Payroll Assistant

Rockhampton Regional Council; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive Work/Life Balance

Ongoing training and development

Employee Assistance Program

12% employer superannuation

Salary sacrifice up to 6%

Job summary

Rockhampton Regional Council is hiring for a casual Payroll Unit role in Rockhampton. You will support the administration and processing of weekly timesheets and payroll documentation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in payroll operations.

The ideal applicant offers attention to detail, data-entry skills, and a proactive, confidential approach. Availability on Tuesdays and Wednesdays is highly desirable, with possible relief coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll administration is preferred.
• Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist payroll team with weekly timesheets and payroll documentation.
• Process payroll records accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide administrative support within the Payroll Unit on a casual basis.
• Participate in relief coverage during leave periods as required.
• Complete a Criminal History Check (Australia Wide Police Check) as part of the onboarding.

Skills

Payroll Admin

Attention to detail

Data entry

Confidentiality

Customer service

Job description

2d ago , from Rockhampton Regional Council

• $55.19 per hour (LGIA Stream A Level 2) + Superannuation


• Location – Rockhampton

Your new role

Do you have strong attention to details, numerical data entry skills, and are you looking for an opportunity to be involved in payroll functions?

The Payroll Unit is seeking a proactive and motivated team member to join the team on a casual basis.

The ideal applicant will be available to work every second Tuesday and Wednesday morning, with flexibility to provide additional support and relief coverage for team members during periods of leave. Flexibility and availability on Tuesdays and Wednesdays are highly desirable.

In this busy role, you will assist the payroll team with the administration and processing of weekly timesheets and other payroll documentation, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in payroll operations.

This position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal History Check - Police Certificate (Australia Wide Name Only Police Check).

What we are looking for

• Proactive approach and ‘can do’ attitude.


• Must have flexible availability


• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality.


• Possess a high level of accuracy and ability to work within a fast paced / high volume work environment.


• Demonstrated ability to manage your time effectively to ensure you achieve your goals within the required timeframes.


• Experience in a payroll environment is highly advantageous.

What you'll get in return

As an employee of Rockhampton Regional Council, you will join a diverse and innovative team of more than 1000 employees supported by good leadership, who proudly deliver services and make a difference to the lives of people living and working within the region.

• Supportive Work/Life Balance


• A large employer with a strong values driven culture


• 12% employer superannuation contribution, with the option to salary sacrifice up to an additional 6%


• Ongoing training and development opportunities


• Employee Assistance Program

Application Criteria

• Experience in administration, with the ability to process a high volume of tasks accurately with a high-level attention to detail.


• Communication and interpersonal skills with experience providing quality customer service.


• Demonstrated ability maintain a high degree of confidentiality and to work closely with a small team to achieve multiple organisational outcomes within a deadline driven environment.

Applications Close: Monday 14 September 2026 at Midnight (AEST)