First Focus is Australia's best mid-market Managed Service Provider, bar none. We are growing fast and now have over 270 staff across Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, South Africa and Ireland. We are a stable and very focused company, with over 15 years of consistent growth and we're continuing to win new clients and evolve our solutions.

We pride ourselves on being a genuinely great place to work, with a dynamic culture, clear vision and strong leadership. We only hire the best people and are looking for an exceptional IT professional with a deep understanding of both Managed Services and the needs of mid-tier clients.

We are looking for the best Unified Communications Engineer in Australia. Why would such an amazing person consider coming to First Focus? What makes First Focus better than where you are today?

• We understand the challenges of UC specialists and work with you and our clients to make sure you still get the time and the opportunity to train and develop
• We seek the best clients for our team to work with as well as the best people to support our clients
• We know that great IT Engineering professionals value different things to field support (for example) - daily variety, great customer relationships and new challenges
• We find and retain the best. Best Service Desk, best Account Management, best Project Manager, best team!

Role

To be the right person for this role, you will have significant experience within the telecommunications industry and unified communications and have developed competence in a range of Unified Communications technologies. Specifically, you will have exposure to Mitel and be looking for your next big step. This role will give you the time and opportunities to grow your career.

In this role you will:

• Be involved in the scoping and delivery of UC solutions for SME and mid-sized customers
• Provide onsite and remote support for voice infrastructure and associated technologies
• Troubleshoot and resolve a wide range of Unified Communications problems
• Work with engineering teams on escalations of complex ongoing issues
• Contribute to on-prem and cloud deployments
• Resolve issues within IVR call flow scripting
• Write and update technical documentation/Knowledge Base articles

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• Solid technical understanding of the telecommunications space, particularly Unified Comms
• Significant exposure to leading UC vendors, ideally Mitel, although Avaya, Cisco etc would be considered
• Exposure to the some of the following technologies:
  • VMWare vCenter/ESXi
  • MiVoice Business
  • MiCollab and MiVoice Border Gateway
  • MiContact Centre Business
  • Networking (DHCP, Vlans, HP Switches, Meraki)
  • SIP Trunking/Devices
  • Fax over IP (FoIP)
• Have some exposure to cloud-based UCaaC solutions like Teams and Zoom
• Familiarity with SBC, ideally in Ribbon or Audio Codes would be viewed very favorably
• Be a self-motivated, autonomous team player - At First Focus we win together
• Be someone who demonstrates dedication coupled with a results-focused mindset
• To be a great communicator possessing outstanding spoken and written English skills

First Focus’ values are based around keeping everyone informed, aligned, supported, and rewarding performance. Some examples of this include:

• A competitive salary is on offer coupled with a broad range of other benefits
• All employees have free access to Uprise, including 1:1 coaching sessions from qualified psychologists or counsellors
• First Focus understands the importance of flexibility for a satisfying work-life balance, which is why we offer hybrid working arrangements
• ‘Never Stop Growing’ is deeply imbedded in our DNA - we offer 10 paid study days a year and support employees towards certifications and qualifications - we will not only pay for the exams you pass but will also give you a pay rise for achieving certs (conditions apply, of course)
• Staff are encouraged to take advantage of our weekly internal training sessions and library
• Opportunities for personal and professional development with our FastTrack mentor program
• We have our very own MAD (making a difference) Council, focusing on equality, charity, and the environme
• Regular social events and a great team culture!

First Focus welcomes applications from Neurodiverse candidates. We recommend & appreciate disclosure along with the application so that a copy of our Neurodiversity Statement can be provided outlining the flexible options we can offer to best showcase your skills.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Officer to join our finance team. This role provides flexibility within the Finance Department by supporting various financial functions, including but not limited to, processing credit applications, invoicing, debt collection, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, general cashiering duties and payroll duties.

As an integral member of our team, the Finance Officer will ensure accurate financial transactions and timely reporting to support the hotel’s operations.

Keys duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assisting with weekly payroll processes, from processing, reviewing and submitting for payment, to management and statutory reporting.
• Supporting the month-end closing process by preparing account reconciliations and assisting with journal entries.

• Helping manage daily cash receipts, including reconciling cash, cheques, and foreign currency transactions.
• Maintaining accurate records of cash floats and assisting with monthly cash audits.
• Assisting with invoicing, debt collection, and follow-ups as needed.
• Providing general support to the Finance team with ad hoc tasks and compliance requirements.

This role is ideal for someone with 2 years’ experience, who wants to develop their skills and gain exposure to various financial processes in a supportive team environment.

About Pinnacle College

Pinnacle College is a non-denominational, independent school (F-12) located in the northern suburbs of Adelaide. A distinctive feature of Pinnacle College is its diversity, it is a place where multicultural values and principles are actively supported and nurtured. Pinnacle College established its first campus at Gilles Plains in 2005, its second campus at Elizabeth East in 2010, and its third campus at Golden Grove in 2019.

About the Role

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced Learning Support Officers for a full time, fixed term contract position located at our Gilles Plains campus. This role will focus on support for primary level students. The Learning Support Officer will work as an integral part of our Inclusive Education Department in a range of classroom and student support activities which contribute to the achievement of literacy and numeracy based outcomes of students in the school.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to students with diverse learning needs.
• Work with classroom teachers to support the development of differentiated learning activities and assessments.
• Implement strategies and provide feedback to the Inclusive Education Coordinator and classroom teachers.
• Monitor student progress and adjust support strategies as necessary.
• Develop positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Attend and participate in relevant professional development to maintain up-to-date knowledge and understanding of learning support practices.

Essential Criteria

• Certificate III or higher in Education Support or similar.
• Experience working with students who have additional learning needs.
• A passion for inspiring students to learn.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.
• Flexibility and an ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to work with a variety of IT software platforms.
• A commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of the College.
• Working with Children Check.

Child Safety Statement

• Pinnacle College is committed to child safety.
• We want children to be safe, happy and empowered.
• We support and respect all children, as well as our staff and volunteers.
• We are committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children.
• We have zero tolerance of child harm, and all allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures.
• We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we are worried about a child’s safety, which we follow rigorously.

Location: Gilles Plains
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract, Full Time
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0
Base Salary Range: $56,095.75 - $70,973.76
Adjusted Salary Range: $47,762.04 - $60,429.73
Weeks of Paid Leave: 11
Hours of Work: 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Contract Start Date: 20/01/2025
Contract End Date: 12/12/2025

About Loam

At Loam, we have the earth in our hands. As a team of scientists, farmers, and entrepreneurs, we are on a mission to revolutionise agriculture and address climate change. Through our cutting-edge microbial technology, we are enhancing soil health, boosting crop yields, and sequestering carbon to create a sustainable future for farming. We are committed to empowering farmers and promoting regenerative practices that benefit both the environment and their bottom line.

As a fast-growing agricultural startup, Loam offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment where innovation and passion thrive. We embrace diversity and believe that our collective expertise and shared commitment can make a significant impact on the global agricultural landscape.

Join us on this exciting journey as we transform agriculture and build a sustainable future together.

About the Role

We are seeking an WHS Officer to join our Workplace Health & Safety team focusing on supporting laboratory, field, office and remote work. Reporting to the Global WHS Manager, you will ensure our operations uphold Loam’s commitment to safety as well as adhere to requirements under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011. In this role, you will be entrusted with executing the global WHS strategy throughout Loam’s Australian operations.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the implementation, training and recordkeeping for requirements under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 for Loam’s Australian operations
• Maintenance of risk register and frequent reporting through to global and leadership structures 
• Serve as regional subject matter expert in WHS matters, leading risk assessments, emergency coordination, incident investigations & prevention efforts, and supporting the workplace injury return to work program
• Drive policy and procedure development, review and implementation at a national level
• Lead workplace health & safety committees, WHS representative consultations and initiatives 
• Develop team-based resources including SOPs, checklists, toolbox talk scripts, briefings and other related materials 
• Design and implement comprehensive WHS training programs including facilitating inductions, training sessions, coordinating external training and delivering computer based training
• Drive a strong culture of person-centred safety throughout the company by engaging with our diverse global team of employees, company leaders, and external partners
• Coordinate the regional emergency management team’s efforts
• Be responsible for contractor onboarding at Loam sites and partner sites, ensuring inductions and training is appropriately delivered 
• Administer site waste management programs in accordance with state and local requirements

• Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent skills, knowledge and experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Australian WHS Act 201; Certificate IV in Work Health & Safety or working towards preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, written & oral communication skills
• Experience in both agricultural and laboratory settings preferred
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment including in office, laboratory and agricultural settings
• A proactive approach to identifying and solving problems 
• Valid Driver's Licence

• Fast-growing start-up with many opportunities for capacity building and career development.
• Work alongside leading scientists and innovators in an international organisation.
• Enjoy an inclusive and supportive culture.
• Competitive salary based on experience.

Why you should join us:

We're tackling some of the most challenging issues of our time, and we're doing it with a team that's passionate about making a difference. If you're looking for a role where you can use your skills to contribute to a mission that matters, we'd love to hear from you.

Loam Bio is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic.