Jobs in the Network

Are you looking for a new job offer? Do you want to work for either AHK Australien or a company in the German-Australian business community? Find below an overview of vacancies at the AHK and our member companies.

Do you want to share a job offer on our website? Please send an e-mail with the required job description as PDF together with the desired e-mail address or website to apply. Please note that only member companies may submit job advertisements. To find out more about membership, please click here.

Available Positions of AHK Australien

Rechtsreferendariat: Stage als RechtsreferendarIn (m/w/d)

Unsere Deutsch-Australische Industrie- und Handelskammer (AHK Australien) fördert als Teil des weltweiten Netzwerks deutscher Auslandshandelskammern die deutsch-australischen Wirtschaftsbeziehungen. Hierfür erteilen wir Auskünfte, erstellen Gutachten und Marktstudien, vermitteln Geschäftsbeziehungen und nehmen die wirtschaftlichen Interessen bei Regierungsstellen, Behörden und sonstigen Institutionen wahr.

Die AHK Australien hat Sitze in Sydney und Melbourne. Derzeit gehören ihr rund 350 Mitgliedsunternehmen an. Mit den Industrie- und Handelskammern (IHK) als Körperschaften des Öffentlichen Rechts besteht eine enge Zusammenarbeit unter dem Dach des Deutschen Industrie- und Handelskammertages (DIHK).

Referendar:innen, die ihre Wahlstation bei der AHK absolvieren möchten, können sich für den Standort Sydney bewerben.

Voraussetzung sind fließende Englischkenntnisse sowie nachgewiesenes Interesse und Engagement in wirtschaftlichen oder wirtschaftspolitischen Fragestellungen. Internationale Erfahrungen sind von Vorteil.

Die Ausbildung erstreckt sich auf die in der Praxis unserer AHK relevanten Fragestellungen, insbesondere Anfragen zu handels- und gesellschaftsrechtlichen Themen, Zulassungen von Produkten, Bonität, Betriebsstätten und Gründung, rechtssetzenden Verfahren etc., wobei die Themen häufig australisches Recht betreffen oder rechtsvergleichend sind.

Eine zusätzliche Vergütung wird nicht gewährt.

Start: Juni 2024

Aussagekräftige Bewerbungen samt eines Motivationsschreibens nimmt Edvige Ponturo (Manager HR & Administration), gern entgegen: edvige.ponturo(at)germany.org.au

6 - monatiges Praktikum AHK Australien - Energie Cluster

  • Bereich:            Energie Cluster
  • Dauer:               6 Monate 
  • Start:                 April 2024
  • Standort:         Sydney

Seit ihrer Gründung im Jahre 1977 ist die Deutsch-Australische Industrie- und Handelskammer (AHK) ein wichtiger Partner, der die bilateralen Handelsbeziehungen zwischen Deutschland und Australien fördert. Eine der wichtigsten Aufgaben der AHK ist es, deutsche und australische Unternehmen bei der Markterschließung zu beraten und bei der Anbahnung von Geschäftsbeziehungen zu unterstützen.

Aufgaben:

  • Selbständige Bearbeitung von Kundenanfragen im Bereich Markteintritt und Mitgliederentwicklung des Energie Clusters in Englisch und Deutsch
  • Angebotserstellung und Auskunftserteilung
  • Aktive Einbindung in Kundenprojekte (z.B. Marktanalysen, Geschäftspartnervermittlung, Firmengründungen und Mitgliederentwicklung)
  • Pflege und Eingabe von Kundendaten im CRM
  • Unterstützung bei der Erstellung von Präsentationsunterlagen
  • Unterstützung bei der Umsetzung von öffentlich geförderten Projekten im Energiebereich. Dies umfasst die Planung und Ausführung in Zusammenarbeit mit anderen Teammitgliedern in enger Abstimmung und Zusammenarbeit mit mehreren Interessengruppen in beiden Ländern.
  • Unterstützung bei Mitgliedsveranstaltungen und Delegationen
  • Administrative Tätigkeiten (z.B. Rechnungsausstellung, Ablage, Projektadministration)

Ihre Aufgaben erfüllen Sie in enger Abstimmung mit dem Cluster Energie Team der AHK Australien.

Anforderungen:

  • Zum Zeitpunkt Ihres Praktikums sind Sie in einem wirtschaftsnahen Studium immatrikuliert
  • Sie zeichnen sich durch eigenständiges und eigenverantwortliches Arbeiten aus
  • Sie haben ein freundliches Auftreten und arbeiten gern im Team
  • Sie verfügen über sehr gute Kenntnisse der deutschen und englischen Sprache in Wort und Schrift
  • Sie haben Interesse am Energiesektor
  • Sie haben solide Kenntnisse des MS-Office Paketes
  • Sie kennen sich in der Recherche von Sekundärdaten, Auswertung und Aufbereitung von Statistiken aus
  • Sie haben bereits erfolgreich Praktika absolviert oder auch Berufserfahrung vorzuweisen
  • Internationale Erfahrungen sind von Vorteil
  • Visaanforderungen: Mindestens Working Holiday Visa

Was wir anbieten:

  • Ein abwechslungsreiches und eigenverantwortliches Aufgabengebiet
  • Anwendung Ihrer im Studium erworbenen Kenntnisse in der Praxis
  • Einblick in die deutsch-australischen Handelsbeziehungen
  • Teilnahme an Mitgliederveranstaltungen
  • Einbindung in ein agiles Team
  • Eigenständige Projekte mit Unterstützung durch das AHK-Team

Bei Interesse schicken Sie bitte Ihre aussagekräftigen Bewerbungsunterlagen (Bewerbungsschreiben, Referenzen, aktueller Leistungsnachweis bzw. Zwischenzeugnis sowie Lebenslauf) in englischer Sprache an florence.lindhaus(at)germany.org.au.

Wir freuen uns auf Ihre Bewerbung.

6 - monatiges Praktikum AHK Australien – Customer Success

  • Bereich:            Consulting & Membership
  • Abteilung:        Customer Success
  • Dauer:               6 Monate 
  • Start:                 August 2024
  • Standort:         Sydney

Seit ihrer Gründung im Jahre 1977 ist die Deutsch-Australische Industrie- und Handelskammer (AHK) ein wichtiger Partner, der die bilateralen Handelsbeziehungen zwischen Deutschland und Australien fördert. Eine der wichtigsten Aufgaben der AHK ist es, deutsche und australische Unternehmen bei der Markterschließung zu beraten und bei der Anbahnung von Geschäftsbeziehungen zu unterstützen.

Aufgaben:

  • Selbständige Bearbeitung von Kundenanfragen im Bereich Markteintritt und Mitgliederentwicklung in Englisch und Deutsch
  • Angebotserstellung und Auskunftserteilung
  • Aktive Einbindung in Kundenprojekte (z.B. Geschäftspartnervermittlung, Marktanalysen und Firmengründungen, Mitgliederentwicklung)
  • Pflege und Eingabe von Kundendaten im CRM
  • Unterstützung bei der Erstellung von Präsentationsunterlagen
  • Unterstützung bei der Umsetzung von öffentlich geförderten Projekten
  • Administrative Tätigkeiten (z.B. Rechnungsausstellung, Ablage, Projektadministration)

Ihre Aufgaben erfüllen Sie in enger Abstimmung mit dem Customer Success Team der AHK Australien.

Anforderungen:

  • Zum Zeitpunkt Ihres Praktikums sind Sie in einem wirtschaftsnahen Studium immatrikuliert
  • Sie zeichnen sich durch eigenständiges und eigenverantwortliches Arbeiten aus
  • Sie haben ein freundliches Auftreten und arbeiten gern im Team
  • Sie verfügen über sehr gute Kenntnisse der deutschen und englischen Sprache in Wort und Schrift
  • Sie haben solide Kenntnisse des MS-Office Paketes
  • Sie kennen sich in der Recherche von Sekundärdaten, Auswertung und Aufbereitung von Statistiken aus
  • Sie haben bereits erfolgreich Praktika absolviert oder auch Berufserfahrung vorzuweisen
  • Internationale Erfahrungen sind von Vorteil
  • Visaanforderungen: Mindestens Working Holiday Visa

Was wir anbieten:

  • Ein abwechslungsreiches und eigenverantwortliches Aufgabengebiet
  • Anwendung Ihrer im Studium erworbenen Kenntnisse in der Praxis
  • Einblick in die deutsch-australischen Handelsbeziehungen
  • Teilnahme an Mitgliederveranstaltungen
  • Teilnahme an Firmengesprächen mit Mitgliedsfirmen und Kunden vor Ort
  • Einbindung in ein agiles Team
  • Eigenständige Projekte mit Unterstützung durch das AHK Team

Bei Interesse schicken Sie bitte Ihre aussagekräftigen Bewerbungsunterlagen (Bewerbungsschreiben, Referenzen, aktueller Leistungsnachweis bzw. Zwischenzeugnis sowie Lebenslauf) in englischer Sprache an lena.meiss(at)germany.org.au. Wir freuen uns auf Ihre Bewerbung.

Available Positions of our Members

Michael Weinig Australia - Customer Service Manager / Service Operation Manager (SYD)

Michael Weinig Australia Pty. Ltd. is the German owned subsidiary of Michael Weinig AG – world leader in machinery for the solid timber industry. Due to our expansion, we are currently seeking a self-motivated individual for the position of Customer Service Manager / Service Operation Manager. We are looking for an enthusiastic leader who grows others to achieve high-performance, a hands-on leader, who will roll up their sleeves to get the job done, with strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail, sound problem solving capability, creativity and solutions focussed, a” can do” attitude and a strong work ethic.


Reporting to the Managing Director your new role will involve:

  • Develop relationships with key clients, manage and delegate workflow throughout the team.
  • Engage with your team to promote effective and ongoing communication.
  • oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Customer Service team and implement a service workflow with maximum performance.
  • training and developing team members to reach their full potential, you are the coordinating link between sales and service.     
  • establishment and maintenance of customer service standards and support the service team in their daily business.
  • acquiring in depth knowledge of the entire organisation's product range
  • responsible for our showrooms and support the team preparing for product demonstrations.

You are someone with strong leadership, influencing, communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to champion the voice of customers to create meaningful, transformational change. Your experience and skills are:

  • Outstanding team leadership abilities, with a focus on coaching, guiding, and mentoring, fostering a collaborative and empowering team environment.
  • Extensive experience reinventing the customer service model and transforming service to new levels.
  • Service experience with HOLZ-HER and/or WEINIG Machines and the ability to do product demonstrations
  • Proven problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to analyse and evaluate to improve functional and cross business work processes, generate a high level of employee commitment and improved levels of customer service and engagement.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing customer service strategies.
  • You have experiences with CRM systems (preferably Salesforce) and excellent skills with Microsoft Office
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and German

If you are looking to take the next step in your career and develop your skills in a growing, professional, and friendly work environment, we would love to hear from you!

The position is located at our Weinig Australia head office in Sydney.

If this sounds like you please send your application to Markus Ostermaier Markus.Ostermaier(at)weinig.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Goethe-Institut in Melbourne - HEAD OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

At the Goethe-Institut in Melbourne VIC

Financial Managers & Controllers (Accounting)

Full time 38 hours per week

The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institution of the Federal Republic of Germany operating worldwide. We promote knowledge of the German language abroad and foster international cultural cooperation. Our international field of activity requires a great openness to other cultures and a high intercultural competence.

The Goethe-Institut in Melbourne is seeking maternity cover for the position of Head of Finance and Administration in Melbourne from approx. 01 of February 2024 until 31.01.2025 with the option to extend. The scope of employment is full-time, 38 hours per week

Duties will include but are not limited to:

  • Financial Management and Financial Controlling
  • Building a culture of corporate compliance within all departments 
  • Property management, maintenance and repairs including the management of the moving from the present location to the new premises (August 2024)
  • Procurement in compliance with public procurement law, inventory, and disposal
  • Monitoring of compliance with Australian safety regulations
  • Human Ressource Management
  • Structural and organisational matters across all departments
  • General administrative tasks

Requirements:

  • Strong social skills and high intercultural competence
  • Sound knowledge of bookkeeping processes
  • SAP knowledge (FI and CO) or willingness to familiarize oneself with SAP
  • Willingness to familiarize oneself with the planning and control instruments of the Goethe-Institut
  • Very good work organization and management competence, strategic and economical thinking
  • Skillful handling of deadline pressure, resilience
  • Administrative-relevant legal knowledge or the willingness to familiarize oneself with it
  • Very good knowledge of office applications
  • Willingness to undergo further training in Australia and abroad
  • German and English spoken and written proficiency (native or C2 level)

valid Australian work visa is a requirement for employment (applications from holders of "Work and Holiday" and “Student” visas will not be considered). 

Remuneration: AUD 83.955,16 per annum plus superannuation.

Further benefits: 25 days annual leave, 25 days personal leave, 17.5% leave loading per year

Please send your application including the usual documents in electronic form no later than 19th of January to recruiting-australia(at)goethe.de

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

The Goethe-Institut in Melbourne - DEUTSCHLEHRER / DEUTSCHLEHRERINNEN

Das Goethe-Institut e. V. ist das weltweit tätige Kulturinstitut der Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Wir fördern die Kenntnis der deutschen Sprache im Ausland und pflegen die internationale kulturelle Zusammenarbeit. Wir vermitteln ein umfassendes aktuelles Deutschlandbild und informieren über das kulturelle, gesellschaftliche und politische Leben in Deutschland.
 

Einstellungsvoraussetzungen / Lehrerqualifikation

Wenn Sie

  • über eine australische Arbeitserlaubnis oder die australische Staatsbürgerschaft verfügen
  • einen fachbezogenen Hochschulabschluss, vorzugsweise DaF und/oder Germanistik, ggfs. andere fremdsprachliche Philologie haben
  • deutsche/r Muttersprachler/in sind oder über muttersprachliche Kompetenz im Deutschen verfügen,
  • DaF-Lehrerfahrung, vorzugsweise im Erwachsenenbereich, haben
  • ein/eine begeisterte/r und engagierte/r Lehrer/in sind

dann sind Sie vielleicht die Person, nach der wir suchen.

Einarbeitung / Hospitationsphase

  • Hospitation von mindestens vier Kurstreffen (12 UE)
  • Durchführung von mindestens einer Probeunterrichtseinheit von je 1 UE unter Aufsicht der betreuenden GI-Lehrkraft (mit Vor- und Nachbesprechung)

Bitte beachten Sie, dass das Goethe-Institut kein Visa-Sponsoring übernehmen kann.

Schicken Sie bitte Ihre Bewerbungsunterlagen an:

für Sydney: Eliza Doneva
mailto:eliza.doneva(at)goethe.de

für Melbourne: Kathrin McMillan
kathrin.mcmillan(at)goethe.de

WAGNER Fire Safety Pty Ltd. - Office and administration assistance - Melbourne

Position: Office and administration assistance (part-time)

Location: Melbourne, Australia

WAGNER Fire Safety Pty Ltd. is the in 2017 established Australian subsidiary of German-based WAGNER Group GmbH, a world leader in products and solutions in fire prevention and highly sensitive early-warning fire detection. Their team of 700 staff members worldwide provide their clients with a single source of solutions in fire prevention, from research and development to consulting, application, construction, standardization, assembling, and commissioning, followed by maintenance and service of the system. To learn more about the company and their products, please visit: www.wagnergroup.com.

The Australian subsidiary is now looking to add an Office Assistance to their team, to take over a broad range of administrative tasks and to support the local team with their sales and project management activities.

Responsibilities:

  • General support of the local team in administrative and organizational tasks
  • Processing and administration of business documents (e.g. purchase orders, invoices, etc.)
  • Planning and scheduling of meetings and events
  • Organization of product shipments from Australia and overseas
  • Preparation of customer visits and trainings

Requirements:

 

  • High school diploma or equivalent, degree in Business Administration or similar preferred
  • Previous experience with administrative tasks
  • Organizational skills and commercial knowledge
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Experience with accounting software “Xero” a plus.
  • Open-minded, strong communicator and a team player.
  • German language skills would be beneficial.

Hiring manager:

Mr. Michael Hart

Managing Director

info(at)wagner-australia.com

Deutschstunde German Classes for Kids - Deutschlehrer*innen Sydney

Deutschstunde in Sydney sucht Verstärkung für unser Deutschlehrer*innen Team!

Hast du eine Lehramtsausbildung oder eine DaF-Ausbildung?
Hast du Montagnachmittag zwischen 16-19 Uhr Zeit und Lust eine oder mehrere Stunden zu unterrichten und zusätzlich noch einen weiteren freien Nachmittag für Online-Unterricht? Wir suchen eine engagierte Lehrkraft mit entsprechendem Visum, die längerfristig bei uns unterrichten möchte.

Oder hast Du eine Ausbildung als Erzieher*in und am Montagnachmittag Zeit? Auch unsere Lerngruppe braucht zusätzliche Unterstützung!

Deutschstunde bietet ein fröhliches Kollegium, hervorragende Bezahlung und tatkräftige Unterstützung für den Lehralltag! Deutschstunde genießt aufgrund des hoch qualifizierten Deutschunterrichts einen professionellen Ruf weit über Sydney hinaus.

Unterrichtet wird Montag- und Dienstagnachmittag in Croydon und auch dienstags, mittwochs und donnerstags online. Die Nachmittage für den Online-Unterricht sind flexibel.

Bitte meldet Euch bei principal(at)deutschstunde.com.au oder management(at)deutschstunde.com.au .

Über Deutschstunde

Deutschstunde Inc. wurde 2009 von Eltern gegründet und bietet Online- und Präsenzunterricht für Kinder von Vorschule bis hin zum australischen Abitur an. Deutschstunde ist akkreditiert für die Vorbereitung und Durchführung der Deutsche Sprachdiplom (DSDI und DSDII) Prüfungen der Deutschen Kultusministerkonferenz und gehört zum PASCH-Netzwerk.

Deutschstunde wird von hochmotivierten, DAZ ausgebildeten Lehrer*innen unterrichtet, die gemeinsam mit einem unterstützenden Team die hohe Qualität des Unterrichts sicherstellen und den Kindern ein effektives Lernerlebnis bieten. Deutschstunde ist eine gemeinnützige Organisation.

Unsere Klassen bieten ein kreatives, interaktives Lernumfeld, in welchem Kinder Spaß haben und sich engagieren können. Kinder und Teenager lernen bei uns Lesen, Schreiben, Sprechen und Verstehen. Unsere Lernprogramme sind speziell für Kinder entwickelt und sowohl auf ihr Sprachniveau als auf ihr Alter zugeschnitten.

www.deutschstunde.com.au

AUP IT - IT Service Desk Internship Sydney

Great internship opportunity at leading Sydney IT Cybersecurity provider * Learn from the best in the business * Get equipped with real life skills * Ideal entry point for career advancement * Apply now to be considered

The role:

1. Being the first point of contact for all of AUP IT's key clients and other stakeholders at the Level 1 service desk

2. Troubleshooting network, storage, compute, cloud and myriad other IT issues that our customers face daily

3. Analyzing and resolving issues and escalation when appropriate

4. Undertaking planned network and system upgrades in conjunction with senior engineers and solution architect

5. Liaising with vendors, and other partners in the IT ecosystem to put together viable, cost effective solutions for our customers

Working at AUP IT:

  • Fun, collegiate environment
  • Work hard, play harder
  • Good mix of youth and mature staff
  • Growing brand recognized across Australia as a leading IT provider

What’s in it for you:

Dynamic environment that encourages lateral thinking and promotes entrepreneurship

  • Learning and self-advancement
  • Opportunity to define a career path
  • Real world scenarios where you get to put your theoretical knowledge to test
  • Strong culture of promoting from within. Most of our employees started off at the service desk and worked their way up
  • Centrally located, close to Wynyard station

Ideal Attributes:

  • Value an enterprising nature, and prefer personable and engaging communicators
  • Very strong communication skills - speaking, reading and writing English
  • Ability to learn new technologies
  • Strong critical thinking and analytical abilities
  • Ability to multitask and work in complex environments
  • Ability to engage stakeholders internally and externally and have meaningful rapport with them
  • Strong work ethic

If you would like to apply for this position please send your CV to Raja Pradeep raja.pradeep(at)aupit.com.au

AUP IT - Helpdesk Support Sydney

About the business

We are an established IT systems integrator, MSP and Advisory firm assisting organisations in boosting productivity and leveraging efficiencies to reduce cost and improve growth. To this end we have built a specialist practice around, CIO As A Service,  Consulting, Cyber Security and IT services. We partner with leading vendors including Veeam, Forcepoint Zerto, Veritas, Fortinet, Microsoft, Automation Anywhere among others.

About the role

We are looking for a skilled and professional  IT Computer Network & Systems Engineer to manage and deliver high-priority client facing projects, manage delivery of technical services for MSP clients and to mentor and motivate the tech team. The engineer should be someone who really believes in mentoring and passing on knowledge and is always looking to work collaboratively.

Duties include:

  • Plan, develop, deploy, test and optimise network and system services. Configuration, management of network systems and provide troubleshooting and fault finding services for network problems
  • Carrying out audits and assessments and writing succinct reports that a business person would be able to understand- Creation of project plans, Statements of Work, high-level design
  • Taking the lead on projects that fall within your arena of expertise
  • Monitor  and manage computing infrastructure including networking, storage, servers and applications to ensure highest possible availability of production services.
  • Provide  3rd level onsite and remote support for application software and operating systems to PCs, Laptops and Servers
  • Ability to diagnose performance issues on endpoint devices and servers
  • Perform root cause analysis and propose solutions and fixes.
  • Able to take a 30,000 feet view and think beyond the immediate issue and take a long term business-centric view
  • Accurate problem resolution with thorough and clear documentation.
  • Maintaining all case/issue history within our help desk ticketing system - ConnectWise
  • Be a subject matter expert for core technologies and solutions that the business is looking to promote

Responsibilities:

  • Design, configure, and maintain the computer and network systems infrastructure.
  • Install, upgrade, and troubleshoot hardware and software components, including servers, routers, switches, firewalls, and network security systems.
  • Monitor network performance and ensure the availability and reliability of systems and services.
  • Perform regular system backups and implement disaster recovery procedures.
  • Provide technical support and assistance to end-users, addressing hardware and software issues promptly and effectively.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify and implement improvements to the IT infrastructure.
  • Conduct routine maintenance tasks, including system updates, patches, and firmware upgrades.
  • Maintain documentation of network configurations, equipment inventory, and troubleshooting procedures.
  • Stay updated with the latest technology trends and security best practices in the industry.

Requirements:

  • Company is ready and able to sponsor deserving candidates on 482 work visas
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of proven experience as a Computer and Network Systems Engineer.
  • In-depth knowledge of computer systems, networks, and IT infrastructure.
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, IP addressing, routing, and switching.
  • Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting network devices (routers, switches, firewalls).
  • Experience with Windows and Linux server administration.
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) and cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure).
  • Knowledge of network security principles and best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits and perks

Centrally located next to Wynyard with shops and transport close by. Massive opportunity for a hungry and driven tech to challenge themselves and learn new products and technologies. We have a strong culture of promoting internally and fostering learning. Having a sane work-life balance forms part of our values.

There is a clear pathway to grow into solution architect, pre-sales, and sales (BDM) if the tech is so inclined.

Get compensated for deals and projects that you influence/bring in.

If you would like to apply for this position please send your CV to Raja Pradeep raja.pradeep(at)aupit.com.au  

ALTIOS - Business Development Manager Sydney

About ALTIOS International

Created in 1991, Altios International is a company specialized in international business development. As a leading group in international business support, we operate 32 local subsidiaries worldwide as well as a network of partners in 80 countries, to help companies accelerate their performance in growing international markets. Over the past 30 years, more than 10.500 companies have used our services for some of their most complex export operations, through sales development, physical hosting, setting up local subsidiaries, or mergers and acquisitions. For more information, please visit our website: www.altios.com.

About ALTIOS ANZ

ALTIOS ANZ is one of the 35 subsidiaries of the Altios Group. The Australia & New Zealand offices support operations in Asia-Pacific with the help of a local network of industry professionals:

  • International development strategy: Advisory services for international development in Australia and New Zealand, guidance in go-to-market strategies, market approach and set up of distribution networks,
  • Subsidiary Management: Creation and management of subsidiaries, commercial representation, recruitment, hosting, payroll administration, financial control, accounting system setup and book-keeping, tax planning and advisory and regulatory compliance and reporting,
  • Corporate Finance: External growth advisory, identification and due diligence of partners, and audit of target distributors or suppliers.

About the job description:

The Business Development Manager located in Sydney will be supporting consulting project, animate the ecosystem and support business development initiatives. The candidate will be supervised directly by the VP Advisory & Business Development SEA / ANZ.

Responsibilities:

  • Structure and animate the current network as well as provide a prospection strategy
  • Prospect new clients, develop local eco-system across the country
  • Reach sales objectives fixed by the Country Director
  • Perform and coordinate consulting work, due diligence and data Analysis
  • Proactively communicate, deliver, and interact with clients and partners
  • Prepare reports, presentations, and deliverables
  • Regularly liaise and collaborate with consulting teams across Southeast Asia, Australia and New Zealand
  • Build company reputation by representing the firm in community activities, professional associations, and partnerships
  • Establishing and maintaining strong personal networks
  • Work closely with the group APAC, global subsidiaries and contribute to the overall strategy for the region

Profile:

  • 2-5 years professional experience in consulting and/or business Development
  • Sales experience in foreign market
  • Experience in dealing with market research reports
  • “Hands-on” profile: Must be well-connected, able to interact and start new relations and being involved in the delivery process.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, pro-active and decision-making abilities
  • Fluent in English, another language is appreciated (German, French, Chinese)

Starting date: beginning of August 2023.

Salary range: 60,000 to 75,000 AUD / year + commission based on profile.  

VIE Program open (French citizen only).

PILZ Melbourne - IT Hub Specialist (APAC)

Position Title:

 

IT Hub Specialist (APAC)

Reporting To:

 

GM Pilz Australia

Company:

 

Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP

Department

 

IT Australia

Location

 

Melbourne, Australia

Employment Type:

 

Permanent

Responsibility:

 

Australia and IT Hub Operations

Functional Reporting Line:

 

Pilz Global IT Operations

Job Purpose

As the IT Hub Specialist for the APAC region, you will be responsible for the operation of the International IT Service Desk during local AU/NZ business hours, and resolve and close issues when possible, or assign tickets to available IT resources worldwide. This includes issues reported by phone, email, or via our ticketing system.  You will ensure the effective day-to-day operation of the Pilz subsidiaries across APAC. 

In your local role, you will be responsible for the configuration, operation and maintenance of IT systems hardware, software and related infrastructure.

Your work with the digital, operational and security areas will support future business opportunities through the planning and deployment of IT infrastructure updates and upgrades, whilst complying with the security policies of the organisation.

Duties & Responsibilities

The duties & responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to;

  • Maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware
  • Coordinate incident response and disaster recovery among specialist technical groups
  • Communicate Service Request and Incident status in ticketing system; escalate to and update management when necessary
  • Own the internal IT strategy and documentation for the APAC region
  • Assist the business with understanding customer facing IT landscape and provide input into solutions that may be proposed
  • Design and implement an IT cost reduction strategy that supports corporate goals whilst helping with APAC subsidiary profitability and business continuity
  • Liaise with corporate IT in Germany and the subsidiaries in APAC to determine the annual IT budgets for approval, measure and report against actuals and verify invoices for payment/costing allocations and controlling
  • Maintain internal infrastructure requirements including, laptop and desktop computers, servers, routers, switches, firewalls, printers, phones, security updates; support Internet, intranet, LANs, WANs, and network segmentation
  • Perform server administration tasks, including user/group administration, security permissions, group policies, print services, investigate event log warnings and errors, and resource monitoring, ensuring system architecture components work together seamlessly
  • Ensure the operational availability of Windows servers and associated applications and information e.g. VM, SAN, data center cloud backups, printers and peripherals
  • Undertake local infrastructure maintenance, patching and improvements, and strategic project work
  • Commission new hardware and assist with network installations
  • Process the onboarding, offboarding and transfers of Pilz employees
  • Manage desktop and laptop PCs including software applications
  • Follow and update IT operations process documentation
  • Promote a safe and secure cyber culture where all staff comply with related IT company policies, code of conduct & ethical practices; and
  • Other duties and travel as directed.

Role Specific Metrics:

Direct Staff:

 

None

Peer Staff:

 

IT staff in other geographical Hub locations

Indirect Staff:

 

IT staff in assigned subsidiaries

Revenue Budget:

 

N/A

Opex:

 

As per annual budget plan

Geography:

 

APAC, including India


Measures

  1. Technical Competency
  2. Business Continuity – IT system availability metrics
  3. Maintaining and expansion of various compliance accreditations (e.g. ISO, TISAX)

Relationships

You will be required to build strong internal relationships and liaise at a senior level with senior managers within the subsidiary as well as their various engineering peers or support functions.  Also liaise with corporate managers and engineers which are located internationally on issues relating to product & services functions.

You will also be required to build strong external relationships and liaise with all levels of customers from the plant floor and in the field to senior management. That includes key service providers, contractors, auditors, and industry bodies that support the delivery of the services function.

Reasoning & Judgement

Possess the ability to analyse & solve technical problems in relation to IT systems & services.  Balance the requirements of external customer expectations, internal business requirements and commercial aspects of the group.

A proven ability to communicate and negotiate verbally and in writing with their managers, peers, subordinates. The occupant will also be required to make local decisions on IT expenditures.

Key Skills and Personal Attributes

  • Master’s degree in computer science, information science, information systems or related field, MSCA or MSCE certification a plus
  • 3–5 years of experience working in the information technology sector
  • Understanding of Windows, Linux, AIX; setup, configuration, updating, upgrading and patching laptops and servers (HP, Dell, IBM; MS Surface, iPads)
  • Activation and administration of iPhone and Android mobiles, mobile operator contracts
  • Thorough experience in the principles of switching, routing, firewalls, and client/server applications
  • Versed in current LAN/WAN/VLAN/WLAN network technology and operation (Cisco, SonicWall, Fortinet, Extreme Networks) and cloud environments (AWS, VMWare)
  • Complete knowledge of TCP/IP protocols, DHCP, DNS, domain administration
  • Skilled in Microsoft 365 (Sharepoint, OneDrive, Office Apps), InTune, Active Directory
  • Experience in deploying, supporting, and troubleshooting IT systems, hardware and software
  • Understanding of ISO 9001, 27001, ITIL ITSM, and TISAX principles
  • Basic understanding of SAP R3P, Sales and Service Cloud, S/4 HANA
  • Basic knowledge of data center maintenance (IBM SAN, Dell Blade Center, SQL servers, Spectrum Protect and Veeam backups)
  • Basic knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices
  • Project management skills are an advantage (PMI, Prince2)
  • Effective spoken and written communication skills in English (German a bonus)
  • Exceptional organisation and communication skills with the ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders up to the C-Suite
  • Ability to work under pressure, having a solid work ethic, integrating with and working as part of a geographically dispersed team

PILZ Values

The Spirit of Safety.

  • Sustainable, ethical family-owned and family-oriented business
  • Ambassadors for Safety
  • Friendly & Approachable
  • Embracing innovative technology & services to enable great outcomes for our customers
  • Trusted Partner
  • Yes, we have the most reliable, high quality products and services

We want to maintain a positive and constructive work environment by encouraging people to treat each other in an ethical manner, where the core elements are:

  • Mutual appreciation and a respectful manner
  • Attentiveness and thoroughness
  • Honesty and openness
  • Loyalty and reliability
  • Readiness to help others

 “Working for one another, all together for the customer.” [Ms. Renate Pilz] 

If this sounds like you please send your application to careers(at)pilz.com.au

Accru Felsers - Intermediate/Senior Auditor – Part time/full time

About Us

Accru Felsers is a mid-tier Chartered Accounting firm with a long history of excellence. As part of an award-winning network, we help our clients’ businesses grow, thrive and generate wealth while managing financial risk and compliance.

We are proud of our culture which is built around supporting our employees, clients and community. We recognise the importance of flexible work arrangements and promote work-life balance, career development, inclusion, and equality.

Our Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Intermediate or Senior Auditor to join our busy and growing team. Working within a fast-paced environment you will be involved with a diverse range of clients across a large range of industries.

You will have the opportunity to assist in the preparation of accounting advice, perform audit testing and provide tax support.

Your role as an Intermediate or Senior Auditor will see you working on multiple engagements to ensure professional and timely completion of audit assignments.  You will work closely with the Partners of our firm, as well as provide guidance to our junior auditors and review their work where necessary.

Your Experience and Attributes

To be considered for this role, you must be a motivated CA or CPA qualified (or near qualified) individual with at least 2 years accounting experience along with external audit and tax experience. You will have:

  • Experience as an Auditor in a busy practice with a good knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting requirements for different entities
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a small close-knit team
  • Experience with CaseWare will be advantageous

What We Offer

This role has exposure to a great range of international and Australian businesses across a wide variety of industries. Flexible working hours, remote working, excellent training, experience with large multi-national clients are just a few of the benefits we offer.

Salary package: $80,000 +

To apply, please forward a current resume, cover letter and copies of academic transcripts to Steven Zabeti, Partner at szabeti(at)accrusyd.com.au.  

Please note, due to the high number of applications we anticipate, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Thank you for your interest in this position.

IMPREG - UV CIPP TECHNICIAN

Who they are:

IMPREG is the world’s leading manufacturer and supplier of fiberglass reinforced liners for trenchless pipe rehabilitation, Cured-In-Place-Pipe (CIPP) solutions. Their products are the highest-quality and most energy-efficient liner systems on the market.

What we are looking for: UV CIPP TECHNICIAN

Your Role and Experience:

  • You are responsible for consulting our clients on installing our liners at jobsite, site preparation, processing and coordination.
  • You manage all interfaces for construction site training and are in direct contact with the client.
  • Together with our internal occupational safety specialist, you will consult all the specifications for occupational safety, environmental protection, and health protection during the construction process.
  • In cooperation with the Business Development management, you train our client’s on-site crew and documentation progress.
  • In addition, you are in close contact with the APAC division headquarters to continuously improve job site support for our clients.
  • You have a degree in engineering or comparable technical or manual training, e.g. as a foreman or master craftsman.
  • You are characterized by a solution-oriented, pragmatic, and independent working style.
  • Australia and New Zealand travel activity suits you and you travel occasionally within APAC.
  • You are confident with the MS Office Suite.
  • Very good knowledge of English completes your profile.

To apply for this role, please forward a current resume and cover letter to ccamacho(at)impreg.com

Accru Felsers - Administrative Assistant Full Time

Administrative Assistant

  • Full-time
  • Great team environment
  • Sydney CBD location

Accru Felsers is a globally focused, mid-tier chartered accounting firm with a long history of accounting excellence. We provide accounting, taxation, audit, and financial advisory services to an impressive client base of multinational and Australian businesses.

Established in 1941, Accru Felsers leads the German-Australian inbound market and is well known in the international business space. As part of the Accru Australia network, we are ranked the 25th largest accounting firm in Australia and recognised for excellent client service in the Client Choice Awards.

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Administrative Assistant to join our busy Audit Team. Responsibilities of the Administrative Assistant will include assisting in daily office needs and supporting the Team with general administrative tasks such as:

  • Using artificial intelligence for problem solving
  • Data analysis of financial information
  • Digital archiving of correspondence
  • Accurate and efficient recording of information

Your experience and attributes

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have experience with Microsoft Office applications
  • Have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Be a team player and also have a confident manner with the ability to work autonomously
  • Have well-developed interpersonal skills
  • Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in all matters

Whilst experience in a similar role is not essential, the candidate must have a strong work ethic and be receptive to training.

Our culture

Our team is talented, sociable, hardworking, and diverse. Social events and fun activities happen regularly, and you will find people at all levels friendly and supportive. Inclusiveness is fundamental to our culture, and we lead the accounting industry for gender and cultural diversity.

To apply, please forward a current resume and cover letter to Mira Bagtas, Team Assistant at mbagtas(at)accrusyd.com.au.

Please note, due to the high number of applications we anticipate, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in this position

Accru Felsers - Intermediate Auditor – Contract

About Us

Accru Felsers is a mid-tier Chartered Accounting firm with a long history of excellence. As part of an award-winning network, we help our clients’ businesses grow, thrive and generate wealth while managing financial risk and compliance.

We are proud of our culture which is built around supporting our employees, clients and community. We recognise the importance of flexible work arrangements and promote work-life balance, career development, inclusion, and equality.

The Opportunity

Each year between April and October we have opportunities for experienced external auditors. While we have opportunities outside of these months, this “busy period” is when the bulk of our clients’ financial statements are available for audit.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Intermediate Auditor to join our busy and growing team. Working within a fast-paced environment you will be involved with a diverse range of clients across a large range of industries.

You will have the opportunity to assist in the preparation of accounting advice, perform audit testing and provide tax support.

Your role as an Intermediate Auditor will see you working on multiple engagements to ensure professional and timely completion of audit assignments.  You will work closely with the Partners of our firm, as well as provide guidance to our junior auditors and review their work where necessary.

Your Experience and Attributes

To be considered for this role, you must be a motivated CA or CPA qualified (or near qualified) individual with at least 2 years accounting experience along with external audit and tax experience. You will have:

  • Experience as an Auditor in a busy practice with a good knowledge of auditing standards and financial reporting requirements for different entities
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and as part of a small close-knit team
  • Experience with CaseWare will be advantageous

What We Offer

This role has exposure to a great range of international and Australian businesses across a wide variety of industries. Flexible working hours, remote working, excellent training, experience with large multi-national clients are just a few of the benefits we offer.

Salary package is dependent on experience.

To apply, please forward a current resume, cover letter and copies of academic transcripts to Steven Zabeti, Partner at szabeti(at)accrusyd.com.au.

Please note, due to the high number of applications we anticipate, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Thank you for your interest in this position.

The Goethe-Institut in Melbourne - DEUTSCHLEHRER / DEUTSCHLEHRERINNEN

 

 

Das Goethe-Institut e. V. ist das weltweit tätige Kulturinstitut der Bundesrepublik Deutschland. Wir fördern die Kenntnis der deutschen Sprache im Ausland und pflegen die internationale kulturelle Zusammenarbeit. Wir vermitteln ein umfassendes aktuelles Deutschlandbild und informieren über das kulturelle, gesellschaftliche und politische Leben in Deutschland.


Einstellungsvoraussetzungen / Lehrerqualifikation

Wenn Sie

  • über eine australische Arbeitserlaubnis oder die australische Staatsbürgerschaft verfügen
  • einen fachbezogenen Hochschulabschluss, vorzugsweise DaF und/oder Germanistik, ggfs. andere fremdsprachliche Philologie haben
  • deutsche/r Muttersprachler/in sind oder über muttersprachliche Kompetenz im Deutschen verfügen,
  • DaF-Lehrerfahrung, vorzugsweise im Erwachsenenbereich, haben
  • ein/eine begeisterte/r und engagierte/r Lehrer/in sind

dann sind Sie vielleicht die Person, nach der wir suchen.

Einarbeitung / Hospitationsphase

  • Hospitation von mindestens vier Kurstreffen (12 UE)
  • Durchführung von mindestens einer Probeunterrichtseinheit von je 1 UE unter Aufsicht der betreuenden GI-Lehrkraft (mit Vor- und Nachbesprechung)


Bitte beachten Sie, dass das Goethe-Institut kein Visa-Sponsoring übernehmen kann.

Schicken Sie bitte Ihre Bewerbungsunterlagen an:

für Sydney: Eliza Doneva
mailto:eliza.doneva(at)goethe.de

für Melbourne: Kathrin McMillan
mailto:kathrin.mcmillan(at)goethe.de