Our Client Joblin Partners is proud to be representing a highly respected and well-established Australian resources company. With a reputation for operational stability and a strong growth outlook, this organisation is entering a pivotal transformation phase across its corporate functions - with payroll now a key strategic focus. Due to upcoming structural changes and a broader reform agenda, the business is seeking a technically strong and experienced Payroll Manager to lead payroll delivery, compliance, and uplift within its Brisbane-based corporate team. About the Role Reporting into senior corporate leadership, the Payroll Manager will own end-to-end payroll operations across ~1,300 employees, spanning multiple Enterprise Agreements, rosters, and pay cycles. You’ll oversee a small but experienced payroll team, drive improvements in system functionality and process integrity, and play an influential role in a major payroll technology upgrade commencing in the new year. This is a hands-on role suited to a candidate who thrives in complexity, takes ownership, and can step confidently into a change agent position. Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee all payroll operations across corporate and site-based employees, Manage and mentor a small payroll team, embedding accountability and structure, Ensure compliance with multiple enterprise agreements, awards, and legislation, Engage in system transformation, vendor selection, testing and implementation, Identify and reduce manual inputs through automation and process redesign, Collaborate across Finance, HR and operations to ensure accurate and timely outcomes, Provide input into audit, risk, and governance reviews relevant to payroll, Represent payroll in strategic projects and senior stakeholder forums. About You Proven experience in payroll leadership across multi-site or industrial operations, Strong knowledge of enterprise agreements, awards, and legislative compliance, Technically strong with deep hands-on capability across payroll systems, Confident leading a diverse team and engaging across senior finance and HR stakeholders, Exposure to payroll system upgrades or RFP processes is highly desirable, Sector experience in mining, construction, energy or agriculture will be highly regarded. Why Apply? This is a rare opportunity to step into a corporate leadership role in payroll with genuine influence. You’ll work directly with senior decision-makers, shape system reform, and lead a highly capable team during a meaningful period of change. You’ll be joining an organisation that values structure, accountability, and innovation - and you'll play a critical part in setting the standard for payroll excellence moving forward. Remuneration & Benefits Generous health and medical cover including $5K Medibank subsidy and $10K Medical Plus cover. Flexible work: 1–2 WFH days depending on pay cycle requirements. Brisbane Corporate Office position with occasional site visits as required. How to Apply Click "Apply" to submit your resume and cover letter. For a confidential discussion, contact Joblin Partners on (07) 3520 9635.