We are a diverse and inclusive team who value a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and are committed to paying our workforce accurately and on time.

About the position:

The Payroll Officer is responsible for the timely and accurate processing and maintenance of employee payments and records in accordance with relevant industrial awards and agreements.

- This is a permanent part-time position based in the Toowoomba CBD.
- The annual salary range based on 36.25 hours per fortnight is $41,073.54 - $44,178.58 gross per annum, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation.
- Carparking provided.
- Professional development and learning opportunities.
- Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your superannuation.
- Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance.
- Active social club - TRC Employee's Association.
- Access to the Fitness Passport Program - providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with one single membership.
- Employee Assistance Program - free 24 hour nationwide confidential personal or work-related counselling services for employees and their families.
- A range of progressive health and wellbeing services.

How to be successful in this position:
- Experience in a large payroll workplace.
- Working knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, awards and agreements.
- Experience with computerised payroll applications.
- Sound numeracy, written and oral communication and customer service skills.
- Excellent organisational and teamwork skills.

How to apply:

For full details of this position, please ensure you download the , which provides the position success criteria.

To apply, please submit two documents: * Your current Resume; and





- A document (maximum 2 pages) that addresses each of the Position Success Criteria listed in the

. For each criterion:
- Use headings to identify which criterion you are addressing.
- Provide specific examples that demonstrate your skills, experience, and achievements related to that criterion. (Tip: tell us what you did, how you did it, and what the outcome was).

The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

Please note to have your application considered, ensure that you have followed the instructions outlined above.

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For further information:

Please contact Tiffany Davis, Principal Payroll on 07 4688 6868 within business hours.

Closing date:

The closing date for applications is Monday 14 September 2026 at 11.59pm.

About Council:

The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia's second largest inland city with a population of 178,500 and employs approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and enthusiastic, about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents, and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career.

Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

📌 Payroll Officer (Toowoomba)
🏢 Toowoomba Region
📍 Toowoomba