Posted: 27/04/2026 Closing Date: 27/05/2026 Job Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: Kingaroy, QLD Job Category: Accounting and Finance
The opportunity
As the Payroll Support Officer, you will report directly to the Group Payroll Manager and be a key member of the payroll team for operations based in Kingaroy and servicing a number of external sites. This function provides accurate weekly payroll processing and associated daily, weekly and monthly reporting. You must be available to work full-time, Monday to Friday. This is a 6-month secondment position with the possibility of extension at the end of the contract.
Key Requirements to be considered for the roles include
* Must be self-driven and have the ability to work autonomously and adhere to strict deadlines
* Previous experience with payroll functions – highly regarded
* Previous knowledge in interpretation of industrial instruments – EBA, Award, etc
* Proficiencies with data entry and Microsoft Office, in particular Excel and Word
* Complete Time Target edits on a daily basis as directed by Department Managers/Supervisors
* Input of leave form applications into Time Target
* Maintain Employee records within Time Target including adjustments to pay rates, departments and roles
* Add information for new employees within Time Target
* Thorough knowledge of industrial instruments in place within the group (EBA, MECA etc.)
* Thorough working knowledge of the Time Target system including rostering, logging of errors/issues through Time Target Support, and award interpretation.
* Understanding of Workcover Payments and lodgement of Workcover Partials online.
* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
* Honesty and trustworthy service to the business
* Understanding of Taxation laws and superannuation in relation to payroll functions
* Attention to detail is essential
Who we are
Swickers Kingaroy Bacon Factory is an export meat processing facility, based in the South Burnett Region and is ideally located just 2 - 3 hours’ drive to Brisbane, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast and Fraser Coast. Swickers has been in operation in Kingaroy for over 50 years and today employs approximately 800 employees.
As part of the Sunpork Group, Swickers is a state-of-the-art processing facility specialising solely in the production of fresh pork and distributing it widely across Australia and internationally. Swickers processes 95% of all Queensland’s pork production, including the production of various pork value-add products for consumers worldwide. Swickers is the largest Australian owned pork processor and continues to be a market leader in pork production.
What we offer
By joining us, you will join a team – passionate about producing the best quality Aussie pork for Aussie plates. At Swickers we promote:
* Full time, competitive salary
* Excellent professional development opportunities.
* Employee wellbeing benefits, including discounts to 400+ retailers.
Job Description
SunPork Group is Australia’s leading farmer-owned and operated pork producer, committed to delivering the highest quality fresh Australian pork to market. With over 1,500 employees across 52 locations in Australia and New Zealand, we take pride in being a trusted name in the industry.
We’re passionate about what we do through our commitment to growth, to our people and to the responsible and ethical care of our animals—ensuring their wellbeing and health and comfort is at the heart of everything we do.
In joining us, you will become part of an ever-growing business – passionate about producing the best quality Aussie pork for Aussie plates – from farm to plate.
Desired Skills and Experience
What we’re looking for
Swickers has established an efficient, highly skilled yet diversified team. As a key member you will:
* Strict confidentiality at all times regarding personal and wages information
* Attention to detail
* Time Management skills
SunPork is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.