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