technical trainers

Department of Treasury and Finance

Job reference: 700619

Location: ADELAIDE

Job status: Short Term Contract

Eligibility: Open to Everyone

We're looking for dynamic Technical Trainers to join our Payroll Services team at The Department of Treasury & Finance. In this pivotal role, you'll transform how our people learn, grow, and excel. You'll bring a strong systems and technical training focus to build not just skills but confidence and curiosity that drives real improvement. With multiple opportunities available on both term and ongoing bases, this is your chance to make a meaningful difference while advancing your own career.

Remuneration: ASO5 – Salary Range ($85,790 – 95,413 p.a.).

About the opportunity:

The Technical Trainer is responsible for providing expert training, coaching and mentoring to upskill staff within Payroll Services to ensure the delivery of a professional, accurate and timely payroll service to South Australian government agencies and their employees.

• Design, deliver and evaluate comprehensive training programs for payroll services staff
• Monitor training effectiveness and report on progress
• Maintain expertise in complex payroll and HR systems, processes and legislative requirements
• Support change management initiatives including modernisation projects and legislative updates
• Located in Adelaide CBD

About you:

To be successful, you will thrive in a systems and process driven environment, with:

• A proven track record in the design and delivery of engaging training sessions in classroom, on-the-job, and online settings.
• A person-forward approach to coaching and mentoring team members to build their development.
• A strong customer service ethos and ability to convey complex technical information both verbally and in writing, in a manner that is clear and relatable.
• A background in interpreting and applying relevant legislation, policies and procedures associated with the provision of payroll or HR-related services.
• An aptitude for adaptability in a fluid environment with frequently changing priorities while maintaining a commitment to continuous improvement.

Desirable Expertise:

• Relevant qualification in Training and Assessment.
• Experience in payroll processing including the use of a computerised payroll system (e.g. CHRIS 21).
• Understanding of successful training and coaching techniques for a large and complex transactional business, such as a call centre or payroll processing environment.

About us:

• At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
• We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
• Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.
• Shared Services SA (SSSA) strives to deliver high-quality financial, payroll and work injury services to our customers. We care about providing timely, accurate and contemporary services, so government agencies can focus on delivering for the South Australian community.

What we offer

• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive career development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Ruth Williams

Title: Capability Development Advisor

Tel:

email:

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to:

• submit a Curriculum Vitae
• complete the attached Targeted Questions template
• attach covering letter (no more than two pages) demonstrating suitability for the role

You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete the pre-employment declaration.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

Applications close: 07/10/2025 11:45 PM