APS5/6 Compliance and Investigations Officers

• 12 Month Non-Ongoing or Section 26 Transfer
• Remuneration $88k – $111k plus Super
• Canberra or Melbourne Locations
• Baseline Clearance Required

 

About the Role

CBR Recruitment is working with a high-profile Federal Government agency to recruit several APS5 and 6 Compliance and Investigations Officers in advance of major reform expansion. These positions offer a unique opportunity to support Australia’s democratic system through compliance and investigations in a high-performing team. As a Compliance or Investigation Officer, you will use analysis and data intelligence to support investigation schemes, identify high-risk behaviours, and ensure compliance with legislative requirements across financial disclosures, funding, and payments. The successful candidate must be impartial and politically neutral, with a positive and inclusive approach to their work.

 

Key Responsibilities

•  Use data and intelligence tools to identify high-risk behaviours, entities and schemes.
• Prepare high-quality briefs, reports, and correspondence to inform decision makers.
• Review financial disclosure returns submitted by political participants to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance.
• Assess claims for funding and undertake related reviews or enquiries.
• Support the processing and payment of election funding to eligible parties.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to junior staff (APS6)

 

What You Will Need

• Experience supporting or leading financial audits, quality checks or similar processes.
• Strong organisational skills and a methodical approach to work.
• The ability to analyse and interpret complex information and provide accurate advice and support.
• A willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing requirements.
• The ability to proactively manage your workload and prioritise effectively.
• A commitment to working collaboratively and contributing positively.

 

For more information about the opportunity or to obtain the selection criteria, please contact Adam or Shelley Kowalski on 02 6103 7000 or email hello@cbrrecruitment.com.au.

 

Reference: 200003111

Manager Brand, Operations and IT

• Remuneration circa $120,000 plus super, according to experience
• Canberra Location
• Hybrid Work Arrangement
• Initial 14 Month Contract with the Possibility of Extension

 

About the Role

CBR Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with TAFE Directors Australia (TDA) to recruit a high calibre Manager, Brand, Operations and IT. TDA is a peak national body representing Australia’s TAFE institutes and university TAFE divisions. They support member institutes, lead advocacy for quality skills in Australia, and manage professional development opportunities and thought leadership for members. TDA is driven by their values of collaboration, independence, integrity, and team cohesion.

 

This role is responsible for leading the business operations, IT systems, and brand management functions of TDA, ensuring the organisation’s technology, processes, communications, and projects effectively support its strategic objectives and the National TAFE Network (NTN). It oversees Microsoft 365 administration, digital system development, website and brand management, stakeholder relationships, event technology, and operational support, while driving continuous improvement.

 

The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience across business operations and IT management, strong technical skills in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, websites, and digital workflows, along with excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and creative content development capabilities.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage TDA’s business operations to support organisational performance and strategic objectives.
• Administer and maintain the Microsoft 365 environment, including SharePoint, Teams and related systems.
• Design and implement digital systems, workflows and automation solutions to improve efficiency.
• Manage relationships with IT providers and other external contractors to ensure value for money and service quality.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of TDA and National TAFE Network branding, websites and digital assets.
• Create and manage communication materials, graphics, social media content and publication formatting.
• Provide technical and operational support for online and face-to-face events, including webinars and conventions.
• Support reporting, advocacy and governance activities through data collection, analysis and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies, funding obligations, workplace legislation and professional standards while contributing to a collaborative team culture.

 

What You Will Need

• Experience in business operations functions with emphasis on IT operations.
• Advanced skills in IT usage and implementation.
• Experience using Microsoft 365 and the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent communication skills.
• The ability to review and negotiate contracts.
• Experience in social media and web content management software.
• Capability to use relevant tools such as WordPress, Windows, MYOB, Zoom, and Mailchimp.

 

You will be rewarded with a dynamic, flexible, interesting role with competitive remuneration along with the opportunity to contribute to the important work of a values-driven team. For more information about the opportunity, contact Adam or Shelley Kowalski on 02 6103 7000 or by emailing hello@cbrrecruitment.com.au. Applications, consisting of a one page pitch outlining why you are the best candidate for the role, along with your current CV, close on 29 October 2026.

 

Reference: 200003104

APS6 Project Manager

• Initial 9 Month Labour Hire Contract with the Opportunity of Extension
• Canberra Location
• Australian Citizenship Required
• WWVP Card is Required

 

About the Role

Our client, a high profile Commonwealth science engagement institution, is seeking an experienced APS6 equivalent project manager to work within their Building Projects Team.

This role offers the opportunity to lead the planning, procurement and delivery of complex building, infrastructure and capital works projects that support key organisational objectives and enhance visitor and workplace experiences.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the planning, procurement and delivery of complex building, infrastructure and capital works projects.
• Preparing business cases, project documentation, briefs, procurement documentation and tender evaluations.
• Supervising project activities, setting priorities and ensuring quality outcomes across the work area.
• Providing expert advice and analysis on construction, asset management and facilities-related initiatives to support project and program outcomes.
• Monitoring contractor performance and ensuring compliance with legislative, financial and procurement frameworks.

 

What You Will Need

• Demonstrated experience managing building, construction, infrastructure, facilities or capital works projects.
• Strong project management capability, including procurement, contract administration, budgeting and risk management.
• Excellent communication skills across a diverse range of stakeholders with potential for sensitive or competing interests.
• Experience working with construction contractors, consultants and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to exercise sound judgement while managing competing priorities.
• Experience operating within governance, compliance and reporting frameworks.
• An understanding of asset management, facilities operations or capital works delivery will be highly regarded.

 

For more information about the opportunity, please contact Adam or Shelley Kowalski on 02 6103 7000 or email hello@cbrrecruitment.com.au.

 

Reference: 200003088

APS6 Rehabilitation Case Manager

• 12 Month Non-Ongoing or Section 26 Transfer
• Canberra Location
• Australian Citizenship Required

 

About the Role
CBR Recruitment is working with a high-profile Federal Government agency to recruit an experienced APS6 Rehabilitation Case Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR, rehabilitation, return-to-work, workers’ compensation or wellbeing professional looking to make a meaningful impact in supporting employee health, recovery and workplace participation.

 

As the Rehabilitation Case Manager, you will provide expert advice and case management support for employees returning to work following work-related and non-work-related injury or illness. You will work closely with managers, employees, medical practitioners and other stakeholders to deliver effective rehabilitation outcomes while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and policy frameworks.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Managing rehabilitation and return-to-work cases
• Providing advice to managers and employees on rehabilitation and workplace adjustments
• Supporting workers compensation and rehabilitation processes
• Developing and implementing return-to-work plans
• Contributing to health, wellbeing and injury prevention initiatives
• Reviewing policies, procedures and guidance materials
• Assisting with reporting and compliance activities

 

What You Will Need

• Previous experience working within a Federal Government environment (essential)
• Experience managing rehabilitation, return-to-work or workers compensation cases
• Strong understanding of workplace health, wellbeing and rehabilitation principles
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to interpret legislation, policies and procedures
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and sound judgement
• Experience within the Comcare framework is highly regarded

 

For more information about the opportunity or to obtain the selection criteria, please contact Adam or Shelley Kowalski on 02 6103 7000 or email hello@cbrrecruitment.com.au.

 

Reference: 200003085

EL2 Lead Microservices and AI Technical Architect

• Initial 12 Month Labour-hire Contract with possible extension
• Canberra Location (hybrid working arrangements)
• Baseline Security Clearance Essential

 

About the Role
CBR Recruitment is seeking an experienced Lead Microservices and AI Technical Architect join a large Federal government agency on a 12-month EL2 equivalent labour-hire contract with multiple extension opportunities. The successful candidate will possess exceptional leadership and communication skills, strong software engineering capability, and expertise in AI engineering to lead the establishment of modern engineering and AI delivery practices.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Providing technical leadership for the design, governance and evolution of cloud, microservices and AI enabled platforms.
• Guiding the adoption of AI delivery practices.
• Driving technology modernisation and platform adoption, improving scalability, maintainability and operational resilience.
• Building organisational capability and technical maturity.

 

What You Will Need

• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to lead enterprise technology modernisation and transformation initiatives.
• The ability to translate complex business requirements into practical technology outcomes for a wide range of stakeholders.
• Software engineering and platform engineering capability, including modern development frameworks, DevSecOps, CI/CD, automated testing, observability, security by design and operational excellence.
• Experience designing, implementing and governing cloud native, microservices and event driven architectures within complex enterprise environments.
• Experience using technologies such as Kubernetes, OpenShift, AKS, EKS or GKE.

 

To apply for this role, you will need to provide a one page pitch addressing specific selection criteria. For more information about the opportunity or to obtain the selection criteria, please contact Adam or Shelley Kowalski on 02 6103 7000 or email hello@cbrrecruitment.com.au.

 

Reference: 200003064

Project Manager (EL2 equivalent)

• Initial 12 Month Labour-hire Contract with Possible Extension
• Hybrid, Canberra Location
• Baseline Security Clearance Essential
• Requires SFIA Level 6 Capabilities

 

We are seeking a highly experienced Project Manager for a 12-month labour-hire contract with a national regulatory body. The role will provide project management support across a range of IT initiatives on an as-needed basis. The successful candidate will possess strong project management expertise, with demonstrated experience managing outsourced technical resources, leading procurement activities and approaches to market, and overseeing vendor and contract management arrangements. This role requires proven capability in financial management, organisational change management, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery, operating up to SFIA Level 6.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Project scoping, planning, implementing and reporting.
• Managing project resources and coordinating with service providers and stakeholders.
• Developing project management documentation.
• Managing project risk and resolution of issues.
• Working with stakeholders to support project procurement activities.
• Establishing and maintaining working relationships with stakeholders and executive sponsors.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities.
• Task the team against sprint commitments and project roadmaps.

 

What You Will Need

• Excellent communication skills
• Experience working with financial data and reporting
• The ability to provide guidance and communication for change management.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Capability in risk management, change control and project monitoring.
• Experience in IT projects with MS Power Platform is highly valued.

 

For more information on the application process, please telephone Adam Kowalski or Shelley Kowalski from CBR Recruitment on 02 6103 7000 or email your CV to hello@CBRrecruitment.com.au

 

Reference: 200003031

APS6 Procurement Officer

• Canberra location
• 12 Week Contract
• Baseline Security Clearance Required

 

CBR Recruitment is searching for a skilled Procurement Officer with experience using TechOne, AusTender, and Buy ICT and knowledge of the Commonwealth Procurement Rules. Working with a Federal agency, this position will deliver specialist procurement advice to stakeholders while providing operational support across the team. This is a unique opportunity for an individual with deep procurement knowledge to provide a meaningful impact.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Identify procurement needs, ensuring effectivity, proper use of resources, and value for money
• Maintain procurement records in TechOne and BuyICT
• Maintain AusTender processes and reporting obligations
• Provide advice internally and externally regarding contract management and relationship support

 

What You Will Need

• Experience using TechOne, AusTender, and BuyICT
• Experience with Commonwealth Procurement Rules and Public Governance, Performance and Accountability Act compliance
• Certificate IV or Diploma in Government Procurement and Contracting is considered highly desirable
• The ability to hold and maintain a Baseline security clearance

 

The Reward

You will be rewarded with competitive remuneration and a positive, committed team and workplace. To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Adam or Shelley Kowalski on 02 6103 7000, email hello@cbrrecruitment.com.au.

 

Reference: 200002841

Scribe

• Highly competitive rates, according to experience
• Flexible work arrangements
• The opportunity for training and support
• Varied and interesting work

Are you looking for interesting, flexible work where you can utilise your writing skills?

Then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

 

CBR Recruitment is an innovative Recruitment and Human Resources company, and we have a reputation for providing industry leading scribing and recruitment support services to APS and state government agencies. Due to a significant increase in the demand for our services through new panel arrangements and ongoing repeat business we have an opportunity for several new scribes to join our high calibre team.

Our scribes are provided with the opportunity to work with a variety of government agencies on interesting and diverse recruitment processes. They also benefit from being supported by our internal team to ensure their seamless transition into the world of scribing. The work is flexible, interesting, and can fit in with your availability.

 

Key duties and responsibilities include:

• Application management, including shortlisting applications and scheduling interviews
• Attending face-to-face or virtual interviews and providing professional scribing services
• Undertaking reference reports in accordance with specific departmental guidelines
• Writing high quality selection reports for approval by the Panel
• Entering applicant outcomes within specific recruitment systems

 

The ideal candidate will have:

• High level, persuasive written communication skills
• The ability to adhere to the company’s quality standards
• Sound representational skills, with a client-focused approach
• The ability to work autonomously
• Experience in developing documentation, note taking, and / or interview processes
• The ability to build relationships with clients and Panel Members
• An understanding of public sector recruitment, including merit selection principles, the APS work level standards
• Experience in HR, recruitment or as an EL1 level officer (or above) would be highly regarded.

 

You will be rewarded with industry-leading remuneration, flexible work, and the opportunity to be part of a high calibre, well supported team, committed to excellence. For a confidential discussion about these excellent opportunities, please call Adam Kowalski or Jessie Harrison from CBR Recruitment on 02 6103 7000, email hello@cbrrecruitment.com.au, or click “Apply.”

 

Reference: 200000589