About the Role

As a member of the Payroll Team, you will support the efficient and timely processing and maintenance of Council's payroll system, ensuring compliance with legislative, taxation and organisational requirements.

You will respond to payroll enquiries and correspondence, while building effective relationships with employees, supervisors and managers to support the delivery and visibility of efficient payroll processes.

Position Objectives

Full position details, including required qualifications and key responsibilities and duties for the role are outlined in the attached position description.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of payroll operations relevant to the duties of the position or relevant experience in similar role.
- Queensland C class Driver's Licence.
- Demonstrated high level proficiency in the use of computer software including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and the ability to be rapidly proficient in Council's corporate applications including Authority and Pulse.
- Well-developed reporting and analytical skills to produce databased and reports to a high standard.
- Proficient keyboard typing skills including the ability to maintain speed and accuracy for both alpha and numeric data.
- Ability to rapidly acquire a sound working knowledge of Councils Certified Agreement, relevant Awards and Legislation and Council's policies and procedures.
- Attention to detail and proven ability to undertake tasks and duties in a logical and objective manner.
- Demonstrated experience with Payroll procedures and computerised Payroll systems and workflows.
- Demonstrated experience in the provision of quality service to internal and external customers.
- Experience in and commitment to working in a team workplace.




- Sound written and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact and build relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Sound time management skills and problem-solving skills.

What we can offer you

- A competitive remuneration salary with 12% superannuation.
- Annual and personal leave will accrue in proportion to hours worked.
- 36.25 hours per fortnight.
- May be eligible for salary sacrificing options.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee health and wellbeing initiatives.
- Ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Active social club.

How to Apply Please complete your application details and attach your resume, a cover letter and your licences and qualifications (relevant to the position).

All applications must be completed through this online portal prior to the closing date. Late or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Pre-Employment Assessment

Following the selection of the preferred candidate, Council will require a number of further checks including reference checks, police history / criminal history checks, medical assessment and drug and alcohol test.

Employment Eligibility To apply you must be a Permanent resident of Australia, Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen or hold the appropriate visa to work in Australia.

Privacy Information

Douglas Shire Council is collecting your personal information in accordance with the Information Privacy Act for the purpose of assessing your skills and experience against the position requirements. The information you provide in your application will only be used by authorised Council Officers, including People and Culture and the relevant selection panel members. Your information will not be given to any other person or agency unless you have given us permission, or we are required by law.

📌 Payroll Officer Part-Time (Mossman)
🏢 Douglas Shire Council
📍 Mossman