Payday is everyone's favourite day of the week, and you're the reason it goes smoothly, just as you're the reason our people feel looked after each day.
Own both payroll and HR for 150+ people across QLD & NSW, with your focus split between the two as the business needs.The rolePCA is growing fast, and our people and payroll functions need dedicated, hands‐on leadership to grow with us.
This role sits within our Finance, People & IT department, which operates as a shared services function supporting the wider business.Based at our Arundel head office on the Gold Coast, you'll get exposure across all areas of HR, Payroll and Recruitment for 150+ team members across Queensland and New South Wales.
Both HR and Payroll will be a genuine focus, with your time split between the two depending on operational requirements and needs.This is a hands‐on role: you'll be in the detail alongside your team, not just directing from above.Day to day, you'll split your time between:You'll work hands‐on with our existing team, currently one in HR, one in Recruitment and two in Payroll, escalating matters to the department head, hiring managers or directors as necessary.HR responsibilitiesLead the generation of employment contracts, letters of offer, and promotion and termination correspondence, and keep employee records accurate and confidentialSupport managers with performance management, internal reviews and Fair Work questionsContribute to recruitment, staff retention and staff attraction initiatives as part of our broader people strategySupport visa sponsorship requirements for team members who need them, working alongside our immigration agencyWork alongside our HR Officer and Talent Acquisition Specialist,



providing guidance and support day to dayPayroll responsibilitiesWork alongside our Payroll Manager and Payroll Officer to manage payroll across various divisional rosters, projects and/or regionsRun end‐to‐end payroll across all pay cycles, applying Awards accurately for a workforce of construction, professional and office‐based peopleManage Single Touch Payroll, superannuation (including Payday Super), PAYG withholding, termination pay, long service leave and EOFY finalisationKeep payroll tax, portable long service leave and WorkCover and icare obligations on track across both statesReconcile payroll to the general ledger each pay cycle and at month endSpot and elevate Award or compliance risks early, and keep the business across legislative changesSome of the must-haves5+ years' experience in a similar roleWorking knowledge of the Building and Construction General On‐site Award **** and how to apply itFamiliarity with the Clerks - Private Sector Award **** and the Professional Employees Award ****Solid knowledge of the Fair Work Act and National Employment Standards, including how workplace disputes are handledKnowledge of portable long service leave compliance and lodgementsKnowledge of WorkCover Queensland and icare NSW claims and administrationUnderstanding of Services Australia and Child Support (CSA) processes,



such as parental leave and child support paymentsPractical HR know-how: contract generation, performance management and internal reviewsKnowledge of visa sponsorshipConfidence with SharePoint and Microsoft 365, including ExcelA hands‐on approach to leading and developing a small team, and the discretion to handle sensitive information with careCollaborative, and a genuine team player, comfortable working closely within an established teamHands‐on experience with Employment HeroExperience with HRIS systemsPayroll experience in construction, civil, engineering or another project‐based industryExperience with recruitment, staff retention or staff attraction policiesA tertiary qualification in accounting, business or HR, or a Certified Practising Payroll Professional (CPPP) accreditationWhat's in it for you?
Real ownership of Payroll and HR, backed by the Senior Financial ControllerVariety: payroll, compliance, HR and people initiatives in one role, across a multi‐award workforce in two statesA collaborative team environment, and the chance to lead and develop a team as it growsCompetitive remuneration, based on your experienceYour wellbeing comes first: confidential EAP access, 24/7, for every PCA employeeSave more of what you earn: novated leasing is soon becoming available to all eligible staffA company who is open and supportive of training to keep building your skillsPCA Ground Engineering is an equal prospect employer, assessing all applicants on merit.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process on request.
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📌 Hr & Payroll Manager (Gold Coast)
🏢 Pilingncreting Australia
📍 Gold Coast