experience leading consultants, functional delivery teams or complex HRP implementations.
• Proven experience across requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, data migration, testing, cutover and go-live.
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll requirements, awards, enterprise agreements, payroll reconciliation and statutory reporting.
• Experience managing complex functional issues and providing practical solution recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, workshop facilitation and client relationship management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor and develop consultants.
• Understanding of system integrations, data migration, ETL processes and HR/payroll data security.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, negotiation and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes across multiple engagements.

Apply now or reach out to Ivan Aureus at 0480 806 152 for a chat.

Passionate about entertainment, digital media and building valuable brand partnerships?

A global entertainment business is looking for an experienced Sales Manager to grow advertising revenue across a national portfolio of agencies and direct clients.

This is an opportunity to connect brands with premium video content, combining established relationships with a proactive approach to winning new business.

The opportunity

Based in Sydney, you’ll take ownership of client relationships from initial conversations through to negotiation, closing and campaign delivery.

You’ll develop advertising solutions that meet client objectives across digital video and streaming environments, supported by specialist internal teams.

What you’ll do

• Grow revenue across an existing client portfolio and identify new business opportunities.

• Build strong relationships with media agencies and client-side decision-makers.

• Present tailored video advertising solutions aligned with brand and campaign objectives.

• Negotiate commercial terms and close business.

• Manage your pipeline, sales forecasts and performance reporting.

• Collaborate with campaign, research and sales solutions teams to deliver successful campaigns.

• Use campaign insights to strengthen results and identify further opportunities.

• Attend industry events and travel interstate regularly to meet clients.

What you’ll bring

• At least 2- 5 years of digital sales experience, with strong knowledge of online video a bonus.

• Established relationships across media agencies and client-side teams.

• A proven record of achieving revenue targets.

• An understanding of programmatic advertising and the streaming/CTV marketplace preferred.

• Strong presentation, negotiation and analytical skills.

• Confidence working autonomously and collaborating within a growing team.

• Experience selling connected TV advertising will be highly regarded.

Working arrangements

The role offers hybrid working, with a minimum of three days per week in the Sydney office. Regular interstate travel is required.

Ready to bring your media relationships and sales expertise to a global entertainment business? Apply now for a confidential discussion.

A leading Financial Services provider is seeking a Senior Network Engineer with strong data centre, routing and switching, and network operations experience to join their team on a permanent basis.

Joining a highly experienced network operations team, you will provide senior-level support across a large, complex and high-performance network environment. You will lead the diagnosis and resolution of technical issues, support major incidents, monitor network performance and alarms, and provide detailed design and technical review of network changes.

The role is primarily focused on BAU and operations, with responsibility for smaller project initiatives, technical consultations and the implementation of strategic network changes. You will work closely with architecture, engineering, security and customer-facing teams and participate in a periodic on-call roster.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant vendor certifications, ideally CCNP or CCIE
• Proven network engineering and operations experience gained within large, complex environments (previous experience working for an ISP would be highly regarded)
• Advanced Cisco routing and switching knowledge, including BGP, OSPF, STP, NX-OS and Nexus 9000 switches
• Hands-on experience with VXLAN, EVPN or related overlay technologies and orchestration platforms such as NDFC or DCNM
• Experience working with Cloudflare or Akamai would be highly regarded
• Superior troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong teamwork skills with the ability to work independently as required

This organisation offers hybrid working arrangements with two days per week in the office. As well as an n attractive salary package, this organisation offers employee benefits such as an annual performance bonus and discounted banking products.

• Permanent opportunity
• Brisbane based, competitive salary package on offer
• Customer-facing field service role, offering variety, autonomy and technical problem-solving.

About the company:

Our client is a leading global manufacturer of air-conditioning and HVAC solutions, with a strong reputation for quality, innovation and energy-efficient technology. With an established presence across Australia, they provide heating and cooling solutions to residential, commercial and industrial customers. They are currently seeking an experienced Service Technician to join their Service Operations team, responsible for diagnosing faults, servicing, repairing and installing air-conditioning systems while delivering a high standard of customer service.

About the role:

Your main duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to.

• Deliver a high standard of customer service, maintaining positive relationships with customers, dealers and contractors.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults across residential and commercial HVAC systems.
• Perform servicing, maintenance and repairs to ensure the safe and efficient operation of air-conditioning systems.
• Prepare repair cost estimates and recommend replacement parts or equipment where required.
• Maintain accurate service records, reports and documentation using internal systems.
• Coordinate the ordering and allocation of parts to support service and repair requirements.
• Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety procedures, including the safe handling of refrigerants and equipment.
• Maintain tools, vehicles and work sites to required safety and operational standards.
• Provide technical guidance and supervision to apprentices where required.

What’s in it for you?

• Permanent opportunity
• Brisbane based
• Competitive salary package on offer

Skills and experience required:

• Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Certificate
• Current drivers licence
• Restricted Electrical License
• Refrigeration Handling License
• Working with Children Card
• Police Check
• Defence Cleared Access Card (DCAC)
• Australian Citizenship
• QBBC Individual Mechanical Services Occupational License (QLD only)
• White Card

How to Apply:

If you would like more information about this role, or wish to have a confidential discussion about your career aspirations, please contact Emma Hansen (07) 3031 4517 // emma.hansen@talentinternational.com

Applications close: 5:00 PM Thursday, 22^nd October

• Permanent Part-Time Position – 4 days a week
• Inner City Location – Government Agency
• $69,000 – 79,000 + super Pro-Rata

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and executive support to both the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Working four days per week, this role requires a proactive, adaptable and detail-oriented individual who can confidently manage competing priorities while supporting two senior executives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive and administrative support to the CIO and CFO, ensuring the smooth running of their daily activities.
• Manage complex diaries, coordinate meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for both executives.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, meeting agendas and minutes as required.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring professional and effective communication.
• Proactively manage competing priorities, coordinate executive activities and maintain confidentiality across sensitive matters.

Key Skills and Experience

• Strong experience as an Executive Assistant, ideally with several years supporting senior executives or multiple senior managers.
• Exceptional organisational, time management and multitasking skills, with the ability to balance the demands of two executives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Previous experience within healthcare, hospitals, universities or research-focused organisations will be highly regarded.

What’s in it for you:

• Permanent Part-Time Position – 4 days a week
• Government Agency
• Opportunity to work closely with two senior executives
• Supportive and professional working environment

Apply now to secure an interview or contact Sarah Jordan on sarah.jordan@talentinternational.com for a confidential discussion.