HR Data and Systems Lead

Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shares plan

Hybrid work environment

Parental leave

Professional development

Job summary

Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF) is seeking a collaborative leader to shape and deliver our HR data and systems roadmap, drive workforce reporting and support payroll governance and responsible AI adoption.

Reporting to the HR Digital & Reward Manager, you will lead HR technology, analytics and insights, ensure governance and security, and partner with HR, Payroll, Finance and IT to deliver modern, employee‑centred services across our Perth-based hybrid workplace.

Qualifications

• Experience leading HR systems, data or reporting functions and building team capability.
• Strong project delivery and change management for system adoption.
• Payroll-governance expertise with Time & Attendance, rostering and payroll interfaces.
• Knowledge of SuccessFactors HRIS, data governance and management reporting.
• Stakeholder, vendor and service-provider management with commercial judgement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop the HR Data & Systems team with operational support, improvements and projects.
• Own and deliver the HR Technology Roadmap across HRIS, payroll systems and AI governance.
• Improve workforce data quality and deliver dashboards, metrics and insights for decision making.
• Oversee the HR systems project portfolio from planning to benefits realisation.
• Lead payroll governance initiatives including Time & Attendance, rostering, integrations and controls.
• Build partnerships across HR, Payroll, Finance and IT, managing vendors and service performance.
• Provide leadership on compliant, efficient, employee-centred HR systems practices.

Skills

HR data & systems leadership

Project delivery

Payroll governance

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Information Systems / Business

Tools

SuccessFactors HRIS

Chris21 payroll

Time & Attendance

AskHR

Job description

Salary+bonuses+shares and other benefits

• Broaden your leadership and transformation experience across HR Data and Systems
• Work with passionate and supportive HR teams
• Hybrid, permanent full-time opportunity located in our Perth office

About WesCEF

Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF) is a division of Wesfarmers that harnesses the potential of essential chemicals, minerals, energy and fertilisers through the ingenuity and commitment of our exceptional people.

Our businesses operate across domestic, national and international markets and our products and services are essential in driving growth and transformation across vital industries.

Our award-winning Decarbonisation Journey is a source of pride for our 1500 team members whose focus on sustainable solutions to complex challenges is matched by their unwavering commitment to safety.

Join us. Together, we can harness potential to create a prosperous future.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a collaborative leader to shape and deliver our HR systems roadmap and workforce reporting, while supporting payroll governance outcomes and responsible AI adoption at Wesfarmers Chemicals, Energy & Fertilisers (WesCEF).

Reporting to the HR Digital & Reward Manager, you'll lead the HR Data & Systems team and project portfolio, with stewardship of SuccessFactors HRIS, Chris21 payroll, Time & Attendance and AskHR. You'll translate business needs into reliable platforms, meaningful insights and better employee and leader experiences.

You’ll combine strategic direction with hands-on oversight of HR technology, systems, people analytics and insights, while strengthening payroll governance and delivering contemporary services across our diverse business units.

Your key accountabilities include:

• Lead, coach and develop the HR Data & Systems team, balancing operational support, continuous improvement and project delivery.
• Own and deliver the HR Technology Roadmap, including the evolution of SuccessFactors HRIS, Chris21, Time & Attendance and AskHR, with strong governance across security, privacy and responsible AI adoption.
• Strengthen workforce data quality, governance and controls, and deliver dashboards, metrics, reporting and insights that support informed decisions.
• Lead the HR systems project portfolio from planning and prioritisation through requirements, testing, implementation, change, adoption and benefits realisation.
• Lead payroll-governance improvement initiatives, including Time & Attendance, rostering, integrations, controls and assurance activities that support accurate, compliant and timely pay outcomes.
• Build effective partnerships across HR, Payroll, Finance, IT and operational teams, while managing vendors, application support services, demand, service performance, risks and commercial value through agreed governance.
• Provide leadership and subject‑matter guidance to support compliant, efficient, employee‑centred and sustainable payroll and HR systems practices.

About You

• Experience leading HR systems, workforce technology, data or reporting functions, including developing team capability and managing competing operational and project priorities.
• Strong project delivery and change management skills, with experience helping employees, leaders and HR teams adopt new systems and ways of working.
• Payroll‑governance expertise and practical knowledge of Time & Attendance, rostering, payroll interfaces, integrations, controls and assurance.
• Strong working knowledge of SuccessFactors HRIS and related HR platforms, including system stewardship, data governance, workforce analytics and management reporting.
• Confident stakeholder, vendor and service‑provider management skills, supported by sound commercial judgement.
• Practical understanding of responsible AI, including data protection, output validation and human oversight.
• A relevant tertiary qualification in business, HR, project management, information systems, data and analytics - or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading and influencing cross‑functional teams to deliver positive outcomes.
• Knowledge of relevant employment, payroll, tax and privacy obligations, including the Enterprise Agreements and Awards, the Fair Work Act, withholding tax, payroll tax and the Privacy Act.

We value our employees by offering:

• Access to employee benefits across Wesfarmers including staff discounts at Bunnings, Kmart, Target and Officeworks and Wesfarmers Arts sponsored events.
• Competitive remuneration with allocation of Wesfarmers shares and participation in our annual incentive plan;
• Flexible work environment including working from home options;
• Employer parental leave payment up to 18 weeks;
• Ongoing professional development and career opportunities across our diverse businesses and the Wesfarmers Group.

Why W

esCEF

We are committed to building an engaged and talented workforce that is representative of the people who live in the communities where we operate. Fostering an environment where diversity of thinking, skills and experiences are embraced, delivering innovation and better business results. We welcome and encourage people from diverse backgrounds and particularly, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

We are proud of how we develop and support our team, including offering flexible working hours. Therefore, when you apply, please let us know if you are seeking flexibility.

WesCEF operates across multiple locations, with our two major hubs being in Kwinana and Perth.

This position is suitable for applicants with Australian work rights.

Our recruitment process considers your alignment to our company values and the requirements of the role. We also have several checks which may be conducted to demonstrate your suitability for the role including but not limited to psychometric assessment, police checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, right to work check, qualifications, due diligence and/or reference checks.

We reserve the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date. Therefore, it is recommended to apply as soon as possible.

Agency applications will not be accepted at this time.