Payroll Advisor (2637)

Temporary Full Time (up to October 2027) - QLGIA (Stream A) Level 4 Reports to – Supervisor Payroll The Role

Livingstone Shire Council is seeking an experienced payroll professional who combines strong technical payroll knowledge with exceptional attention to detail and a customer-focused approach. You'll have experience delivering end-to-end payroll services, interpreting Awards, Certified Agreements and legislation, and providing accurate advice to employees and leaders.

About Us

Livingstone Shire is a vibrant coastal region on Queensland’s Capricorn Coast, home to nearly 41,000 residents and some of the most stunning natural landscapes in the state. Our Council is a values-driven organisation with around 400 staff who are passionate about delivering for our community.

We live and lead by our values: Accountability, Teamwork, Community, Potential, and Positivity. These aren’t just words—they’re how we show up for each other and our region every day.

Our vision is to be A prosperous region for families, business, and future generations. We’re committed to creating a vibrant, resilient, and inclusive community where people thrive, nature is protected, and innovation drives progress.

Our work is guided by four strategic pillars:

1. Growth to Fund Service Delivery - Strategic investments and development to create sustainable revenue streams that support quality community services.
2. Services That Meet Customer Expectations - Responsive, accessible, and high-quality services that address the evolving needs of residents and businesses.
3. Efficiency in Delivery - Streamlined processes, elimination of red tape,



and smart resource allocation to maximise value for ratepayers and opportunity for Business diversity and growth.
4. Protecting Our Natural Resources - Creating chance to protect and value Livingstone’s natural resources for future generations, whilst encouraging sustainable consumption of resources across our region.

What You Will Be Doing: You'll be confident using payroll systems and Microsoft Office, enjoy solving problems, and have a continuous improvement mindset that helps drive efficiency and service excellence.

- Deliver end-to-end payroll processing, including employee onboarding, timesheets, leave transactions, payroll adjustments, terminations and payroll payments.
- Provide expert advice and support to employees and leaders on payroll matters, including the interpretation of Awards, Certified Agreements and Council policies.
- Maintain payroll records and systems, ensuring data accuracy, integrity, confidentiality and compliance with legislative requirements.
- Prepare and analyse payroll reports to support compliance, audits and organisational decision-making.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance payroll processes, systems, efficiency and the employee experience.

What You will bring:



You will be a proactive and collaborative team player who can manage competing priorities, maintain strict confidentiality and build positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

- Demonstrated experience delivering accurate end-to-end payroll services in a complex and fast-paced environment.
- Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, Awards and Certified Agreements, with the ability to interpret and apply them confidently.
- Exceptional attention to detail, numeracy skills and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
- Well-developed communication and customer service skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organisation.
- A collaborative and solutions-focused approach, coupled with a commitment to confidentiality, professionalism and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

- QLGIA (Stream A) Level 4 - $90,398 p/a pro rata - plus knowing your work makes a real impact across Council and for the community!
- Fortnightly RDOs - because balance matters and we value work/life balance
- Salary packing options - to help you make the most of your earnings.
- 12.5% employer superannuation – we’re invested in your future
- A values-driven culture - where safety, innovation, and continuous improvement are more than just words—they’re how we work, every day.

If you are ready to submit your application, please address the selection criteria on the recruitment portal and supply a copy of your resume, qualifications/ licences. Applications close Monday, 12 October 2026 at midnight (AEST).

Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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