Payroll Officer (Grade 2), People and Culture

Barwon Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional health service in Geelong is seeking a Permanent Full Time Payroll Officer to manage payroll processing accurately and in compliance with policies. The role offers excellent working conditions, a vibrant staff wellbeing program, and opportunities for professional development. Join a committed team promoting diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging benefits

Wellbeing program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll processing and understanding of relevant legislation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support Payroll Coordinators in preparing payroll accurately.
• Ensure compliance with Barwon Health policies and statutory requirements.
• Promote positive relationships within the team.

Skills

Payroll expertise

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Payroll Officer (Grade 2), People and Culture

Employment Type - Permanent Full Time
Hours per fortnight - 80
Job Category - Administration - Human Resources

• Build your payroll expertise while working within Victoria’s largest regional health service
• Enjoy a role that will be varied, challenging and rewarding
• Two Full time role (80 hours per fortnight) with access to ADO's, 5 weeks annual leave and salary packaging

About Barwon Health: Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care.

As the Payroll Officer, you will support the Payroll Coordinators in preparing the payroll for Barwon Health in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring all staff are remunerated in line with Barwon Health policies, procedures, legislative requirements, and award conditions.

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development.

Barwon Health staff benefits include:

• Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career
• Attractive salary packaging benefits

Barwon Health is committed to diversity and inclusion, celebrating the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities.

For more information, please contact Brett Johnson at [e-mail]. Application closing date: 5th October 2025.