unit manager, hr systems and payroll operations

3 days ago

Adelaide SA, Australia Department for Infrastructure and Transport, South Australia Full time $108,109 - $116,864 per year

Department for Infrastructure and Transport

Job reference: 703121

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport plays a vital role connecting people and places in South Australia by delivering a multi-billion-dollar pipeline of transport and social infrastructure projects, operating and maintaining thousands of kilometres of roads and managing our city's public transport network.

Reporting to the Manager, Workforce Management, the Unit Manager, HR Systems and Payroll Operations is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of Rail Commissioner payroll services ensuring accuracy, compliance and operational efficiency across all systems and processes. The role oversees the accuracy and integrity of data within CHRIS21 and Alesco Human Resource and Payroll Management Systems, oversees compliance with relevant legislation and ensures systems operate efficiently and effectively in accordance with departmental and statutory requirements.

A key focus of the role is the provision of expert advice on complex employee information matters, including remuneration, advanced payroll calculations, workforce reporting and the interpretation and application of Awards, Acts and Industrial Agreements.

The successful candidate will have excellent people and customer service skills, exceptional attention to detail and proven experience in leading and developing staff, fostering a collaborative, responsive and high-performing team culture.

Special Conditions

The successful candidate will be required to provide a National Police Check prior to employment with the Department which must be renewed every 3 years.

Some out of hours and weekend work may be required.

Remuneration

ASO7 - $108,109 to $116,864 per annum

Tenure of Vacancy

Temporary appointment up to 12 months

Enquiries

Ms Donna Hirons

Manager Workforce Management

Email:

Application Instructions

Applications can be submitted online by clicking the 'Apply' button.

Applicants are required to submit an application of no more than two pages and a curriculum vitae demonstrating their suitability for the role. In addition applicants are required to complete the Cover Sheet quoting the vacancy number and the Pre-Employment Declaration with their application for employment.

Our Commitment

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the department, planning for and promoting diversity and culturally safe workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities and other diversity groups. The Department recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and customers in delivering the future of South Australia.

As a WE'RE EQUAL organisation we are committed to treating everyone equally, proudly promoting our Department, and all its spaces as safe places for everybody.

Applications close: 22/10/2025 5:00 PM

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