Senior Payroll Administrator

Anglo American Steelmaking Coal Steelmaking coal is an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world.  In Australia, we operate five steelmaking coal mines in Queensland's Bowen Basin. 

We are seeking a senior payroll professional to join our Payroll team at our Brisbane Corporate office, working in a hybrid environment. 

Reporting to the People Services Manager, the Payroll Administrator is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for both mine site based and corporate employees.  This role plays a key part in ensuring compliance with Australian employment legislation, enterprise agreements, and company policies, while utilising SAP to manage payroll data efficiently and securely.

• Manage end-to-end payroll operations for complex rosters and enterprise agreements
• Respond to and resolve payroll related queries from employees and managers in a timely manner
• Collaborate closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure data accuracy and alignment
• Maintain and update payroll data in SAP HR/Payroll and interface with SuccessFactors
• Drive compliance Fair Work National Act, National Employment Standards (NES) and relevant Enterprise Agreements
• Prepare statutory reports including PAYG, STP, and superannuation submissions
• Support internal and external audits with payroll documentation
• Mentoring junior payroll staff and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and supportive team, where your expertise in SAP and end-to-end payroll will be highly valued. You'll also contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance payroll processes and drive efficiencies.

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in end-to-end payroll processing, ideally withing the mining or heavy industry sectors
• Advanced user of SAP Payroll, and experience in SuccessFactors highly desirable
• Strong working knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, including enterprise agreement interpretation
• A collaborative mindset with a genuine interest in mentoring and supporting junior team members
• Exceptional attention to detail, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Full-time permanent role
• Centrally located in our modern Brisbane CBD Corporate Office, close to train, bus and ferry connections
• Interstate relocation available 
• Competitive salary + 12% superannuation
• Flexible work options with work from home and a 9-day fortnight available
• Annual bonus incentive program

What we offer

When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you'll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership program's, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We're a large, successful multinational company – and we're still growing all the time.

Who we are

We aim to lead the industry by pursuing ever safer and more responsible ways of working, demonstrating integrity, and showing care and respect for people and the planet. That means we are constantly seeking new opportunities to mine and process our products sustainably, using less water, less energy and more precise extraction technologies.  As the custodians of coal and other precious natural resources – diamonds (through De Beers), copper, platinum and other precious metals, iron ore and nickel – our extraordinary teams work safely and collaboratively, with the utmost consideration for local communities, our customers and the world at large.

Background checks

Successful candidates will be required to complete background screening which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications.

Inclusion and Diversity

At Anglo American, we embrace change and promote an inclusive and diverse environment where you can bring your whole self to work, every day. We are adopting new approaches to recruitment, talent development, mentoring, parental leave, and flexible working to further support diversity across our business.

Anglo American is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential.

How we are committed to your safety

Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day's work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we're also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process.

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CLOSING DATE 

16 November 2025

Please note, screening and interviews may take place prior to closing date – applications may also close before this date.

Recruitment Agencies

Anglo American Steelmaking Coal does not accept unsolicited applications from Recruitment Agencies.