Job Description

ERP SAP Principal Specialist

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Our QLD Government client is seeking a energetic ERP SAP Principal Specialist to help shape and deliver SAP roadmaps, drive complex People Services transformations, and lead major SAP platform initiatives across a large, public sector environment. You'll play a critical role influencing leaders, guiding solution delivery, and advancing ERP excellence for a diverse, high-profile workforce.

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Base pay range

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A$1,000.00/daily - A$1,250.00/daily

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Key responsibilities

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- Provide functional leadership across all core SAP HCM modules (Payroll, Time Management, Personnel Admin, Org Management, Analytics, SuccessFactors) and ensure alignment to strategic business needs.
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- Manage, mentor, and grow high-performing SAP functional teams—including internal consultants, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.
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- Define and execute functional roadmaps, solution architectures, and delivery frameworks (incl. SAP Activate) for major projects and continuous improvement.
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- Develop, implement, and uphold Master Data Governance standards (data ownership, quality, policy, lifecycle, and integration).
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- Drive and assure best practice in functional solution design, testing, data migration, service transition, reporting, and ongoing support.
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- Act as the key bridge between People, Payroll, Technology, EH&S;, Finance, and Asset Management teams.
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- Represent People Services interests in S/4HANA migration, implementation, or enhancement programs.
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- Build enduring relationships with highly engaged business leaders and external service providers.
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Qualifications

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- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field (HR, IT, Business or similar).
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- Current SAP certification in a relevant SAP HCM module.
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- Substantial hands-on experience as a senior SAP Functional Consultant, Solution Architect, or similar within large, complex, or public sector organisations.
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- Demonstrated success in end-to-end SAP projects, with proven expertise in SAP HCM (Payroll, Time, Org Management, SuccessFactors) and complex integration environments.
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- Deep understanding of Master Data Governance principles and execution.
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- Proven leadership ability: you empower teams, influence at all levels, and manage demanding stakeholder portfolios.
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- Outstanding communication, project delivery, and strategic thinking capabilities.
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- High professionalism and governance acumen, especially in regulated or government settings.
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To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Jack McDougall at 07 3339 5611 or email [email protected] and quote the above job reference number.

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Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact us at the above contact details.

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Job details

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- Seniority level: Executive
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- Employment type: Contract
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- Job function: Other
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- Industries: Technology, Information and Internet
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📌 ERP SAP Principal Specialist (Queensland)
🏢 Paxus
📍 Queensland