Payroll Officer

- Fixed Term (February 2028) / Full Time
- Monday to Friday, 72.5 hours per fortnight, 9 day fortnight
- Pro Rata $90,931 - $96,709 per annum (LGIA Stream A Level 3) + Superannuation
- Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Are you an experienced payroll qualified who thrives on accuracy, confidentiality and delivering exceptional customer service?

Join Rockhampton Regional Council's Payroll team and play a key role in ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time. Working within a supportive and collaborative environment, you will provide payroll services and advice while building strong relationships across the organisation.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

- Demonstrated experience in payroll or a similar environment.
- Strong numerical skills and a high level of accuracy, even when working to tight deadlines.
- Experience interpreting awards, industrial instruments and payroll legislation.
- Knowledge of payroll-related requirements including taxation, superannuation and workers' compensation.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong organisational, problem-solving and time management abilities.
- Proficiency with payroll and business systems, including Microsoft Office applications.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council,



you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

- Supportive Work/Life Balance
- A large employer with a strong values driven culture
- 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Corporate membership discounts
- Payroll deductions and salary sacrifice options
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Wages paid fortnightly
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Passport and active social clubs

What you need to do next

To apply for this opportunity, please submit two documents:

1. A 2-3 page Cover Letter addressing the Application Criteria below;
2. Your Current resume.

Application Criteria

- Demonstrated experience in payroll processing within a medium to large organisation.
- Proven ability to accurately interpret and apply payroll legislation, awards and industrial instruments.
- Strong communication, customer service and relationship-building skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.

Please use Council’s and ensure you clearly label each Application Criteria in your cover letter.

Click the ‘Apply’ button to complete your online application.

Applications Close: Monday 30 November 2026 at Midnight (AEST)

📌 Payroll Officer (Rockhampton)
🏢 Rockhampton Regional Council
📍 Rockhampton