27 Nov
Department of Industry, Science, Energy & Resources
Canberra
- Canberra
- Applications close, 10 December 2025
- The salary range for this role is $98,716 - $107,053
About the Department
The Department of Industry, Science and Resources and our broader portfolio are integral to the Australian Government’s economic agenda. Our purpose is to help the government build a better future for all Australians through enabling a productive, resilient and sustainable economy, enriched by science and technology. We do this by:
- Growing creative & competitive businesses, industries and regions
- Investing in science and technology
- Strengthening the resources sector.
The APS and the department offer a clear direction and meaningful work. You will be able to create positive impact in people’s lives whilst contributing to improved outcomes for Australia and our people.
If you would like to feel a strong connection to your work and you are accountable, committed and open to change, join us in shaping Australia’s future.
Please see the APSC’s APS Employee Value Proposition for more information on the benefits and value of employment within the APS.
About the team
The Aurion System Support Team, part of the Shared Services Hub within the Financial & Shared Services Branch of the Department of Industry, delivers high-quality services to client agencies with a strong focus on payroll operations, system administration, and continuous improvement.
Our key functions include:
- Leading and coordinating client pay runs to ensure accuracy and timeliness
- Managing and scheduling Aurion system operations for optimal performance
- Maintaining system access and generating reports to support business needs
- Supporting end-of-financial-year processing and compliance activities
- Implementing pay increases and increments for DISR and client agencies
- Driving system maintenance and enhancements to improve efficiency and reliability
- Engaging with clients and stakeholders to deliver exceptional service and build strong partnerships
Our ideal candidate
Leadership Attributes
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills, with a proven ability to mentor and develop staff
- Advanced knowledge of Aurion system administration and payroll operations
- Strategic thinking and planning capabilities
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence
Personal Characteristics
An effective Aurion System Administrator demonstrates:
- Proven leadership and team coordination capabilities, fostering collaboration and accountability
- Resilience and adaptability in managing competing priorities and responding to change
- Proactive approach to driving process improvements and supporting organisational transformation
- Analytical mindset with the ability to make sound, evidence-based decisions
- Clear and confident communication, ensuring strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management
- Integrity and commitment to compliance, privacy, and governance standards
- Collaborative attitude, with a focus on mentoring and developing others
- Strategic awareness, aligning actions with broader organisational objectives
- Consistent demonstration of APS6-level behaviours in line with the Integrated Leadership System (ILS)
What you will do
As an Aurion System Administrator, you will leverage your expertise in Aurion system administration to lead scheduled activities and support the team in delivering timely and accurate payroll services. You will be responsible for coordinating team efforts, managing priorities, and ensuring integrity, compliance, and continuous improvement across the Aurion application.
Key responsibilities include:
- Support complex system queries and escalations, acting as a point of expertise
- Lead and coordinate scheduling of Shared Services Aurion Payrun activities, ensuring deadlines are met and resources are effectively allocated
- Demonstrate advanced Aurion system administration skills, including managing system operations, troubleshooting complex issues, and implementing enhancements
- Provide leadership and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture
- Establish clear plans and timeframes for project and task delivery,
ensuring alignment with team and organisational goals
- Monitor and manage team workload, negotiating responsibilities and supporting staff development in conjunction with your EL1
- Act as a subject matter expert for Aurion, supporting escalations
- Support complex system queries and escalations
- Drive process improvements and contribute to strategic planning and business delivery activities
- Maintain documentation and procedures, ensuring consistency and compliance
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors, clients, and other government agencies
- Contribute to broader Shared Services Hub initiatives, including reporting, audit, and capability development
Eligibility
To be eligible for employment in the APS and the department, candidates must be Australian Citizens.
Positions require a Baseline security clearance and successful candidates will be required to obtain and maintain a clearance at this level.
Notes
While the position is based in Canberra, opportunities to work out of our state office will be considered.
A merit pool may be established and used to fill future vacancies within 18 months from the date the vacancy was first advertised in the Gazette.
Application information
Your application must not contain any classified or sensitive information. This includes in your application responses, CV and any other documents. The selection panel may not consider applications containing classified information.
Please provide a pitch explaining how your skills, knowledge and experience will be relevant to this role and why you are the best candidate for the position. Your pitch can contain no more than 750 words and should align to the key duties listed above.
Please complete your application online and provide your current CV with your application. (CVs must be in .doc, .docx, or .pdf format).
Accessible application documentation is available in other formats on request. Please contact [email protected] or (02) 6276 1235 if you require assistance with your application.
Please refer to our Applying for a position information for additional information on how to apply.
Contact Information
For more information regarding this opportunity, please contact Skye Duffy on 02 6276 1273 or via email on [email protected]
📌 Aurion System Administrator (Canberra)
🏢 Department of Industry, Science, Energy & Resources
📍 Canberra
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