People and Culture | UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
Level 5, $82,843 - $93,358 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
Full-time, Ongoing appointment
The Opportunity
At UniSC, our People and Culture team is dedicated to creating an exceptional employee experience that enables our people to thrive.
As a Payroll Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring every staff member is paid accurately, on time, and in accordance with legislative and University requirements.
Supporting the delivery of the University's fortnightly payroll, you will provide trusted advice on payroll, superannuation, taxation, and employment conditions while maintaining compliance with complex industrial instruments and legislative obligations.
Your expertise and attention to detail will contribute to the integrity of our payroll operations and the continuous improvement of systems and processes that enhance service delivery.
Working within a collaborative and customer-focused team, you will build positive relationships with colleagues across the University, delivering responsive, high-quality payroll support and helping to ensure a seamless experience for our people.
You will
Provision of advice on a broad range of payroll and superannuation matters;
Contribute to the efficient and effective delivery of the University's fortnightly payroll functions; and
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures.
About you
You are a detail-oriented payroll skilled who thrives on accuracy, compliance, and delivering exceptional service.
With a strong understanding of payroll legislation, industrial instruments, and employment conditions, you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where precision and deadlines matter.




You confidently provide trusted advice, build positive relationships across a diverse organisation, and apply your analytical and problem-solving skills to resolve complex payroll matters, identify opportunities for process improvement, and contribute to the continuous enhancement of payroll services.
You will possess:
Extensive experience in the accurate preparation and completion of fortnightly payroll processes within a large organisation, including demonstrated knowledge of superannuation and taxation legislation;
Strong analytical skills with expertise in structured and ad hoc reporting, and proficiency in the use of a complex HRIS, preferably PeopleSoft;
Experience providing accurate advice and dealing with enquiries involving interpreting employment conditions, policies, procedures and guidelines while providing quality customer service;
The capacity to exercise sound judgement, take initiative and solve problems, as required;
Excellent computing and word processing skills with high-level experience in the development and maintenance of databases and spreadsheets; and
High level organisational and interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Don't meet every requirement?
At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable.




If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.
UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences.
We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context.
For additional support during the application process, please contact us at ****** or call ***************.
Position description: ******_Payroll Officer.pdf
Emma Bayles
Associate Director, Employee Experience – People and Culture
Telephone: ************
Email: ******
UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications.
For agency inquiries, contact ******
Our Culture & Benefits:
Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
Modern teaching & research facilities.
Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
Salary packing options + 17% Super.
EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.
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