About the role

We're seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Officer to deliver accurate, compliant, and high-quality payroll services while providing specialist payroll expertise across the organisation. Based at Newstead, this is a maximum-term contracts (12 months).

As a subject matter expert, you will manage complex payroll matters, champion compliance, support continuous improvement initiatives, and mentor team members to ensure service excellence.

Salary range: $93,103 - $102,572 per annum and +

What you'll be doing

- Manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Interpret and apply awards, EBAs, legislation, taxation, and employment conditions.
- Resolve complex payroll issues and act as an escalation point for enquiries.
- Conduct audits, reconciliations, and data integrity checks.
- Partner with Finance, HR Systems, and Rostering teams to improve payroll processes.
- Monitor legislative changes and implement required process and system updates.
- Coach and mentor Payroll Officers and contribute to team capability development.
- Lead and support payroll improvement projects, system upgrades, and change initiatives.

About you

- Extensive experience in end-to-end payroll processing within a complex environment.
- Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, awards, EBAs, taxation, and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated experience resolving complex payroll issues and driving process improvements.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and coaching skills.
- Experience using Aurion, Kronos, and payroll reconciliation tools.
- A team-oriented approach with a strong focus on accuracy, customer service, and continuous improvement.

Why join us?

is Queensland's largest not-for-profit healthcare provider,



delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We're leaders in , , and - and it's our people who make the difference.

We're looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you'll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.

- Increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industry-leading training and career development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few!)
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient, discounted on-site parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- Join Queensland's Largest and Most Cutting-edge Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.

Be part of something bigger. . #GetBetterWithMater

Direct applications only - we are not engaging recruitment agencies at this time. All successful candidates may be required to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

Mater offers a safe, supportive, flexible and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Visit our .

Mater ensures all children have an environment suitable for their safety and wellbeing through proper supervision and safeguarding practices.

Advertised: 31 Jul 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 16 Aug 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

📌 Senior Payroll Officer (Newstead)
🏢 Mater
📍 Newstead