ERP SAP Principal Specialist

4 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Paxus Full time
ERP SAP Principal Specialist

Our QLD Government client is seeking a dynamic ERP SAP Principal Specialist to help shape and deliver SAP roadmaps, drive complex People Services transformations, and lead major SAP platform initiatives across a large, public sector environment. You'll play a critical role influencing leaders, guiding solution delivery, and advancing ERP excellence for a diverse, high-profile workforce.


Base pay range

A$1,000.00/daily - A$1,250.00/daily


Key responsibilities
  • Provide functional leadership across all core SAP HCM modules (Payroll, Time Management, Personnel Admin, Org Management, Analytics, SuccessFactors) and ensure alignment to strategic business needs.
  • Manage, mentor, and grow high-performing SAP functional teams—including internal consultants, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Define and execute functional roadmaps, solution architectures, and delivery frameworks (incl. SAP Activate) for major projects and continuous improvement.
  • Develop, implement, and uphold Master Data Governance standards (data ownership, quality, policy, lifecycle, and integration).
  • Drive and assure best practice in functional solution design, testing, data migration, service transition, reporting, and ongoing support.
  • Act as the key bridge between People, Payroll, Technology, EH&S, Finance, and Asset Management teams.
  • Represent People Services interests in S/4HANA migration, implementation, or enhancement programs.
  • Build enduring relationships with highly engaged business leaders and external service providers.

Qualifications
  • Tertiary qualification in a relevant field (HR, IT, Business or similar).
  • Current SAP certification in a relevant SAP HCM module.
  • Substantial hands-on experience as a senior SAP Functional Consultant, Solution Architect, or similar within large, complex, or public sector organisations.
  • Demonstrated success in end-to-end SAP projects, with proven expertise in SAP HCM (Payroll, Time, Org Management, SuccessFactors) and complex integration environments.
  • Deep understanding of Master Data Governance principles and execution.
  • Proven leadership ability: you empower teams, influence at all levels, and manage demanding stakeholder portfolios.
  • Outstanding communication, project delivery, and strategic thinking capabilities.
  • High professionalism and governance acumen, especially in regulated or government settings.

To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Jack McDougall at or email and quote the above job reference number.


Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact us at the above contact details.


Job details
  • Seniority level: Executive
  • Employment type: Contract
  • Job function: Other
  • Industries: Technology, Information and Internet


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