Job Description

Mater Central Queensland - Rockhampton - Rockhampton QLD

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$93,103 - $102,572 a year

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Contract

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4d ago , from Mater Central Queensland - Rockhampton

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Job no: 506160
n Work type: Fixed Term
n Location: Newstead
n Categories: Human Resources, HR Systems

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About the role

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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).

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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.

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Salary range: $93,103 - $102,572 per annum plus superannuation and access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900+ access to many staff benefits!

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What you'll be doing

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

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- Extensive experience in end-to-end payroll processing within a complex environment.
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- Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, awards, EBAs, taxation, and compliance requirements.
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- Demonstrated experience resolving complex payroll issues and driving process improvements.
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- Strong stakeholder engagement and coaching skills.
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- Experience using Aurion, Kronos, and payroll reconciliation tools.
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- A team-oriented approach with a robust focus on accuracy, customer service, and continuous improvement.
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Mater 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 healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research - and it's our people who make the difference.

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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.

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

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All successful candidates may be required to complete pre-employment checks (including criminal history, working rights, medical and working with children checks).

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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 Reconciliation webpage.

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

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

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📌 Senior Payroll Officer (Rockhampton)
🏢 Mater Central Queensland - Rockhampton
📍 Rockhampton