Offene Positionen

The German-Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (AHK) is seeking a pro-active and enthusiastic Analyst – Cluster Energy for our Sydney office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on professional to join a small but versatile organisation and to work in an industry-focused environment with a collaborative and supportive culture. The role is a unique opportunity to work across energy and hydrogen projects. Come and join a dynamic membership-based organisation.

Your key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Active engagement with energy stakeholders in Australia and Germany, including from industry, government and academia in order to develop professional networks for the Chamber as well as analyse and influence developments relevant for the bilateral relationship.
• Active development and stakeholder engagement for the German-Australian Hydrogen Alliance. This can include representing the Alliance, developing proposals for monetarisation, and growing a deep understanding of bilateral hydrogen activities.
• Proactively identify and approach potential new members through research and by follow-up existing leads.
• Support of all energy-related publicly funded projects. This includes application, planning, forecasting, execution in collaboration with other relevant team members in close coordination and collaboration with multiple stakeholders in both countries.
• Support of Energy-related market entry services, including business representation, market reports, GPV and other cluster-related market entry services.
• Engagement with and service of existing and potential members.
• General office administration support.

Reporting directly to the Cluster Manager - Energy.

Requirements for job:

• Passionate about energy transition 
• Accomplished professional with a degree in Business, Science, or related field
• Relevant work experience in business development, sales support, or with a membership-based organisation; ideally in the Energy sector 
• Experience in the organisation of trade delegations or other projects
• Excellent organisational skills and project coordination skills
• Deliver results and successfully close procedures according to brief
• Ability to handle tight deadlines and negotiation skills
• Professional people skills and phone manner
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and German
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Interest in German-Australian business relations and its advancement
• Experience with small and medium-sized companies a plus
• Ability to occasionally travel domestically and internationally for delegations and conferences

We offer

• A diverse and exciting international work environment, driven by our industry network of member companies and stakeholders
• A competitive salary and development opportunities
• A collaborative work culture, flat hierarchies, and an ‘open-door’ environment
• Flexible working hours (in coordination with the team and work requirements)
• Office location in Sydney’s CBD and working from home arrangements.

Applicants need to be Australian citizens/permanent residents or have a visa with full and unrestricted work rights (no working holiday visa).

Application deadline: 31 January 2025

Start date: February 2025

Contact: Cluster Manager - Energy, Florence Lindhaus, florence.lindhaus(at)germany.org.au

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

The German-Australian Chamber of Industry and Commerce (AHK) is the official representative body for German business and trade in Australia. The Chamber promotes bilateral trade, advises German and Australian companies on market developments and supports the expansion of their business networks. As a not-for-profit organisation, the Chamber has more than 300 member companies from all industry sectors and each year organises numerous events, trade missions and conferences and is an active communicator via a variety of digital channels.

• Bereich:            Events und Marketing
• Dauer:               6 Monate 
• Start:                 2025
• Standort:         Sydney

Als PraktikantIn in unserer Marketing und Events Abteilung, unterstützt du aktiv Initiativen, die Branding, Communications, Networking und Mitgliederverknüpfung im Vordergrund haben.

Deine Aufgaben im Detail:

Events:

• Unterstützung bei der Organisation, Durchführung und Nachbereitung von in-person und online Veranstaltungen
• Mithilfe bei der Konzept- und Designphase von Einladungen, Ticketverkaufsplatform und Präsentationen
• Begleitung bei Gesprächen mit Lieferanten und Kunden
• Teilnahme an Location Besichtigungen und Unterstützung im Vergleich von Angeboten
• Selbstständige Bearbeitung der Anmeldungen (Namensänderungen, Stornierungen, Teilnehmerlisten)
• Registrierung der Gäste und Mithilfe bei Veranstaltungen
• Redaktioneller Beitrag über Veranstaltungen
• Pflege von Kontaktdaten im CRM
• Administrative Tätigkeiten
• Unterstützung bei der strategischen Planung und Auswertung von Teilnehmern und Mitgliederengagement

 Marketing:

• Unterstützung Content Creation für Social Media (mit Fokus auf LinkedIn und Facebook)
• Pflege der Website (auch in Hinblick auf SEO)
• Unterstützung bei der Erstellung von Newslettern
• Copywriting für diverse abteilungsübergreifende Projekte je nach Bedarf (Flyer und Broschüren, Presseberichte, Social Media, Projektzusammenfassungen)
• Unterstützung der Umsetzung von Brand Guidelines und Tone of Voice
• Monatliche Analyse der Marketing Performance durch Aktualisierung und Evaluierung des Marketing Reports

Ihre Aufgaben erfüllen Sie in enger Abstimmung mit dem Events und Marketing 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
• Kenntnisse in Eventbrite, Sprout Social, Typo3 oder Zoom sind von Vorteil
• 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 Ihren CV und Anschreiben an events(at)germany.org.au.

Wir freuen uns auf Ihre Bewerbung.

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.

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.

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

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  

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

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

Verwaltungsleiter/in

(Vollzeit, unbefristet)

Die German International School Sydney (GISS) sucht derzeit einen erfahrenen, engagierten und leidenschaftlichen Verwaltungsleiter, der spätestens bis Juni 2024 unserem Team beitritt.

GISS ist eine kleine internationale Schule, die ein zweisprachiges Bildungsprogramm (Deutsch und Englisch) von der Vorschule bis zum zweisprachigen IB-Diplom anbietet. Sie ist von NESA registriert und von der Bundesrepublik Deutschland als Deutsche Auslandsschule akkreditiert.

Die Schule ist eine hoch angesehene koedukative Schule mit einer reichen Geschichte qualitativ hochwertiger Bildung und strebt danach, einen angenehmen Arbeitsplatz für ihr Personal zu bieten.

Über die Rolle:

Der Verwaltungsleiter überwacht die Verwaltungsfunktion der Schule und ist ein hoch geschätztes Mitglied des leitenden Führungsteams der GISS. Als Leiter eines Teams von 8 Mitarbeitern bietet sich hier eine seltene Gelegenheit, zur Innovation der Verwaltungsfunktion beizutragen.

Der Verwaltungsleiter hat eine gemeinsame Berichtslinie zum Schulvorstand für finanzielle und Compliance-Angelegenheiten sowie zum Schulleiter für Angelegenheiten der täglichen Verwaltung. Sie werden die Möglichkeit haben, in einer multikulturellen Gemeinschaft in einer inklusiven Umgebung zu arbeiten.

Hauptverantwortlichkeiten:

• Strategisches Management der Finanzen der Schule. Dies umfasst die Erstellung und Umsetzung des jährlichen Budgets.
• Finanzberichterstattung einschließlich monatlicher Berichterstattung an den Vorstand.
• Vorstand der Gesellschaft Sekretariatsaufgaben.
• Regierungsberichterstattung und -compliance;
• Arbeitsschutz; Unterstützung bei Personalangelegenheiten.
• Leitung des Verwaltungsteams einschließlich, aber nicht beschränkt auf, des Registrars, der Marketing- und IT-Abteilung sowie des Gebäude- und Geländemanagements.
• Förderung positiver Gemeinschafts- und Geschäftsbeziehungen und Sicherstellung, dass die Schule jederzeit positiv repräsentiert wird.

Um in dieser Rolle erfolgreich zu sein, sollten Sie folgendes nachweisen können:

• CA- oder CPA-Qualifikation bevorzugt, aber nicht zwingend erforderlich.
• Vorherige Erfahrung im operativen Management einer Schule.
• Grundkenntnisse in Buchhaltungspraktiken, Personalmanagement und Arbeitsbeziehungen sowie Kenntnisse über Arbeitsschutzgesetze.
• Nachgewiesene Führungserfahrung.
• Solide Kenntnisse in Managementinformationssystemen.
• Ausgezeichnete Englischkenntnisse. Obwohl nicht zwingend erforderlich, wären fließende Deutschkenntnisse von Vorteil.
• Die Fähigkeit, partnerschaftlich mit Mitarbeitern, Schülern und Eltern zusammenzuarbeiten.
• WWCC-Freigabe (Working with Children Check).

Wichtig: Bewerber müssen alle oben genannten Kriterien erfüllen, um für diese Position infrage zu kommen.

Bewerbung:

Wenn Sie an dieser Stelle interessiert sind, sende Sie bitte Ihre Bewerbung an die folgende Email: Jobs(at)giss.nsw.edu.au.

Bewerbungen als ein einziges PDF-Dokument sollten enthalten:

• Ein Anschreiben, in dem die Gründe für Ihre Bewerbung um diese Position erläutert werden.
• Einen aktuellen Lebenslauf, der Ihre Erfahrungen klar darlegt, insbesondere in Bezug auf die oben genannten Fähigkeiten und Fertigkeiten.
• Alle zusätzlichen Informationen, die Sie einreichen möchten.

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 Service Technician / NSW.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person 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 focused, a” can do” attitude and a strong work ethic with the responsible for the installation and service of our range of Holzher Machines.

The successful applicant should have:

• prior experience or exposure in the woodworking and panel processing industry 
• Be mechanically minded with an understanding of electrical/engineering principals, as well as the ability to fault find
• Install, Service and troubleshooting Edgebanding and CNC machines for new and existing customers onsite
• Produce timely and detailed service reports and document processes
• Be willing to travel not just within NSW but other states if and when required
• Perform scheduled service visits as well as emergency call-outs
• Be able to maintain customer relations and meet their expectations.
• Be available for some overseas travel
• Strong electrical fault-finding skills, mechanical aptitude, and familiarity with technical installation work of high-end equipment.
• Experience in industries such as wood, stone, vehicles, cranes or trade machinery
• Background in installation or servicing of mechanical and technical machines.
• Qualifications in electrical, electronics, mechanical or engineering are highly desirable.

Are you a hands-on professional with a can-do attitude? We are seeking someone with industry experience and a background in machine repair or service. Ongoing training, support and mentoring will be provided.

A competitive remuneration package and a fully maintained company vehicle, will be offered, commensurate with the skills and ability of the successful candidate.

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!

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

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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:

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

Talentor's client is one of Europe's leading manufacturer and looking for a Managing Director Oceania.

Key Mission:
The Managing Director will provide overall strategic, administrative, operations, and sales leadership for both the Australian company and New Zealand operation. The role will drive the development and execution of the firm’s go-to-market strategy, expand distribution channels, and improve relationships with existing distribution partners, all while ensuring profitability.

Scope of Duties:

• The Managing Director exercises full P&L responsibility for the organization.
• Development of business plans and sales strategy for products for the market that ensure attainment of company sales goals and profitability.
• Provide overall leadership to the company, working in close coordination with headquarters in Europe, with the main focus on leading the company’s sales activities.
• Lead and represent the company towards all stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, associations, authorities, courts, government entities, and other third parties.
• Maintain close cooperation and communication with headquarters in Europe. This includes:
  • Execution of the Sales and Marketing strategy agreed upon with headquarters.
  • Close communication with the International Sales Manager at headquarters.
  • Regular financial and business reviews with the CEO, CFO, and Head of Sales at headquarters.
• Oversee and guide structural setup and expansion of dealerships; take responsibility for dealer management and development, discounting policies, annual plans of dealer activities, as well as bonus programs.
• Assist dealer sales team with the development of both current and new dealers through the implementation of sound business plans and take action to assist in the implementation of established initiatives.
• Develop and communicate company sales policies and assure compliance to the Dealer Agreement(s) and Terms Schedule(s). Provide feedback as necessary regarding any changes required.
• Exercise responsibility for developing, leading, and managing the Area Sales Managers’ financial plan targets, ensuring that the appropriate measures and actions are implemented to achieve objectives.
• Travel as needed to maintain relationships with key customers, agents, and dealers.
• Develop and participate in conducting new product introductions, dealer/customer product information meetings, trade shows, and special events.
• Recruit, recommend, hire, develop, and evaluate performance of all staff in consultation with the CEO and executive board in Europe.
• Develop, recommend, and implement process control procedures to ensure standards are met with regard to order fulfillment and after-sales processes.
• Create an empowering and engaging environment that attracts and retains the best talent and enables them to perform their best and deliver for the company.
• Continuously improve the Sales team’s efficiency and effectiveness while maintaining a cohesive team culture with strong positive engagement.
• Develop performance standards and key indicators for ensuring optimal performance. Monitor and report departmental performance and enact change when necessary.
• Amend or develop company policies and procedures where necessary, and oversee compliance.

Professional Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years demonstrated sales leadership experience with proven success developing and motivating a sales force, driving deals, and negotiating pricing and conditions of industrial machinery/components directly to companies or through a distribution network.
• Relevant knowledge of agriculture, construction, farming, or equipment industry as well as a proven track record of developing and maintaining dealer relations; specific experience with related agricultural equipment is highly advantageous.
• Solid technical understanding as well as a high level of communication and intercultural skills.
• Background building deep customer relationships and converting those relationships into increased sales and top-line growth.
• Experience with, and willingness to travel frequently, nationally and internationally.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate strategies and turn them into clear compelling, actionable plans that deliver year on year growth.
• Advantageous, but not required - International and intercultural experience, especially background working for a European company.

For further information:
Contact Name: Sachin Khisti
Email Id: Sachin.khisti(at)Talentor.com

Job posted on 2 December 2024

About Weidmüller

Weidmüller, a family-owned German company, has been a recognised brand in the Australian and New Zealand industry for over 50 years for providing some of the best connectivity, automation, and electrical solutions to the market. With a long history of quality and prompt service, our valued long-term customers are built upon the level of service and respect we have maintained throughout the decades.

The purpose of the role

Ensuring the ongoing professional contributions to customer satisfaction and engagement is the core driving factor for the Customer Service Manager to lead the team into a new generational change. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop and grow alongside Weidmüller’s direction and vision it sees for the future. With new changes in technology and processes both internally and externally, in the role of Customer Service Manager you will be able to shape and develop the team to into the core hub of the company’s interaction with customers, distributors, and internal teams.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and oversee a team of customer support officers.

• Provide technical and solution offers for customer requirements.

• Support our external sales teams with their requirements and assist in sales development and solution building in conjunction with our custom assembly team.

• Develop and take to the next level the support for customers and distributors on all Weidmuller products and services.

• Maintain the high-quality standard of accurate and timely assistance to our valued customers.

• Processing of phone, email, or web orders.

• Work directly with our distributor and customer base by providing assistance for pricing, availability, delivery, and application guidance.

• Opportunities in working with new and exciting product ranges (such as EV chargers) and providing your own contribution to our internal and external sales team

Skills and qualifications

• Enthusiastic team player with a proactive attitude and a keen willingness to learn.

• Strongly customer-focused with a proactive approach.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience in managing customer relationships.

• Resilient with proven problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred qualifications

• SAP experience (on-site training will be provided)

• Basic knowledge of products in the electrical and automation industry

Please send your application to Robert Klicek Robert.Klicek(at)Weidmueller.com