* $116,741+ 12% superannuation
* A switched on role with flexibility
* Full time, permanent position
About the Opportunity
As our People Data and Systems Administrator, you'll play an important role in keeping our HR management -(SAP SuccessFactors) and Time & Attendance (EmpLive) systems running at their best. You will be helping our teams work confidently, efficiently, and with the information they need at their fingertips.
You'll be the go-to person for coordinating system activities across the People program, Information Management, and our trusted vendors, making sure updates, upgrades, and new modules land seamlessly. With a strong mix of technical capability and a people-first mindset, you'll help design, test, and enhance system configuration, workflows, permissions, and processes so they truly meet the needs of our organisation.
Troubleshooting and problem-solving will be part of your day-to-day, but you won't be doing it alone. Your partnerships with SMEs, IM, and vendors will help keep issues resolved and improvements on track. You'll also champion continuous improvement by identifying & prioritising opportunities to enhance the user experience and supporting the business with accurate data and reporting, meaningful insights, and practical training that builds confidence across the People Program.
If you enjoy the connection between systems and people, fostering clear and open communication with cross functional stakeholders, building strong working relationships, and improving outcomes for all, this opportunity is the perfect blend of technical challenge and people-focused impact.
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About You
To be successful in this role you will have:
* Ability to provide expert advice to a variety of stakeholders.
* Sound understanding and experience in providing application support and maintenance.
* Substantial experience in packaged application software management and support.
* Experience working with SAP SuccessFactors and/or EmpLive (highly desirable)
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities to achieve high-quality outcomes on time.
* Ability to build and develop simple and powerful business-focused solutions.
* Energy and personal style to collaborate and influence across all levels to create awareness and traction around the adoption of IM strategies.
* Demonstrated ability for innovative and creative solution creation, across complex issues that may impact the whole Organisation.
* Ability to build and develop simple and powerful business-focused solutions.
About Us
Located in the geographic heart of Kaurna Country, the City of Adelaide celebrates its cultural heritage, unique natural surrounds and structures its footprint in a way that allows it to adapt to the changing needs of the community and a dynamic global landscape. Our focus is on our community's wellbeing and quality of life - investing in city improvements and on future planning, so we continue to design a liveable city where future generations can continue to live authentic and meaningful lives. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and be a bigger part of our amazing city
At the City of Adelaide, we thrive in an environment that is welcoming, inclusive and safe, and celebrates difference. We value and embrace our diverse perspectives and recognise the value diversity has in fuelling innovation and enabling brilliant experiences for our diverse community.
For Further Enquiries & How to Apply
All enquiries regarding this position will remain private and confidential and can be directed to Alexandra Anderson on
Please submit a Resume and a Cover Letter expressing the skills, experience and qualities you can bring to this position addressed to Alexandra Anderson, Lead Payroll Services.
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Applications close at 11.59pm, 30 November 2025.
Please be advised this is a full-time permanent position, with a starting salary at the Level 7 classification commencing at $116, % superannuation.
As part of the recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check.
We continue to work hard to ensure our recruitment process is safe for people of diverse backgrounds.
Please note, applications received via the email address below will not be considered. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. Our commitment to inclusivity means we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and candidates from with a range of lived experiences. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with our People Services team on