Job Description
Temporary Full Time (up to October ****) - QLGIA (Stream A) Level 4
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Reports to – Supervisor Payroll
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The Role
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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.
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About Us
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Our work is guided by four strategic pillars:
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Growth to Fund Service Delivery - Strategic investments and development to create sustainable revenue streams that support quality community services.
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Services That Meet Customer Expectations - Responsive, accessible, and high-quality services that address the evolving needs of residents and businesses.
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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.
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Protecting Our Natural Resources - Creating opportunity to protect and value Livingstone's natural resources for future generations, whilst encouraging sustainable consumption of resources across our region.
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What You Will Be Doing:
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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.
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Deliver end-to-end payroll processing, including employee onboarding, timesheets, leave transactions, payroll
adjustments,terminationsand
payroll payments.
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Provideexpert advice and support to employees and leaders on payroll matters, including the interpretation of Awards, Certified Agreements and Council policies.
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Maintain payroll records and systems, ensuring data accuracy,
integrity,confidentialityand
compliance with legislative requirements.
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Prepare andanalysepayroll reports to support
compliance,auditsand
organisational decision-making.
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Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance payroll processes,
systems,efficiencyandthe
employeeexperience.
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What You will bring:
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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.
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Demonstrated experience delivering accurate end-to-end payroll services in a complex and fast-paced environment.
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Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, Awards and Certified Agreements, with the ability to interpret and apply them confidently.
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Exceptional attention to detail, numeracy skills and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
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Well-developed communication and customer service skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organisation.
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A collaborative and solutions-focused approach, coupled with a commitment to confidentiality, professionalism and continuous improvement.
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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!
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Fortnightly RDOs - because balance matters and we value work/life balance
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Salary packing options - to help you make the most of your earnings.
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12.5% employer superannuation – we're invested in your future
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A values-driven culture - where safety, innovation, and continuous improvement are more than just words—they're how we work, every day.
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Applications close Monday, 12 October **** at midnight (AEST).
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Livingstone Shire Council is an Equal Employment Chance Employer.
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📌 Payroll Advisor (Yeppoon)
🏢 Livingstone Shire Council
📍 Yeppoon