Principal Project Officer

3 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Troocoo Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Troocoo are seeking an HRIS professional with knowledge of Aurion and a solid understanding of payroll in the public sector? We're looking for a
Principal Project Officer – HRIS Implementation
to drive the delivery of Payroll as a Service across the organisation.

What you'll be doing:
As a key member of the Human Resources team, you'll be the bridge between HR, our internal project teams, and Aurion. You'll play a hands-on role in:

  • Representing HR in project meetings and decision-making processes
  • Coordinating system configuration, workflow design, and business process mapping
  • Supporting data auditing and migration
  • Leading user acceptance testing (UAT)
  • Identifying operational impacts, risks, and benefits
  • Rewriting procedures, adapting templates, and creating staff communications to support rollout
  • Ensuring compliance with industrial instruments and legislative requirements

What we're looking for:

  • Subject Matter Expertise (SME) in payroll operations – ideally in government or statutory authorities
  • Strong understanding of Aurion HRIS system (configuration and administration)
  • Proven experience with enterprise agreements, state wage case increases, and payroll compliance
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical change into practical outcomes
  • A collaborative approach and a proactive mindset

Why work with us?
You'll be part of a supportive HR team delivering recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, health, safety, wellbeing, and HR advisory services for approximately 360 staff. Reporting to the Director, People and Culture, your work will directly impact the success of our new payroll solution and help drive innovation in our HR systems.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity and would like to know more please reach out to Alison Detaille

  • Principal Project Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Principal Project OfficerLocation: Brisbane CBD (Hybrid)Contract: 12 monthsRate: $84.47/hr + super Context of the Role An exciting opportunity exists for a Principal Project Officer within the Infrastructure Investment and Finance Unit. This Unit contains six teams: Budget Development, Budget Governance, Portfolio Performance Reporting, Infrastructure...

  • Principal Project Officer

    1 week ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia UpperGround by Hudson Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Principal Program Officer – Infrastructure Investment A large Queensland Government department is seeking a Principal Program Officer to join the Infrastructure Investment and Finance Unit. This role will focus on budget development and performance reporting, contributing to the effective management of the state's infrastructure investment portfolio. Key...

  • Principal Project Officer

    1 week ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    The Department of Education is committed to lifting educational outcomes for every student as this delivers significant benefits for students' life outcomes, particularly for the most vulnerable children and young people in the mostdisadvantaged communities. An exciting opportunity exists within the Department to join the School Improvement Branch as part of...

  • Principal Project Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    About the Department of Education: The Department of Education International (DEi) sits within the Policy, External Relations and International division of the Department of Education. DEi contributes to the social and economic prosperity of Queensland. It delivers internationally-recognised products and services, working with key partners and community...

  • Principal Project Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Police Service Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    The Principal Project Officer will assist in developing and implementing initiatives relating to QPS watch-houses.QPS provides places of detention across the state for persons who have been denied bail and are awaiting their first or subsequent appearance in court. Following the decision of the court, prisoners who are remanded or sentenced then remain in a...

  • Principal Project Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    We're looking for the best suited applicant for the role. We'll do this by assessing your eligibility and your suitability to undertake the requirements of the role (including, where relevant, the way you carried out previous roles). We'll also consider your potential to make contributions to the department and how your engagement would support our...

  • AO7 Principal Project Officer

    5 days ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Public Sector People Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

    Are you passionate about driving economic growth and creating jobs in Queensland?Public Sector People seeking aPrincipal Project Officerto join a State Government Department and play a pivotal role in the new Sovereign Industry Development Fund (SIDF).This is a unique opportunity to engage with both the public and private sectors to attract and facilitate...

  • Principal Project Officer

    23 hours ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    There is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and motivated professional to plan and implement education initiatives for school students and teachers, aligned to the Queensland Quantum and Advanced Technologies Strategy, and departmental priorities. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop and implement programs that will inspire the next...

  • Principal Education Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Department of Education Full time $98,765 - $123,456 per year

    We are excited to offer this opportunity to become a key part of the Metropolitan North Region Student Services team as Principal Education Officer, Guidance Services. This role will be paid at the Deputy Principal pay point. In this pivotal role you will lead a team of Senior Guidance Officers dedicated to supporting Guidance Officers in schools across the...

  • Principal Project Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Troocoo Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Troocoo are seeking a Principal Project Officer to engage across government and with the industry to stimulate the economy and create jobs by attracting and supporting private sector investment in Queensland, through the new Sovereign Industry Development Fund (SIDF).We want you to be a part of a team that is making a difference by leading industry...