Administration Officer (Payroll)

Pilbara Ports; Town Of Port Hedland; Hybrid; AUD 48,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

13% superannuation

4 weeks annual leave

18 weeks paid parental leave

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Rewards

Height adjustable desks

Skin checks and flu vaccinations

Corporate PPE uniform

Housing allowance

Job summary

Pilbara Ports is seeking an Administration Officer (Payroll) to join our People and Capability team in Port Hedland or Perth. This part-time role (0.6 FTE) focuses on payroll processing and supporting HR tasks, with pro rata remuneration.

You will contribute to an inclusive workplace and maintain confidential employee records, delivering accurate payroll support across our port sites, while collaborating with colleagues to meet payroll deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong administration skills with high attention to detail.
• Experience handling payroll or HR administration is preferred.
• Commitment to confidentiality and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Administration and processing of payroll for staff.
• Support HR tasks and data entry for the People & Capability team.
• Maintain accurate employee records and respond to payroll-related inquiries.

Skills

Payroll administration

Attention to detail

Customer service

Confidentiality

Job description

• Part Time - 3 days per week or equivalent hours
• Based in Port Hedland or Perth
• Be part of a growing People & Capability team!

• Part Time - 3 days per week or equivalent hours
• Based in Port Hedland or Perth
• Be part of a growing People & Capability team!

This position is offered at 0.6 FTE, with remuneration paid as pro rata as follows:

• Port Hedland Salary: $97,370 Per Annum + 13% Superannuation
• Perth Salary: $74,736 Per Annum + 13% Superannuation

About The Role

Here at Pilbara Ports, we want to help our communities and customers thrive. We know our success is defined by the success of the communities in which we live and work - this ethos lies at the heart of what we do.

We are committed to advancing an inclusive and diverse workplace culture where people feel engaged, included, valued, and respected. We are proud of the talent and diversity of our workforce - our people are key to our current and future success.

This is a great opportunity to be part of the world's largest bulk export port authority, encompassing the operating ports of Ashburton, Dampier, Port Hedland and Varanus Island, and five future port sites. You will be responsible for the administration, and processing of payroll along with other human resources tasks to support the human resources team.

About You

Join our People and Capability team and play an important role supporting payroll services for our employees. We're seeking someone with strong administration skills, excellent attention to detail and a commitment to customer service. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, teamwork and confidentiality are essential.

The Benefits

• 13% superannuation
• 4 weeks annual leave
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
• Employee and Service Recognition Reward Programs
• Height adjustable desks and ergonomic assessments
• Free skin checks and flu vaccinations
• Corporate and PPE uniform provided

Additional Benefits If Port Hedland Based

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Access to housing allowance

Job Description - Administration Officer (Payroll)

Here at Pilbara Ports, we are committed to advancing an inclusive and diverse workplace culture where people are engaged, included, valued, and respected for their contributions. We are proud of the talent and diversity of our workforce - our people are key to our current and future success.

Pilbara Ports' Diversity and Inclusion Plan focuses on building frameworks and programs that support an inclusive workplace culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and support a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment.

We invite individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Join us in creating a workplace where everyone belongs and thrives.

Applications close on 27 September 2026.