The HR & Payroll Officer provides administrative support across the human resources function, including compliance, reporting, employee lifecycle processes, recruitment, WorkCover claims management, and policy development. They are also responsible for managing end-to-end payroll processing on a weekly and monthly basis, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all relevant legislation and internal policies.
Human Resources
* Support the HR and Safety team with policy development, compliance, performance matters, and employee relations.
* Provide guidance to managers on HR policy application.
* Assist with organisational changes, including restructures, org charts, intranet updates, and internal communications.
* Manage and maintain the HRIS system.
* Review and update HR policies and procedures in collaboration with senior HR stakeholders.
* Develop supporting materials such as FAQs and fact sheets for policy rollouts.
* Ensure timely completion of performance management and KPI tracking processes.
* Assist with creating and updating position descriptions.
* Provide general HR administration and ad-hoc support as required.
* Coordinate employee service awards, staff events, and benefits programs.
* Manage uniform orders and distribution.
Payroll
* Accurately processes payroll and associated tasks in a timely manner.
* Manages and reconciles payroll tax, superannuation contributions, and general ledger entries.
* Prepares month-end and year-end reports, along with required documentation for staff and the ATO.
* Generates payroll reports for senior stakeholders, including the Chief of Staff and Accountant.
* Communicates with external agencies such as the ATO, Centrelink, and payroll software providers.
* Maintains and updates payroll and timekeeping systems.
* Oversees leave management, ensuring compliance and accurate processing of applications.
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
* Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
* 4+ years of experience across payroll and HR functions
* Proficient in HRIS and payroll/timekeeping systems (experience with UKG and Payroll Metrics is highly regarded)
* Solid understanding of payroll legislation, including tax, superannuation, and long service leave
* Demonstrated ability to develop and implement HR policies
* Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities
* Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality
* Resilient, proactive, and results-driven
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate to advanced level)
* Flexible and adaptable in dynamic environments