- Project Officer - Governance (APS5)Position Type: Full-Time, Contracted roleLocations: Chatswood or BankstownPay rate: $55.24ph + superASAP Start until end of December with strong potential for further extensionsEligibility Criteria: Australian Citizens onlyAbout the RoleAs an APS5 Project Officer, you will be operating with a degree of autonomy under broad direction, you will keep the wheels turning by delivering high-quality governance and administrativeProject Officer - Governance (APS5)Position Type: Full-Time, Contracted roleLocations: Chatswood or BankstownPay rate: $55.24ph + superASAP Start until end of December with strong potential for further extensionsEligibility Criteria: Australian Citizens onlyAbout the RoleAs an APS5 Project Officer, you will be operating with a degree of autonomy under broad direction, you will keep the wheels turning by delivering high-quality governance and administrative
- Senior Project Officer - Governance (APS6)Position Type: Full-Time, Contracted roleLocations: Chatswood or BankstownPay rate: $60.26ph + superASAP Start until end of December with strong potential for further extensionsEligibility Criteria: Australian Citizens onlyAbout the RoleAs an APS6 Project Officer, you will be operating in a fast-paced and complex executive environment, you will lead the coordination of governance processes, provide well-researchedSenior Project Officer - Governance (APS6)Position Type: Full-Time, Contracted roleLocations: Chatswood or BankstownPay rate: $60.26ph + superASAP Start until end of December with strong potential for further extensionsEligibility Criteria: Australian Citizens onlyAbout the RoleAs an APS6 Project Officer, you will be operating in a fast-paced and complex executive environment, you will lead the coordination of governance processes, provide well-researched
- EL2 Director Policy & StrategyShape National PolicyStrategic Leadership Role, Disability SectorFederal Government Contract, $754.20/dayAre you a strategic professional with extensive leadership skills and the ability to drive critical, high profile policy reform to achieve optimal outcomes on a national scale? I am currently partnering with a key client in the disability sector with an exciting and specialised role of Director - Policy and Strategy (EL2EL2 Director Policy & StrategyShape National PolicyStrategic Leadership Role, Disability SectorFederal Government Contract, $754.20/dayAre you a strategic professional with extensive leadership skills and the ability to drive critical, high profile policy reform to achieve optimal outcomes on a national scale? I am currently partnering with a key client in the disability sector with an exciting and specialised role of Director - Policy and Strategy (EL2
- Project Officer – Governance (APS6 Equivalent)Hourly Rate: $60.26 per hour + Super Work Type: Full-Time, Contract (Labour Hire) Duration: Initial contract until 31st December 2026 + view to extend Location: Wollongong OfficeAbout the OrganisationThis prominent federal government agency is responsible for delivering a major national social reform scheme designed to support Australians living with significant and permanent disabilities. Operating with a huProject Officer – Governance (APS6 Equivalent)Hourly Rate: $60.26 per hour + Super Work Type: Full-Time, Contract (Labour Hire) Duration: Initial contract until 31st December 2026 + view to extend Location: Wollongong OfficeAbout the OrganisationThis prominent federal government agency is responsible for delivering a major national social reform scheme designed to support Australians living with significant and permanent disabilities. Operating with a hu
- Randstad are proud to currently be partnering with a large State Government Department in recruiting an A03 Business Support Officer. This role is based in Brisbane South. The contract is 3 Months with potential for extension. This is a great opportunity to kick start your Public Sector career and develop fundamental skills in a supportive team.Your new roleYour duties will be tasks including but not limited to…Providing high level of administration supporRandstad are proud to currently be partnering with a large State Government Department in recruiting an A03 Business Support Officer. This role is based in Brisbane South. The contract is 3 Months with potential for extension. This is a great opportunity to kick start your Public Sector career and develop fundamental skills in a supportive team.Your new roleYour duties will be tasks including but not limited to…Providing high level of administration suppor
- APS 5 Intranet OfficerLocation: Geelong & Richmond (Hybrid working arrangements)Contract Length: 6-month contract with extensions highly likelyEligibility: Must be an Australian CitizenAbout the RoleAs an APS5 Intranet Officer, you will join a dynamic internal communications team during a period of significant change as the agency redevelops its intranet. You will play a pivotal role in supporting various business areas to maintain, update, and improve conAPS 5 Intranet OfficerLocation: Geelong & Richmond (Hybrid working arrangements)Contract Length: 6-month contract with extensions highly likelyEligibility: Must be an Australian CitizenAbout the RoleAs an APS5 Intranet Officer, you will join a dynamic internal communications team during a period of significant change as the agency redevelops its intranet. You will play a pivotal role in supporting various business areas to maintain, update, and improve con
- Randstad is currently recruiting for an AO5 Advisor (Governance) to work with the State Government on a number of major infrastructure projects based on the Gold Coast.In this position, you will provide high-level advice, guidance, and data analysis across the region to actively support the governance structure for major projects. You will act as a key support to leadership teams, steering committees, and program boards, ensuring project performance, complRandstad is currently recruiting for an AO5 Advisor (Governance) to work with the State Government on a number of major infrastructure projects based on the Gold Coast.In this position, you will provide high-level advice, guidance, and data analysis across the region to actively support the governance structure for major projects. You will act as a key support to leadership teams, steering committees, and program boards, ensuring project performance, compl
- About the OpportunitiesAre you an experienced project professional looking for your next challenge in the public sector?At Randstad, we partner closely with major WA State Government departments across the Perth CBD.We are currently experiencing a high demand for experienced Project Officers for multiple projects across the Perth Metro Area. By registering your interest with Randstad, you gain direct access to unadvertised contract roles that contribute toAbout the OpportunitiesAre you an experienced project professional looking for your next challenge in the public sector?At Randstad, we partner closely with major WA State Government departments across the Perth CBD.We are currently experiencing a high demand for experienced Project Officers for multiple projects across the Perth Metro Area. By registering your interest with Randstad, you gain direct access to unadvertised contract roles that contribute to
- Workforce Planning Specialist (APS6 / EL1 Equivalent)Location: Melbourne, Canberra, or Geelong (Highly Desirable) | Sydney (Penrith/Parramatta), Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Darwin also consideredContract Term: 6 months (with a 6-month extension option)Proposed Dates: 22 June 2026 – 4 December 2026Security Clearance: Baseline (or eligibility to obtain)Hourly Rate: Competitive contract rates, dependent on experience and equivalent levelAbout the RoleWe are seWorkforce Planning Specialist (APS6 / EL1 Equivalent)Location: Melbourne, Canberra, or Geelong (Highly Desirable) | Sydney (Penrith/Parramatta), Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Darwin also consideredContract Term: 6 months (with a 6-month extension option)Proposed Dates: 22 June 2026 – 4 December 2026Security Clearance: Baseline (or eligibility to obtain)Hourly Rate: Competitive contract rates, dependent on experience and equivalent levelAbout the RoleWe are se
- The Executive Assistant provides high-level, confidential administrative and executive support to a senior leader or team. This role is responsible for managing a demanding and complex workload in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the executive office.Key ResponsibilitiesProactively manage the executive's diary, including scheduling meetings, organising travel, and screening all incoming calls and correspondence.PrThe Executive Assistant provides high-level, confidential administrative and executive support to a senior leader or team. This role is responsible for managing a demanding and complex workload in a fast-paced environment, ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the executive office.Key ResponsibilitiesProactively manage the executive's diary, including scheduling meetings, organising travel, and screening all incoming calls and correspondence.Pr
- Randstad is seeking a motivated Product Support Officer to join a critical service delivery provider dedicated to maintaining city safety and infrastructure. This role is vital in providing high-quality, customer-focused business support and correspondence services to help meet essential community objectives. Your New RoleBased at Eagle Farm, you will facilitate a range of administrative activities for a busy operational team. Your primary focus will be prRandstad is seeking a motivated Product Support Officer to join a critical service delivery provider dedicated to maintaining city safety and infrastructure. This role is vital in providing high-quality, customer-focused business support and correspondence services to help meet essential community objectives. Your New RoleBased at Eagle Farm, you will facilitate a range of administrative activities for a busy operational team. Your primary focus will be pr
- Randstad is searching for a skilled and accomplished Lead Business Analyst who possesses a keen eye for detail and excels in their field. This role requires the ability to build and sustain strong relationships. Our collaborative department is in need of an enthusiastic individual who embraces challenges and is committed to making a positive impact for the WA state government sector.About your new roleThe Lead Business Analyst will be responsible for driviRandstad is searching for a skilled and accomplished Lead Business Analyst who possesses a keen eye for detail and excels in their field. This role requires the ability to build and sustain strong relationships. Our collaborative department is in need of an enthusiastic individual who embraces challenges and is committed to making a positive impact for the WA state government sector.About your new roleThe Lead Business Analyst will be responsible for drivi
- Senior Education and Skills Adviser (EL1 / EL2 Equivalent)Pay Rate: $100 – $137 per hour + superLocation: Canberra, ACT ( Hybrid), remote work may be consideredContract Length: 2-year initial contract starting July 2026, potential extension for an additional 2 yearsWork Type: Full-time or Part-time Security Clearance: Baseline clearance required; NV1 preferred About the OrganisationRandstad is proud to partner with this prominent Federal Government agencySenior Education and Skills Adviser (EL1 / EL2 Equivalent)Pay Rate: $100 – $137 per hour + superLocation: Canberra, ACT ( Hybrid), remote work may be consideredContract Length: 2-year initial contract starting July 2026, potential extension for an additional 2 yearsWork Type: Full-time or Part-time Security Clearance: Baseline clearance required; NV1 preferred About the OrganisationRandstad is proud to partner with this prominent Federal Government agency
- APS3 Participant Support OfficerAre you passionate about making a genuine difference in your community? We are seeking empathetic, driven, and customer-focused individuals to join a Federal Government Agency. As an APS3 Participant Support Officer, you will be the welcoming face and voice of the organisation, providing crucial front line support.The DetailsStart date: ASAPContract length: Until December 31st (Possible extension)Hourly Rate: $37.36 + SuperLAPS3 Participant Support OfficerAre you passionate about making a genuine difference in your community? We are seeking empathetic, driven, and customer-focused individuals to join a Federal Government Agency. As an APS3 Participant Support Officer, you will be the welcoming face and voice of the organisation, providing crucial front line support.The DetailsStart date: ASAPContract length: Until December 31st (Possible extension)Hourly Rate: $37.36 + SuperL
- July 2026 to June 2027Canberra basedAustralian Citizens ONLY Baseline clearance required Randstad Digital (Formerly Finite Recruitment)Randstad Digital was announced on August 30, 2023, under the umbrella of Randstad, the world's largest talent company and a partner of choice to clients. Our 46,000 employees around the world make a positive impact on society by helping people to realize their true potential throughout their working life. In 2022, in our 39July 2026 to June 2027Canberra basedAustralian Citizens ONLY Baseline clearance required Randstad Digital (Formerly Finite Recruitment)Randstad Digital was announced on August 30, 2023, under the umbrella of Randstad, the world's largest talent company and a partner of choice to clients. Our 46,000 employees around the world make a positive impact on society by helping people to realize their true potential throughout their working life. In 2022, in our 39
- Position Description: Senior Project Advisor (Business Transformation)Role PurposeThe Senior Project Advisor is a strategic lead focused on driving business improvement, process optimisation, and operational excellence. You will diagnose inefficiencies, redesign workflows, and implement scalable systems that enhance how the organisation delivers its core initiatives.Key Responsibilities1. Business Process Improvement & DeliveryLead the end-to-end lifecyclePosition Description: Senior Project Advisor (Business Transformation)Role PurposeThe Senior Project Advisor is a strategic lead focused on driving business improvement, process optimisation, and operational excellence. You will diagnose inefficiencies, redesign workflows, and implement scalable systems that enhance how the organisation delivers its core initiatives.Key Responsibilities1. Business Process Improvement & DeliveryLead the end-to-end lifecycle
- The Senior Administration Officer plays a pivotal role, managing complex workflows and providing high level support within a busy office environment.Key ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will take ownership of administrative duties, from initial file creation to Executive level support. Workflow & File Management: Creating and maintaining physical and digital files to ensure a smooth, logical workflow across the Department.Data & Correspondence: Managing tThe Senior Administration Officer plays a pivotal role, managing complex workflows and providing high level support within a busy office environment.Key ResponsibilitiesIn this role, you will take ownership of administrative duties, from initial file creation to Executive level support. Workflow & File Management: Creating and maintaining physical and digital files to ensure a smooth, logical workflow across the Department.Data & Correspondence: Managing t
- Randstad is partnering with a Federal Government Agency to recruit an EL1 Assistant Director - Strategic Pricing position. This role is critical in delivering robust economic research and pricing policy to ensure the sustainability of the human services market.Assignment OverviewPay Rate: $602.55 per day (excluding super).Location: Flexible / National. Candidates can be based in Tasmania, with access to offices nationally and flexible hybrid working arrangRandstad is partnering with a Federal Government Agency to recruit an EL1 Assistant Director - Strategic Pricing position. This role is critical in delivering robust economic research and pricing policy to ensure the sustainability of the human services market.Assignment OverviewPay Rate: $602.55 per day (excluding super).Location: Flexible / National. Candidates can be based in Tasmania, with access to offices nationally and flexible hybrid working arrang
- Randstad is partnering with a Federal Government Agency to recruit for two EL1 Assistant Director – Strategic Pricing positions. These roles are critical in delivering robust economic research and pricing policy to ensure the sustainability of the human services market.Assignment OverviewPay Rate: $602.55 per day (excluding super).Location: Flexible / National. Candidates can be based in Richmond, Geelong, or NSW, with access to offices nationally and flexRandstad is partnering with a Federal Government Agency to recruit for two EL1 Assistant Director – Strategic Pricing positions. These roles are critical in delivering robust economic research and pricing policy to ensure the sustainability of the human services market.Assignment OverviewPay Rate: $602.55 per day (excluding super).Location: Flexible / National. Candidates can be based in Richmond, Geelong, or NSW, with access to offices nationally and flex
- About the OpportunityRandstad has partnered with a high-profile government department to recruit a Procurement and Contracts Manager – Infrastructure. Based in Perth, this role is pivotal to delivering facilities management (FM) and public works projects.You will manage end-to-end procurement and contract administration within a fast-paced environment, ensuring strict compliance with government procurement rules, legislative acts, and organizational policiAbout the OpportunityRandstad has partnered with a high-profile government department to recruit a Procurement and Contracts Manager – Infrastructure. Based in Perth, this role is pivotal to delivering facilities management (FM) and public works projects.You will manage end-to-end procurement and contract administration within a fast-paced environment, ensuring strict compliance with government procurement rules, legislative acts, and organizational polici
- APS6 Data AnalystThe APS6 Data Analyst delivers high-quality analysis and technical advice to resolve complex problems. In this team leadership role, you will hold delegated authority to manage risks, oversee resource planning, and drive performance management within your work area. Additionally, you will coordinate strategic planning and project management initiatives that support the agency’s core objectivesDetailsStart: ASAPContract Term: Initial contraAPS6 Data AnalystThe APS6 Data Analyst delivers high-quality analysis and technical advice to resolve complex problems. In this team leadership role, you will hold delegated authority to manage risks, oversee resource planning, and drive performance management within your work area. Additionally, you will coordinate strategic planning and project management initiatives that support the agency’s core objectivesDetailsStart: ASAPContract Term: Initial contra
- We are seeking a Manager, Risk and Assurance to join a purpose-driven organisation at the forefront of the energy transition. Reporting directly to the Director, Risk and Assurance, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance frameworks and coordinating assurance activities across the organisation. Unlike a traditional APS agency, we operate with a culture more akin to the private sector, fast-paced, innovative, and impactful.The RoleThis isn'We are seeking a Manager, Risk and Assurance to join a purpose-driven organisation at the forefront of the energy transition. Reporting directly to the Director, Risk and Assurance, you will play a pivotal role in strengthening governance frameworks and coordinating assurance activities across the organisation. Unlike a traditional APS agency, we operate with a culture more akin to the private sector, fast-paced, innovative, and impactful.The RoleThis isn'
- About the role: APS6 WHS & Wellbeing AdvisorLocation: Canberra Start Date: ASAPEngagement Type: Labour hireContract Length: 6 months with possibility of an extensionPay: $65 - $75 per hour + super Hours: Full-time (38.0 hours per week)About the team: The People team is a multi-functional Human Resource (HR) team supporting our client/ the Agency to achieve its strategic objectives through the delivery of high-quality, client-focused HR services. As a smaAbout the role: APS6 WHS & Wellbeing AdvisorLocation: Canberra Start Date: ASAPEngagement Type: Labour hireContract Length: 6 months with possibility of an extensionPay: $65 - $75 per hour + super Hours: Full-time (38.0 hours per week)About the team: The People team is a multi-functional Human Resource (HR) team supporting our client/ the Agency to achieve its strategic objectives through the delivery of high-quality, client-focused HR services. As a sma
- EL1 Assistant Director Strategic PricingThe OpportunityAre you a senior economist or policy professional who wants to make an impact on a national scale by reviewing and safeguarding economic frameworks? We are looking for an EL1 Assistant Director of Strategic Pricing to lead high-impact work and deliver economic research and analysis that supports evidence-based decision-making on complex pricing policy. This is a critical role within the Economics andEL1 Assistant Director Strategic PricingThe OpportunityAre you a senior economist or policy professional who wants to make an impact on a national scale by reviewing and safeguarding economic frameworks? We are looking for an EL1 Assistant Director of Strategic Pricing to lead high-impact work and deliver economic research and analysis that supports evidence-based decision-making on complex pricing policy. This is a critical role within the Economics and
- About the role: APS4 People Advisor Location: National (Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, or Melbourne) Start Date: ASAPEngagement Type: Labour hireContract Length: 6 months with possibility of an extensionPay: $40 - $45 per hour + super Hours: Full-time (38.0 hours per week)About the team: The People team is a multi-functional Human Resource (HR) team supporting our client/The Agency to achieve its strategic objectives through the delivery of high-quality, cAbout the role: APS4 People Advisor Location: National (Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, or Melbourne) Start Date: ASAPEngagement Type: Labour hireContract Length: 6 months with possibility of an extensionPay: $40 - $45 per hour + super Hours: Full-time (38.0 hours per week)About the team: The People team is a multi-functional Human Resource (HR) team supporting our client/The Agency to achieve its strategic objectives through the delivery of high-quality, c
- About the role: APS6 Senior HR AdvisorLocation: National (Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, or Melbourne) Start Date: ASAPEngagement Type: Labour hireContract Length: 3-6 months with possibility of an extensionPay: $65 - $75 per hour + super Hours: Full-time (38.0 hours per week)About you:As a key member of the People team, you will contribute to the effective delivery of HR reporting and support workforce planning and strategy initiatives, including the implAbout the role: APS6 Senior HR AdvisorLocation: National (Canberra, Sydney, Brisbane, or Melbourne) Start Date: ASAPEngagement Type: Labour hireContract Length: 3-6 months with possibility of an extensionPay: $65 - $75 per hour + super Hours: Full-time (38.0 hours per week)About you:As a key member of the People team, you will contribute to the effective delivery of HR reporting and support workforce planning and strategy initiatives, including the impl
- Job Title : APS6 Project ManagerLocation: Greenway, ACT (2900) Contract Length: 6 Months with possibiltiy of extensionMust have: Baseline ClearanceHourly Pay: $65.20 - $73.30 + superBackgroundClient is leading the Commonwealth's efforts to deliver four client safety action plans that aim to end family, domestic and sexual violence in Australia. These will be informed by extensive research and evidence gathered from multiple sources, and extensive consultatJob Title : APS6 Project ManagerLocation: Greenway, ACT (2900) Contract Length: 6 Months with possibiltiy of extensionMust have: Baseline ClearanceHourly Pay: $65.20 - $73.30 + superBackgroundClient is leading the Commonwealth's efforts to deliver four client safety action plans that aim to end family, domestic and sexual violence in Australia. These will be informed by extensive research and evidence gathered from multiple sources, and extensive consultat
- Job Title : EL1 Project ManagerLocation: Canberra, ACT Contract Length: 6 Months with possibiltiy of extensionMust have: Baseline ClearanceHourly Pay: $81.25-$92/hour + superBackgroundClient is leading the Commonwealth's efforts to deliver four client safety action plans that aim to end family, domestic and sexual violence in Australia. These will be informed by extensive research and evidence gathered from multiple sources, and extensive consultation andJob Title : EL1 Project ManagerLocation: Canberra, ACT Contract Length: 6 Months with possibiltiy of extensionMust have: Baseline ClearanceHourly Pay: $81.25-$92/hour + superBackgroundClient is leading the Commonwealth's efforts to deliver four client safety action plans that aim to end family, domestic and sexual violence in Australia. These will be informed by extensive research and evidence gathered from multiple sources, and extensive consultation and
- EL1 Assistant Director Strategic PricingShape National Pricing PolicyStrategic Economic ImpactFederal Government Contract, $602.55/dayAre you a senior economist or policy professional who wants to make an impact on a national scale by reviewing and safeguarding the economic frameworks that underpin this federal government agency?I am currently partnering with a key client in the disability sector with an exciting and specialised role for an EL1 Assistant DEL1 Assistant Director Strategic PricingShape National Pricing PolicyStrategic Economic ImpactFederal Government Contract, $602.55/dayAre you a senior economist or policy professional who wants to make an impact on a national scale by reviewing and safeguarding the economic frameworks that underpin this federal government agency?I am currently partnering with a key client in the disability sector with an exciting and specialised role for an EL1 Assistant D
- Director, Media & Community EngagementRandstad is proud to partner with Victoria Police to recruit for a pivotal leadership role within the Prevention, Community and Partnership portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to shape the strategic narrative of one of Victoria’s most vital public institutions, ensuring a safe and secure society for over 6.5 million Victorians.Organisational Environment & ValuesVictoria Police serves the community to uphold the lawDirector, Media & Community EngagementRandstad is proud to partner with Victoria Police to recruit for a pivotal leadership role within the Prevention, Community and Partnership portfolio. This is a unique opportunity to shape the strategic narrative of one of Victoria’s most vital public institutions, ensuring a safe and secure society for over 6.5 million Victorians.Organisational Environment & ValuesVictoria Police serves the community to uphold the law
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