We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.
Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‐edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.
About us
Woolpert is a global leader in Architecture, Engineering, and Geospatial (AEG), with a deep rooted and growing presence across Australia, building on our rich heritage as AAM employing nearly 300 people across the APAC region. We are recognised as a Top 100 Global Design and Geospatial firm, Woolpert delivers leading‐edge solutions in aerial mapping, surveying, and digital solutions for some of Asia‐Pacific's largest resources, infrastructure and environmental projects.
The 'Woolpack' fosters a culture of innovation, inclusion, and ownership—exemplified by our celebrated Principal Program, which offers all employees, regardless of role or employment type, the opportunity to become company owners and share in the company's growing success. This program rewards leadership, high performance, and initiative, and is a cornerstone of Woolpert's commitment to empowering its people and expanding diverse leadership.
Great Place to Work
We're proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work for the 9th time! We invest in advanced tools and professional development to empower our teams. Built on trust, respect, and shared success, our culture makes Woolpert more than a workplace it's a community.
The opportunity with us as a Payroll Officer
Following an internal appointment, we're growing and are now looking for a Payroll Officer to join our high-performing team. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for delivering accurate payroll across Woolpert APAC. This is a permanent full-time position with hybrid work arrangements. You may choose to be based in our Sydney or Melbourne office for this role.
You will be:
* Processing end-to-end payroll including fortnightly and monthly cycles.
* Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation including superannuation, payroll tax and applicable awards.
* Onboarding new employees and processing terminations.
* Preparing Superannuation reconciliations and lodging payments including the Corporate Superannuation Funds.
* Handling payroll queries and month‐end tasks.
* Producing regular payroll reports for stakeholders.
We're looking for someone who has:
* At least 2 years' experience in a similar position.
* Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise with stakeholders across all levels.
* Ownership of processes with a focus on delivering outcomes.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
* Understanding of Modern Awards and EBA interpretations.
* Exposure to payroll in New Zealand, Singapore and Malaysia.
* NetSuite or Dayforce exposure, particularly Zone Payroll.
* Want to earn long-term rewards that reflect your impact? Woolpert's Principal Program gives employees the opportunity to become stakeholders in the company and benefit directly from its growth and success.
* Want surety for your income? Woolpert employees benefit from automatic Salary Continuance Insurance provided by the company.
* Want to make the most of your salary? Woolpert offers novated leasing and salary sacrifice options to help you get more value from your income.
* Thinking of advancing your studies? Woolpack members wanting to continue their formal education with role related courses have access to reimbursements and study leave options to assist with their studies.
* Need flexibility with where you work? Subject to operational requirements Woolpert offer flexible work arrangements.
* Looking after your wellbeing? Woolpert employees and their immediate family members have access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program, along with our discounted voluntary corporate health insurance through Bupa.
We value diversity and inclusion at Woolpert and are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from First Nations peoples.
As this is a full-time role, this role requires individuals with Full Working Rights in Australia. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Woolpert is an equal‐opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. You may view more about EEO on our website: Equal-Employment-Opportunity-The-Law.pdf and EEO is the Law Poster Supplement.
Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting askhr@woolpert.com.
If you need to reschedule or cancel your interview, please reach out to your recruiter by contacting recruiting@woolpert.com.
To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of Woolpert or any of our subsidiaries about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee at Woolpert via email, the internet, or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of Woolpert, unless such search firms/employment agencies were engaged by Woolpert's Talent Acquisition Team for this requisition and a valid agreement is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of Woolpert's applicant process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.
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