Senior PLATFORM ENGINEER

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The primary purpose of this role is to develop, support, and maintain SRO’s cloud infrastructure and platform systems – specifically relating to Oracle OCI, focusing on DevSecOps, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, cloud security and cloud operations. This includes contributing to design, proactive administration, availability and recovery planning, performance monitoring and tuning, capacity planning and security reviews, all using industry best practices.

Key relationships

• Product and Engineering Team, with Agile squads
• Network Services Team
• Cyber Security Team
• Project Delivery Managers
• Product Owners
• Service Operations Team Members
• Cloud Service Providers

Responsibilities

• Maintain a secure, stable, scalable, and highly available cloud environment.
• Serve as the key technical contact for SRO’s cloud service providers.
• Provide support and development services for SRO cloud environment and platforms, including day-to-day operations, maintenance, project build/support, troubleshooting, capacity management, systems integration, disaster recovery and business continuity processes.
• Provide third level support and development services for the SRO cloud environment.
• In conjunction with Network Specialists and Cyber Security team provide security and intrusion prevention/protection to SRO Cloud Services.
• Support technical innovation and efficiency through the implementation of agreed cloud technologies.
• Ensure cloud services are integrated with BTS operational monitoring systems and maintain reports on cloud performance, costs, capacity usage and capacity forecasts.
• Assist in the preparation of incident analysis and post implementation review reports to provide advice to senior management.

Key selection criteria

1. High level technical expertise in the support and monitoring of cloud infrastructure, demonstrated experience working with cloud computing and DevSecOps, in particular Oracle Cloud Infrastructure core components.
2. Demonstrated experience in general system administration, Unix/Linux administration and associated application support, monitoring/management products.
3. Demonstrated experience in and knowledge of cloud security practices.
4. Demonstrated high-level conceptual, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
5. Effective communication (written, verbal, and interpersonal) and negotiation skills, with the ability to prepare written reports, consult and communicate effectively, influence others, and manage relationships with key stakeholders.

Qualifications and training

Highly desirable

• Cloud computing orientated certifications such as Oracle OCI Practitioner, ISC(2) CCSP.
• Software development experience with DevOps practices
• Formal training in cloud computing products and services, cloud infrastructure/environment design and project management – ideally, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and related products.
• Tertiary qualification in Computer Science or relevant industry certifications and experience.

Senior Technical Specialist (Microsoft Dynamics CRM Developer)

About the role

As a Senior Technical Specialist, you will take on a pivotal role in supporting and maintaining the end-to-end technical requirements of the departments Microsoft Dynamics and Power Apps suite of applications. This position will provide technical design and delivery oversight/assistance; taking inputs from architecture, networks, security and other relevant domains, to support and maintain the operability of relevant systems. Your central objective will revolve around ensuring the delivery of cohesive and efficient business solutions that significantly contribute to the department’s objectives. 

You will actively engage in project and governance forums, working to seamlessly align business analysis with the overarching objectives of maintaining systems in accordance with business requirements. 

Key responsibilities

As the MS Dynamics CRM Developer, you will:

• Working with the key teams and individuals to maintain and support the core business functionality of the D365 environment. 
• Utilise business process modelling techniques to depict process flows and identify areas for enhancement. 
• Transforming business requirements into technical deliverables aligning with industry best practices, while managing cross stream dependencies. 
• Working with project teams to develop and prepare documentation such as technical requirements, workflows and acceptance criteria. 
• Provide support for users and perform troubleshooting, including root cause analysis of production issues and documenting resolutions.  
• Interpret requirements and develop software following the vision of team leadership and architectural design, while working against a product backlog in an agile development environment. 
• Build and nurture strong relationships to facilitate effective communication and stakeholder involvement to support requirements gathering, clarifying objectives, and managing expectations to guarantee the successful implementation of recommended solutions. 
• Contribute to initiatives that positively impact stakeholders within the VET domain. 

What we are looking for

We’re interested to learn about your unique journey and the valuable skills, knowledge and experience you bring to the table alongside the personal qualities that set you apart. If you are passionate about developing your capabilities and contributing positively to a team, we are looking for applicants like you for this position. We will assess your distinct attributes to see how they align with our role’s requirements:

• Technical Expertise: Extensive experience as a Dynamics 365 developer, including a proven track record of contributing to the delivery of complex business initiatives. 
• Strategic Alignment: Experience aligning technical delivery efforts with strategic objectives, ensuring that solutions support the overarching goals. 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams, departments, and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes. 
• Process Improvement: Demonstrated success in identifying and implementing process improvements, streamlining workflows, and enhancing operational efficiency. 
• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience engaging with stakeholders at various levels, managing expectations, and maintaining strong relationships to facilitate communication. 
• Decision Support: Track record of contributing to informed decision-making through clear and insightful analysis. 
• Delivery: Hands-on experience translating business requirements into actionable solutions, collaborating across teams to ensure successful implementation. 
• Documentation and Reporting: Proficiency in documenting analysis findings, requirements, and presenting them to stakeholders in clear and concise formats. 

Everyone in the department will role model leadership behaviours. This role requires the leadership capabilities of an Individual Contributor as outlined in the Leadership competencies for Queensland booklet.

Role requirements

• Previous experience (3+ years) in Microsoft Dynamics 365 ecosystem, Azure Pipelines and Power Apps Flows.
• Experience in developing Dynamics 365 solutions.
• Experience in integrating and consuming Azure platform services across components using Pipelines, Dataverse and Power Apps Flows.
• Experience in managing and contributing to projects, preferably within the context of digital transformation or modernisation initiatives.
• Comprehensive understanding of DevOps pipeline and release and environment management, within an Agile delivery environment.
• Proven high level negotiation, consultation, facilitation and effective written and oral communication skills for use in a complex program/project environment.
• Citizenship/visa: to be appointed to a position, you must be an Australian citizen, have permanent residency status or a visa permitting you to work in Australia.
• Disclosure of pre-existing condition: upon written request, an applicant is to disclose prior to their engagement any pre-existing illness or injury that could impact their ability to perform duties of the role or has potential to aggravate a pre-existing illness or injury. It is important to note, that false or misleading disclosure under section 571C of the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 will result in a prospective employee not being entitled to compensation or to seek damages for any event that aggravates the pre-existing injury or medical condition.

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The Department

By joining the Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET), you are joining a dynamic team committed to shaping and elevating Queensland’s workforce to meet the evolving needs of our industries, ensuring prosperity and agility in our economic landscape. We connect individuals with quality training and skills development, opening doors to new opportunities and economic participation. A career with the department means making a real difference – join us in building a skilled, adaptable, and vibrant workforce for Queensland.

You can find out more about what we do on our website.

The division

Corporate Services

The Corporate Services division leads the coordination of information and resources to support the efficient functioning of the Department. The Corporate Services division is comprised of the Executive Services, Strategic Communications, Legal Services, and Information and Communication Technology, and Corporate Services teams which includes Human Resources, Finance and Facilities, Procurement, and Strategy and Governance.

The team

The Digital Solutions team supports and maintains a complex range of systems supporting the Vocational Education and Training (VET) sector. This suite of systems is a complex legacy set of applications, spanning multiple database management systems and application technology platforms.

Focused activities have commenced, with the initiation of the VET Modernisation and Transformation (VMT) Program. The VMT Program is utilising the Microsoft ecosystem to modernise VET systems and deliver new solutions for DTET that reduce legacy risks and improve business outcomes and customer experiences. VMT Projects include:

• Training Contract Management
• Training Payment Management
• Training Reference Data and Systems
• Student Activity Management and Reporting
• Business Rules Decision Service
• VET Information Privacy and Security

All VMT Projects work together with stakeholders to leverage the latest Microsoft technologies (e.g. Power Platform, Dynamics 365, Dataverse and Data Lakes) and establish a modern VET technology platform.

The Digital Solutions Team provides technical support to the current suite of legacy applications while also supporting the VMT stream of activities.

Business unit size: 69

Team size: 24

Why you will like working here

At DTET, a healthy and respectful workplace is a core value. Our people are our strength, and we pride ourselves on a positive culture that values and respects the diversity of our team. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and empowered to contribute their best.

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Interested in applying?

To enable us to assess your suitability, your applications should include:

1. Tell us about your skills:

• Your current resume detailing your previous work or voluntary experience including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your conduct and performance over the past 2 years, or an appropriate period.
• We will use your resume to assess how well you meet ‘What are we looking for’ statements.

1. Tell us about you:

• Provide a short statement (of no more than one page) telling us why you are interested in this role and outlining what your motivation is to join us.
• This should not be a restatement of your resume and does not require you to address the ‘What are we looking for’ statements. The short statement is your opportunity to tell us about yourself, what you will bring to the role and what you will get out of it.

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   What happens after you apply?

• Pre-employment checks, including referee checks, will be undertaken prior to any offer of employment. This may include criminal history checks and serious discipline history checks if applicable.
• Proof of eligibility for employment (for example, residency).

1. Additional information 

• DTET is committed to facilitating flexibility in employment arrangements that support employees to achieve a balance between professional and personal demands, whilst ensuring operational requirements are met. 

Senior Technical Specialist (Microsoft Power Platform Developer)

About the role

The Senior Technical Specialist will take the lead in developing the Training Activity Management (TAM) User Interface, leveraging the Microsoft Power Platform. This position will provide technical design and delivery, taking inputs from architecture, business analysts, data governance, security and other relevant domains, to support the delivery of the new solution.

As Senior Technical Specialist you will be a key member of the Training Activity Management (TAM) Project. The TAM Project is responsible for the replacement of a legacy core system that processes, validates and reports on training activity data received from QLD Training Organisations.

The successful candidate has a passion for successful delivery and will leverage their expertise of the Microsoft Power Platform, to design and develop a scalable, efficient and intuitive interface, that integrates with DTET’s Microsoft ecosystem.

Key responsibilities

• As the Senior Technical Specialist (MS Power Platform Developer), you will be responsible for: Lead and facilitate the design, development, testing, documentation, deployment and customisation of the Training Activity Management (TAM) Power Platform solution, tailored to business requirements.
• Integrate Power Apps with Dataverse, OneLake using Microsoft Fabric connectors, APIs and other custom connectors, including integration with Azure DevOps.
• Create data visualisations and embed Power BI analytics into Power Apps for real-time insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, data engineers and IT professionals to design and maintain effective data models, transform and optimise data flows to ensure efficient retrieval and application performance.
• Create technical prototypes, wireframes and documentation to enable translation of business requirements into functional designs.
• Ensure solutions are secure, scalable and compliant with organisational security policies, data governance standards, and Microsoft best practices.
• Ensure quality, reliability and performance of solutions, through development and execution of testing artefacts, including unit and integration tests.
• Provide support for Subject Matter Experts and perform troubleshooting, including root cause analysis and document resolutions.

What we are looking for

We’ll assess your suitability for this role by looking at what you’ve done previously – the knowledge, skills and experience you’ve built, your potential for development, and your personal qualities. The position requires an applicant who can demonstrate or has:

• Technical Expertise: Extensive experience as a Microsoft Power Platform developer, including user centric designs, with a proven track record of contributing to the delivery of complex business initiatives.

• Problem Solving Abilities: The capability to analyse problems, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions to overcome obstacles and ensure project success.
• Strategic Alignment: Experience aligning technical delivery efforts with strategic objectives, ensuring that solutions support the overarching goals.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication: Proven ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.
• Delivery: Hands-on experience translating business requirements into actionable solutions, collaborating across teams to ensure successful implementation.
• Agile and DevOps Experience: Demonstrated experience with applying Agile methodologies to Power Platform development practices, and Azure DevOps for development of CI/CD pipelines.
• Adaptability and Resilience: The flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements, priorities, and timelines, coupled with resilience to navigate challenges and setbacks effectively.
• Decision Support: Track record of contributing to informed decision-making through clear and insightful analysis.
• Process Improvement: Demonstrated success in identifying and implementing process improvements, user-centric designs, streamlining workflows to reduce time to delivery, and enhancing operational efficiency.
• Documentation and Reporting: Proficiency in documenting analysis findings, requirements, technical configurations, workflows and solution designs to support ongoing maintenance and knowledge sharing with stakeholders, in clear and concise formats.

Everyone in the department will role model leadership behaviours. This role requires the leadership capabilities of an Individual Contributor as outlined in the Leadership competencies for Queensland booklet.

Role requirements

• Previous experience (3+ years) in Microsoft Power Platform and associated ecosystem, Azure Pipelines/Fabric and Power Apps Flows. Microsoft certification, such as Power Platform Developer Associate or Azure certifications, are highly desirable.
• Experience in integrating and consuming Azure platform services across components using Pipelines, Dataverse, Fabric and Power Apps Flows.
• Comprehensive understanding of Azure DevOps pipelines, release and environment management, within an Agile delivery environment.
• Proven high level negotiation, consultation, facilitation and effective written and oral communication skills for use in a complex program/project environment.
• Citizenship/visa: to be appointed to a position, you must be an Australian citizen, have permanent residency status or a visa permitting you to work in Australia.
• Disclosure of pre-existing condition: upon written request, an applicant is to disclose prior to their engagement any pre-existing illness or injury that could impact their ability to perform duties of the role or has potential to aggravate a pre-existing illness or injury. It is important to note, that false or misleading disclosure under section 571C of the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003 will result in a prospective employee not being entitled to compensation or to seek damages for any event that aggravates the pre-existing injury or medical condition.

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The Department

By joining the Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET), you are joining a dynamic team committed to shaping and elevating Queensland’s workforce to meet the evolving needs of our industries, ensuring prosperity and agility in our economic landscape. We connect individuals with quality training and skills development, opening doors to new opportunities and economic participation. A career with the department means making a real difference – join us in building a skilled, adaptable, and vibrant workforce for Queensland.

You can find out more about what we do on our website.

The division

Corporate Services

The Corporate Services division leads the coordination of information and resources to support the efficient functioning of the Department. The Corporate Services division is comprised of the Executive Services, Strategic Communications, Legal Services, and Information and Communication Technology, and Corporate Services teams which includes Human Resources, Finance and Facilities, Procurement, and Strategy and Governance.

The team

The VET Modernisation and Transformation (VMT) Program team has been established to commence replacement of the Vocational Education and Training (VET) Systems.

This suite of systems is a complex legacy set of applications, spanning multiple database management systems and application technology platforms.

The VMT Program will utilise the Microsoft ecosystem to modernise VET systems and deliver new solutions for DTET, which will reduce legacy risks and improve business outcomes and customer experiences. VMT Projects include:

• Training Contract Management (TCM Project)
• Training Payment Management (TPM Project)
• Training Reference Data and Systems (TRS Project)
• Training Activity Management (TAM Project)
• Business Rules and Decision Service (BRDS Project)
• VET Information Privacy and Security (VIPS Project)

All VMT Projects work together with stakeholders to leverage the latest Microsoft technologies (e.g. Power Platform, Dynamics 365, Dataverse, Fabric and Data Lakes) and establish a modern VET technology platform.

You will be working with a focused team of professionals with a broad range of experience in delivery of ICT projects and programs. It is an energised team that enjoys working together to deliver a modern digital platform for its stakeholders.

Reports to: Director, Digital Solutions

Business unit size: 69

Team size: 30

Why you will like working here

At DTET, a healthy and respectful workplace is a core value. Our people are our strength, and we pride ourselves on a positive culture that values and respects the diversity of our team. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued and empowered to contribute their best.

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Interested in applying?

To enable us to assess your suitability, your applications should include:

1. Tell us about your skills:

• Your current resume detailing your previous work or voluntary experience including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your conduct and performance over the past 2 years, or an appropriate period.
• We will use your resume to assess how well you meet ‘What are we looking for’ statements.

1. Tell us about you:

• Provide a short statement (of no more than one page) telling us why you are interested in this role and outlining what your motivation is to join us.
• This should not be a restatement of your resume and does not require you to address the ‘What are we looking for’ statements. The short statement is your opportunity to tell us about yourself, what you will bring to the role and what you will get out of it.

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3. What happens after you apply?

• Pre-employment checks, including referee checks, will be undertaken prior to any offer of employment. This may include criminal history checks and serious discipline history checks if applicable.
• Proof of eligibility for employment (for example, residency).

1. Additional information 

• DTET is committed to facilitating flexibility in employment arrangements that support employees to achieve a balance between professional and personal demands, whilst ensuring operational requirements are met. 

Talent Street are looking for a Senior Communications Advisor (A06) for one of our large QLD State Government clients to join their Communications team across all areas of their business within the North Coast Region. 

Duration: 10/03/2025 to 28/01/2028 

The current candidate pay range for this position is AO6.1 - $77.02 AO6.2 - $78.82 AO6.3 - $80.62 AO6.4 - $82.40 + 11.5% superannuation

The Communications Advisor will join the Stakeholder Management team is responsible for providing high-level communication advice and support to all areas of the business within North Coast Region and is based in the North Coast Region.

Description:

In the role of Senior Communications Advisor, you will act as the primary point of contact for several projects and lead and implement communication and engagement activities within the North Coast Region.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing complex stakeholder engagement strategies that are inclusive and innovative and delivers on our commitment of genuine engagement on our program. You will manage the priorities, workload and deliverables for projects and ensure critical deadlines and priorities are met. As a senior practitioner you will support with the delivery of timely and high-quality executive correspondence, issues management, stakeholder relationship management, public affairs, and media relations. You will work with a diverse and highly engaged communities and stakeholders in the context of transport planning.

Accountabilities will include:
• Lead, manage, coordinate and draft executive correspondence, community relations and community engagement for projects.
• Develop a range of communication and engagement strategies and activities for projects within the North Coast Region.
• Set and manage the direction for engagement strategies and look for innovative ways to engage different stakeholders.
• Partner with key internal business units to provide strategic communications advice and solutions to meet project objectives.
• Develop communication and engagement materials to execute over a range of internal and external channels including social media, website, online engagement platform, public facing advertising etc.
• Identify opportunities for media and develop proactive media strategies and plans including key messages, media statements and media enquiry responses.
• Provide on-the-ground support during key communication and engagement events, such as public information sessions.
• Monitor and identify key reputational issues and/or risks and develop responses/strategies to mitigate risks.
• Coordinate and manage external contractors/consultant communications teams working on projects.
• Maintain strong relationships and collaborate with project teams to support the successful delivery of communication and engagement services.
• Ability to navigate complex political environments, staying informed of current government priorities and sensitivities while maintaining impartiality.
• Ensure appropriate governance frameworks are maintained and adhered to in order to monitor compliance with policy, legislation, regulations, standards and procedures.
• Provide support, training, advice and support to regional staff, consultants to enhance communication skills for delivery projects and initiatives.

Key Challenges
• Translating complex information into clear and simple concepts that meet stakeholder information needs.
• Developing communication strategies in an environment of competing priorities and often conflicting views and interests of multiple stakeholders, to enhance their experience and perception of the Client.
• Responding to emerging urgent matters and quickly synthesise and deal with issues with multiple competing projects and tight deadlines.

Essential criteria
• Minimum five years’ experience in working in the stakeholder engagement space focusing with a strong focus on the community.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships and manage a diversity of stakeholders.
• Ability to analyse problems and work collaboratively to deliver mutually agreed solutions.
• Provide skills in planning, organisation and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication and active listening skills.
• Capacity to work flexibly, including weekends and evenings as well as on site.
• A political awareness

Desirable criteria
• A tertiary qualification, preferably in communications and engagement accreditations.
• A knowledge of public sector processes and regulatory systems and how government works would be beneficial.
• Experience within the infrastructure or construction industry or similar.
• Understanding of Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia framework and how it applies to infrastructure projects. Preferably Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional qualification (however, this is not mandatory).
• IAP2 certified or willing to attain certification at own cost.
• Experience in a strategic communication or community engagement role in an environment dealing with major infrastructure projects, particularly in the transport or civil engineering sector, will be highly regarded.

WORKING HOURS - 
Maximum of 38 hours per week Monday to Friday between 6am and 6pm on agreed office days and between 6am and 10pm on agreed remote working days under implemented FWA up to 50% based on business needs after a probationary period. Maximum of 9.5 hours per day paid at a flat rate in a 5-day week during Business Hours as stated above, unless overtime is otherwise agreed by the Customer in advance and in writing. Any timesheet submitted with overtime listed will not be permitted unless prior approval by the Contractors Line Manager.

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the delivery of large-scale, complex IM/ICT projects within the healthcare sector. You will lead project teams, ensure compliance with project management methodologies, and drive stakeholder engagement to achieve successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the planning, execution, and completion of complex IM/ICT projects in alignment with Government methodologies.
• Promote and implement best-practice project management techniques, including risk management, benefits realisation, and issue resolution.
• Monitor and report project performance against timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams to ensure effective collaboration and capability development.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement, ensuring clear communication and effective business change adoption.

About You

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• Proven experience managing large-scale IM/ICT or data-driven projects, preferably in the healthcare sector.
• Strong stakeholder relationship management skills with the ability to influence key decision-makers.
• Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2) and best-practice techniques.
• Excellent negotiation, consultation, and communication skills for working in a complex project environment.
• Experience in leading, managing, and mentoring multi-disciplinary teams.

The Benefits

This contract role offers a daily rate between $950 - $1,200, running through to 30 June 2025, with flexible working arrangements. The role is based at The Precinct, Fortitude Valley, with a requirement for 2-3 days in the office per week (including a team day on Friday).

About the Company

Our client, a large State Government department, is seeking an experienced Project Manager for an exciting contract opportunity. This role offers the chance to contribute to high-value digital initiatives and lead projects that drive meaningful improvements in healthcare service delivery.

Next Steps

To apply, click the link and upload your resume in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx). For a confidential discussion, please contact Oliver Roffey at oroffey@talentstreet.com.au.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Monday, 3rd February 2025