In Australia, the Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focussed on creating meals that maximises value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

Culture and Benefits At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

Respect for Resources

Spirit of Innovation

Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer qualified and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

Flexible working arrangements and wellbeing programs

Leadership development and learning opportunities

Employee reward and recognition programs

Bonus opportunities and discounted health insurance

Access to our Sensory Club,



including product tastings and culinary experiences

Novated leasing options

Income protection insurance

Additional annual leave purchase options

Simplot values the creativity and meaningful relationships that grow through face-to-face connection while also recognising the importance of flexibility for our team members. Our hybrid work environment includes four days in the office, with Wednesdays as our dedicated ‘Connect Day' bringing everyone together to strengthen our successful culture of innovation and collaboration.

About Our Role

Permanent part-time opportunity

Based in Chifley Business Park, Mentone VIC

Support a diverse manufacturing workforce across multiple sites

Reporting to the Payroll Team Leader, this is an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Officer to join a collaborative payroll team supporting employees across multiple manufacturing sites. In this role, you'll help ensure our people are paid correctly and on time while providing a high level of service and support across the business.

Working across payroll, timekeeping and HR systems, you'll support weekly payroll activities, maintain employee records and assist with the application of Awards, Enterprise Agreements and payroll legislation. You'll also work closely with site teams, HR, Finance and workforce planning stakeholders to resolve queries and support smooth payroll operations.

This is an opportunity to build your payroll capability within a large Australian business, gain exposure to leading payroll technologies and contribute to initiatives that improve processes and ways of working.

What You Will Do

Support the end-to-end processing of weekly payrolls across multiple manufacturing sites

Maintain accurate employee,



payroll and timekeeping records across multiple systems

Support the interpretation and application of Awards, Enterprise Agreements and payroll conditions to ensure accurate outcomes

Process payroll calculations relating to overtime, leave, terminations, deductions and adjustmentsRespond to employee and stakeholder payroll enquiries with a strong customer focus

Work closely with HR, Finance, workforce planners and operational leaders to support payroll accuracy and issue resolution

Assist with payroll reconciliations, compliance activities and audit requirements

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and payroll-related projects as opportunities arise

About You

Experience in payroll processing, payroll administration or a similar payroll support role

Exposure to Awards, Enterprise Agreements or payroll legislation within Australia

Experience with ADP, UKG Dimensions, SuccessFactors, SAP or similar systems will be highly regarded

Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and confidentiality

Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with a customer-focused approach

Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment

A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and willingness to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

Ready to Grow Your Career? If you're an experienced Payroll Officer seeking greater flexibility, or you're looking to take the next step in your payroll career, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications close

25th September 2026 . Simplot reserves the right to commence recruiting activity prior to the closing date.

Job Requisition ID: 27026

Travel Required :Less than 10%

Location(s): GF Chifley Business Park Office - Mentone

Country :Australia

Simplot is an equal opportunity employer and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

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