Talent International is currently recruiting for an APS6 Support Need Assessors to work for one of our Federal Government clients based in National (Geographically dispersed across all Service Delivery locations). The position is a 6-month contract role with the possibility of extension. The role pays $61.86 per hour + Super.

7.6 hours per day and 38 hours per week
Start date – Monday 13 July 2026

Australia-wide (metro and regional)

About the Role

As a Support Needs Assessor, you will work directly with participants, their families, representatives and support networks to conduct comprehensive assessments that inform evidence-based decisions regarding support needs.

You will play a critical role in ensuring assessments are person-centred, strengths-based and aligned with legislative and operational frameworks, helping participants access the supports they need to achieve their goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct support needs assessments by gathering information from participants and their representatives
• Analyse, interpret and synthesise information to support evidence-based decision making
• Prepare clear, comprehensive and accurate assessment reports
• Apply policies, procedures and operational guidelines using sound judgement
• Communicate assessment processes and outcomes respectfully and clearly through virtual and face-to-face channels
• Identify and escalate issues based on complexity, risk or policy limitations
• Collaborate with colleagues and stakeholders to support participant planning outcomes
• Utilise digital systems to accurately capture information and assessment outcomes
• Deliver assessments across a variety of settings while adapting approaches to individual participant needs
• Support team capability through mentoring and knowledge sharing

Skills and Experience

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience conducting assessments, interviews and information gathering
• Sound decision-making and analytical abilities
• A commitment to inclusive, accessible and person-centred practice
• Professionalism and the ability to manage sensitive information appropriately
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice
• Strong planning, organisation and prioritisation skills
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic environment
• Ability to interpret evidence and apply relevant policies and frameworks

Knowledge Requirements

• Disability and support needs assessment practices
• Relevant legislation and operational frameworks
• Person-centred planning and assessment processes
• Evidence interpretation and quality assessment methodologies
• Privacy, confidentiality and ethical practice requirements
• Digital systems and technology used to support assessment activities

Mandatory Qualifications

Candidates must provide evidence of one of the following qualifications within their CV submission:

Recognised Allied Health Qualifications

• Occupational Therapy
• Physiotherapy
• Speech Pathology
• Social Work
• Dietetics
• Exercise Physiology
• Rehabilitation Counselling
• Counselling
• Psychotherapy

Or Relevant Health Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Enrolled Nurse (EN)
• Clinicians with an Education Degree
• NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner

Highly Regarded

• Experience administering support needs assessments or similar person-centred assessment frameworks
• Accreditation or experience using the I-CAN Support Needs Assessment Tool

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 is recruiting for a Business Analyst with experience working on AI related projects to join our client on an initial 12-month fixed term contract.

• Large-scale generative AI adoption program
• July Start – Initial 12-month fixed term engagement
• Brisbane CBD location // Flexible hybrid working available

About the Role
We are supporting a large-scale generative AI adoption program, this initiative involves the deployment of advanced AI tools, including Microsoft 365 Copilot and a tailored AI assistant.

The Business Analyst (BA) will play a key role in analysis and delivery support across the program. You’ll partner with business leaders, ICT, and vendors to define needs, shape safe AI solutions, and ensure measurable benefits are realised across the system.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead discovery for AI-enabled use cases, including current-state mapping and problem statements.
• Elicit and document business, functional, and non-functional requirements (security, privacy, accessibility, performance).
• Define acceptance criteria and success measures (e.g., hours saved, adoption, usage).
• Facilitate options analysis and recommendations aligned to program strategy and ethical commitments.
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, and engineers to refine user stories and backlogs.
• Coordinate data readiness and AI content/prompt governance.
• Identify and manage AI-specific risks (bias, safeguarding, academic integrity, privacy).
• Support change, training, and communications, as well as pilots and phased rollouts.
• Plan and execute UAT; coordinate feedback loops with stakeholders.
• Track and report on benefits realisation to leadership.

About You
Essential skills & experience:

• Proven track record as a Business Analyst on digital, AI, data, or enterprise platform projects.
• Strong requirements engineering, process modelling, and facilitation skills.
• Practical knowledge of Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Copilot, Power Platform, Teams/SharePoint).
• Experience with UAT planning/execution and benefits measurement.
• Understanding of data privacy, information security, and responsible/ethical AI.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable:

• BA certification (IIBA ECBA/CCBA/CBAP or equivalent).
• Experience with service design, design thinking, or agile delivery.
• Familiarity with AI prompt/content governance.
• Experience in large, multi-site organisations and/or education sector.

Why Join?

• Be part of a pioneering generative AI program with global significance.
• Work in a collaborative environment with diverse stakeholders.
• Hybrid working arrangements with some on-site collaboration.
• Competitive fixed-term contract with the potential for career growth in AI transformation.

How to Apply:
To find out more, please “Apply for this job” or contact Jackson Bruce via email at jackson.bruce@talentinternational.com.
For a list of all vacant positions, please see our website www.talentinternational.com

Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, have been engaged to recruit a Tech Lead for a fast-growing Australian technology company operating at the intersection of fintech, payments and e-commerce.

This is an opportunity to join a high-performing engineering team where you’ll have genuine influence over technical direction, product decisions and engineering standards while remaining deeply hands-on.

Role Title: Tech Lead

Salary: $160,000 – $170,000 + Super

Location + WFH Flexibility: Sydney CBD | Hybrid Working (2-3 days in office)

Role Details:

As a senior member of the engineering team, you will play a key role in shaping architecture, reviewing code, mentoring engineers and delivering high-quality software across a modern technology stack.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you’ll spend approximately 50% of your time building software and 50% of your time driving engineering excellence through collaboration, design reviews and technical decision-making.

Working closely with founders, product and engineering teams, you’ll have the opportunity to solve complex technical challenges while helping scale a platform used by leading retail and consumer brands.

Key Responsibilities:

* Deliver production-grade features across the stack, with a strong focus on backend development

* Lead code reviews and establish best practices across the engineering function

* Contribute to architecture and system design discussions

* Collaborate closely with Product and Design teams to deliver customer-focused solutions

* Drive adoption of modern AI-assisted development practices and tooling

* Mentor junior engineers and help elevate technical standards

* Own projects end-to-end from design through deployment and optimisation

Required Skills & Experience:

* Proven experience as a Senior Software Engineer, Staff Engineer or Technical Lead

* Strong backend engineering expertise, ideally within Python-based environments

* Excellent Computer Science fundamentals including software design, algorithms and data structures

* Experience designing and building scalable production systems

* Strong code review and technical leadership capability

* Comfortable influencing technical direction and challenging ideas constructively

* Experience working in high-performing engineering environments

* Passion for leveraging AI tools to improve software development productivity and quality

Nice to Have:

* Experience with Python, Flask, FastAPI, React, React Native or TypeScript

* Experience with cloud-native or serverless architectures

* Strong SQL and database optimisation skills

* Exposure to e-commerce, payments or transactional platforms

* Experience working within recognised technology, product or data-driven organisations

Additional Details & Benefits:

* High-impact role within a growing technology business

* Opportunity to influence both technical and product strategy

* Potential equity participation

* Hybrid and flexible working environment

* Work directly with founders and senior stakeholders

* Modern engineering culture with strong adoption of AI development tools

* Collaborative, high-performing team environment

To Apply:

If this sounds like your next opportunity, please click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your resume. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, contact Talent International.

Talent International, a leading Australian recruitment firm, have been engaged by our long-standing client, an Australian-founded leader in data science and advanced analytics, to hire a Security Engineer – AI & ML Security.

This organisation is investing heavily in AI and building a practical, engineering-led AI security capability to support secure, large-scale adoption.

Role Details

Role Title: Security Engineer – AI & ML Security

Contract Length: Initial 12 month contract (highly likely to extend or convert to permanent)

Location: Eveleigh, Sydney (3 days in office – Tue-Thurs)

Start Date: ASAP

Interview Process: 2-stage (technical + behavioural)

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on security engineering role focused on securing real AI systems as they’re being built and rolled out across the business.

You’ll work closely with engineering and data teams to embed security into how things are developed and deployed – not sit on the sidelines writing policy.

You will:

• Work with teams to secure AI and application use cases as they’re designed and built
• Conduct threat modelling and identify practical risks across new features and systems
• Implement security controls and guardrails for AI tools (LLMs, internal platforms, ML pipelines)
• Embed security into CI/CD pipelines, cloud environments, and deployment workflows
• Contribute to the safe rollout of AI across the business
• Stay close to emerging risks and apply pragmatic, real-world security solutions

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone hands-on and technical, not purely strategic.

• Strong security engineering foundation (AppSec, cloud security, or similar)
• Experience working in DevOps / DevSecOps environments
• Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS or GCP)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and secure deployment practices
• Comfortable doing threat modelling (STRIDE or similar approaches)
• Exposure to AI is a bonus – interest in learning is more important

Why This Role

• Work on real AI systems, not theoretical security frameworks
• Strong focus on building and implementing, not just advising
• Be part of a major AI rollout across the business
• Access to modern tech stack and evolving AI tooling
• Strong engineering culture with close collaboration across teams
• Genuine work-life balance (no expectation beyond ~5pm)
• Clear pathway to a long-term / permanent opportunity

To Apply

If this sounds like your next opportunity or you would like to hear more, please apply now and submit your resume.

Technology & Cyber Security Career Opportunities
For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Candidates

Outback Talent is seeking Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who are interested in building a career in technology, cyber security, digital support, and defence-related technology pathways.

We work with government, defence, and enterprise organisations to help bridge the gap between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander talent and meaningful careers in technology.

These opportunities are ideal for people who are curious, motivated, and keen to learn. You do not need to have a formal IT qualification to apply. What matters most is your interest in technology, your willingness to develop new skills, and your desire to build a long-term career in the sector.

Some opportunities may also provide a pathway into government and defence environments, including roles that support candidates to understand security clearance requirements and prepare for work in secure settings.

About the Opportunities

We are looking for candidates interested in roles across the technology and cyber security domain, including:

• Cyber security support
• Application support
• Service desk and technical support
• Cloud and infrastructure support
• Systems administration
• Digital operations
• IT project support
• Governance, risk and compliance
• Entry-level and pathway technology roles
• Government and defence technology pathways

These roles may suit people who are already working in IT, studying technology, or looking to transition into the technology sector.

Support Beyond Placement

Outback Talent is not just here to match you with a role. We support candidates through the process and beyond placement, including helping you understand what to expect, preparing for interviews, navigating workplace environments, and building confidence as you step into government, defence, or enterprise technology settings.

You will have someone in your corner as you move through the process and settle into your role.

About You

You may be a good fit if you:

• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
• Have an interest in technology, cyber security, digital systems, government, or defence pathways
• Are willing to learn and develop new technical skills
• Enjoy solving problems and supporting others
• Can communicate clearly and work well in a team
• Are reliable, motivated, and open to feedback

How to Apply

Please send through your resume and a brief cover note telling us why you are interested in technology or cyber security, and what kind of role or career pathway you would like to explore.

Apply or contact Luther Borgas at luther.borgas@outbacktalent.com

We will be in touch over the next week to walk you through the process.

A leading Financial Services provider is seeking a Network Security Engineer with strong Arista experience to join their team on a permanent basis.

You will be joining a stable, collaborative team environment who manage the support, delivery and high availability of a number of critical core networks. In this fast-paced role you will be responsible for the support, configuration and troubleshooting of their fleet of Arista switches along with F5 load balancers (LTM, GTM, ASM etc) and Palo Alto firewalls across both BAU / Operations and project initiatives.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant vendor certifications (Cisco, Palo Alto or F5)
• Demonstrated network engineering delivery experience gained within large, complex environments with advanced knowledge of BGP and OSPF
• Proven experience supporting Arista routers and switches
• Advanced knowledge and experience designing, supporting and troubleshooting F5 (LTM, GTM, ASM, AFM, APM)
• Strong knowledge and experience supporting Palo Alto firewalls
• 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 and requires candidates to attend the office three days per week.

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

Our Client:

Our client is a globally recognised entertainment organisation operating at enterprise scale, with a strong focus on innovation, security, and continuous improvement. They operate across multiple regions, supporting complex infrastructure and a dynamic, evolving technology environment. You’ll be joining a high-performing global team where security and standardisation are key priorities.

The Role:

This is a hands-on Network Security Engineer role with global ownership of firewall and network security standards. You’ll take responsibility for reviewing, standardising, and scaling security configurations across multiple regions, while working closely with global stakeholders.

It’s a high-impact role where you’ll balance BAU and project work, contribute to new office deployments, and help shape the future of network security across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Standardise firewall configurations and security practices globally
• Design, deploy, and support Palo Alto firewall environments
• Define and maintain Network Access Control (NAC) strategy (Cisco ISE)
• Implement 802.1x and certificate-based authentication (PKI)
• Own and maintain security documentation, standards, and runbooks
• Ensure consistency across regions for deployments and configurations
• Support new office/network setups and infrastructure scaling
• Drive security logging, SIEM integration, and monitoring capability
• Act as escalation point for complex network security issues
• Collaborate with global engineering, SOC, and infrastructure teams
  

  Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years experience in network/security engineering
• Strong hands-on experience with Palo Alto firewalls
• Cisco networking background (routing/switching)
• Experience with NAC (Cisco ISE) and authentication protocols (802.1x)
• Exposure to PKI / certificate-based authentication
• Solid understanding of network security, segmentation, and Zero Trust
• Experience working in fast-paced, evolving environments
• Strong communication and documentation skills

  Nice to have:

• PCNSE, CCNP Security or similar certifications
• Experience with SIEM, logging, and security monitoring
  

  Benefits & Additional Information:

• Hybrid working – 3 days in office + Friday half-day & WFH
• Exposure to global teams across AU & US
• High-impact role with ownership and autonomy
• Work in a fast-paced, evolving environment with real influence
• Strong collaboration and learning opportunities within engineering teams
• Finish at 1pm every friday
  

  How to apply:

  If you’re looking for a role where you can step into a global environment, take ownership of network security architecture and work on meaningful security initiatives – this is a standout opportunity.

  Apply now or reach out to Sienna Coate Thompson at Talent International for a confidential chat.

A leading Financial Services organisation is seeking an experienced Principal Solution Architect with strong HR domain knowledge to join their team on a permanent basis.

Working within a high-performing Solution Architecture practice, you will partner closely with senior stakeholders across People, Corporate Affairs & Community (CAC), Technology and broader enterprise functions to drive strategic architecture outcomes across a large and complex environment.

This is a highly visible leadership role focused on shaping and delivering end-to-end technology solutions across key People & Culture initiatives spanning Talent Acquisition, Core HR, Payroll, Learning & Development, Employee Services, Workplace Relations and Digital Enablement. You will play a critical role in driving AI adoption, modernisation and transformation initiatives across the broader HR technology landscape.

Operating as a trusted advisor to the business, you will be responsible for defining and socialising architecture strategy, execution roadmaps and future-state solution designs aligned to enterprise objectives. You will also provide governance, architectural oversight and leadership across multiple transformation initiatives while mentoring and leading a team of Solution Architects.

This role requires a hands-on leader who combines strong enterprise architecture capability with exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills. You will work closely with senior executives and business leaders to support investment decisions, drive simplification initiatives and uplift organisational capability across Data & AI.

To be successful in this role, you will bring extensive Solution Architecture experience within large, complex enterprise environments together with strong exposure to HR and People & Culture domains. Experience designing and implementing enterprise Data & AI solutions within production environments will be highly regarded.

To be considered for this role you will need:

• Tertiary qualifications and/or relevant industry certifications (e.g. TOGAF)
• Extensive Solution Architecture leadership experience within large enterprise organisations
• Strong experience across HR, People & Culture or workforce-related technology domains with proven experience working with HR technology platforms and enterprise people systems
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale Data & AI solutions would be highly regarded
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication skills
• Experience partnering with executive-level business and technology stakeholders
• Strong people leadership capability with experience mentoring or leading architecture teams
• Experience driving simplification, modernisation and transformation initiatives
• Strong understanding of architecture governance, security, risk and compliance requirements
• The ability to navigate complex enterprise environments and manage competing stakeholder priorities
• A pragmatic and commercially focused approach to problem solving and decision making

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a major enterprise organisation undertaking significant investment across People, Data & AI and digital transformation initiatives. An attractive salary package, annual performance bonus and flexible hybrid working arrangements are on offer for the successful candidate.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply online.

Project Manager (Electrical & Communication – Defence)

About the Opportunity

Our client is expanding their Defence division and is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the delivery of large scale electrical installation and fit out projects across NSW. This is a growth hire, driven by an increasing pipeline of work within a nationally recognised Defence program.

The successful candidate will join a national team delivering multiple projects across Defence sites. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with Defence stakeholders and contribute to the ongoing growth of the business.

Australian Citizens are encouraged to apply, with sponsorship support available for obtaining security clearance where required. NV1 clearance is highly regarded.

The Role

You will manage 2-3 concurrent Defence projects while supporting the successful delivery of electrical installation, fit out, and building services works.

You will have regular client engagement and travel across project sites as required. All travel costs will be covered.

You will also play a key role in mentoring junior team members and supporting broader business growth initiatives within the Defence portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the end-to-end delivery of electrical installation and fit out projects
* Oversee project delivery from estimation and planning through to commissioning and handover
* Coordinate electricians, subcontractors, suppliers, procurement, and scheduling activities
* Prepare estimates, variations, and support tender submissions
* Monitor and revise project budgets, forecasts, and project performance
* Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
* Manage project commencement, stakeholder engagement, and site mobilisation activities
* Work collaboratively with Commonwealth stakeholders and Defence clients
* Support and mentor junior team members
* Assist in identifying and developing new business opportunities

Essential Requirements, Non Negotiable

To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must meet all of the below criteria:

* Australian Citizenship is mandatory
* Must be able to successfully pass a full Police Check and Defence related background screening
* Must have a hands-on Electrical background with trade qualifications
* Must have previous experience working as a Project Manager delivering electrical installation, fit out, construction, or building services projects
* Must have practical experience understanding, estimating, quoting, and managing electrical project delivery
* Experience managing electrical subcontractors, site teams, and project schedules is essential

Applications that do not align with the above requirements will not be considered.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate strong project management capability along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.

You will also bring:

* Previous experience delivering Defence, commercial construction, fit out, or large-scale electrical projects
* Strong understanding of electrical project delivery methodologies and site operations
* Experience managing multiple concurrent projects
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
* Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities
* The ability to manage workload priorities effectively under pressure
* A collaborative and professional approach with strong personal values and cultural fit

Background

Candidates will ideally come from an electrical contracting, construction, building services, or electrical fit out background.

Security Clearance

* NV1 clearance is preferred
* Australian Citizenship is required
* Sponsorship support for Defence clearance processes can be provided for suitable candidates

Working Arrangements

* Based in North Shore
* 1 day per week working from home
* On-site client engagement expected as part of the role

Silverwater, NSW | Hybrid working
Immediate start | Contract until December 2026
Strong potential to become permanent in January 2027
Monday to Friday | Minto site attendance 1 day per fortnight

Why this role stands out

Genuine contract-to-permanent opportunity
Start in a contract role through to the end of December 2026, with strong potential to convert to a permanent position in January 2027.

Hybrid flexibility with operational variety
You’ll be based out of Silverwater with hybrid working available, while staying connected to the operational workforce through regular site attendance, including Minto one day per fortnight.

Hands-on HR role with real business impact
This is a practical HR Business Partner role where you’ll work closely with operational leaders, support frontline teams and help managers navigate real people matters in a fair, commercial and consistent way.

About the business

Our client is a global technology organisation operating across road safety, transport and mobility services. They partner with government and commercial customers to deliver technology-led solutions that support safer, more efficient movement across communities.

The business operates in a highly regulated, operational environment and supports a large, field-based workforce across NSW.

The opportunity

This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR Business Partner who enjoys operational environments, employee relations and working closely with leaders who need practical, timely advice.

Based out of Silverwater with hybrid working available, you’ll support NSW operations across a large casual and field-based workforce. You’ll also work from the Minto location one day per fortnight, helping you stay connected to the teams you support.

The role covers a broad mix of employee relations, investigations, disciplinary matters, workforce planning, onboarding, HR operations, reporting, performance processes, employment documentation and contract administration.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll act as a trusted HR partner to operational leaders, supervisors and employees across NSW. The focus is on providing clear, practical and consistent HR support in a fast-moving workforce environment.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Advising managers and supervisors on employee relations matters, including conduct, performance, attendance, grievances and disciplinary issues
• Supporting and conducting workplace investigations
• Coaching leaders through difficult conversations, documentation and procedural fairness
• Supporting a large casual, shift-based and field-based workforce
• Preparing HR advice, correspondence, case notes, investigation summaries and disciplinary documentation
• Managing HR operations activity, including employee records, employment documentation, onboarding support, reporting and data integrity
• Using HR systems to support onboarding, employee updates, HR transactions and reporting
• Partnering with Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Safety, Compliance and Operations to resolve workforce matters
• Supporting cyclical HR activity, including performance reviews, engagement surveys, development planning and employee communications
• Identifying workforce trends, risks and opportunities for process improvement

What you’ll bring

You’ll suit this role if you’re a confident HR practitioner who can build trust quickly, give balanced advice and stay calm when dealing with sensitive or complex matters.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Experience in HR business partnering, employee relations or HR operations
• Strong experience managing ER matters such as investigations, disciplinary processes, grievances, attendance, performance and conduct issues
• Experience supporting casual, shift-based, field-based, multi-site or operational workforces
• Strong written communication skills, particularly around case notes, HR advice, correspondence and investigation documentation
• The confidence to coach managers through people issues in a clear and practical way
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information appropriately
• Experience using HR systems, with Workday experience highly regarded
• Strong stakeholder management skills across HR, Operations, Payroll, Safety, Compliance and Talent Acquisition

Experience in transport, infrastructure, field services, government services, logistics, outsourced services or another compliance-driven environment would be highly regarded.

What you’ll need

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience in HR, ideally across business partnering, employee relations or HR operations
• Relevant qualification in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, Employee Relations, Law or similar, or equivalent practical experience
• Full, unrestricted Australian driver’s licence
• Ability to work from the Minto location one day per fortnight
• Ability to travel occasionally to Melbourne and regional NSW depots
• Ability to complete required pre-employment and ongoing checks, including police checks, driving history checks, medical and fitness-for-work assessments

Why apply?

This role would suit an HRBP who likes being close to the action, someone who is comfortable supporting frontline leaders, enjoys ER and wants a role with variety, pace and impact.

You’ll be joining a well-established organisation with a strong operational footprint and a genuine opportunity for the role to become permanent in early 2027.

Apply now for a confidential discussion.