Payroll Specialist

Clough; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Paid parental leave program

Learning and development opportunities

Dental/health programs

Job summary

Clough Limited is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage day-to-day payroll operations across all entities, working with an outsourced provider. The role emphasises accuracy, timely processing, and building strong stakeholder relationships to maintain BAU stability during payroll changes.

The successful candidate will bring 8+ years of payroll experience on major construction or EPC projects, with expertise in enterprise agreements, policy interpretation, and Excel.

Qualifications

• Certificate, Diploma or equivalent in Payroll, Accounting or Business Administration.
• 8+ years’ experience in payroll processing on major construction/EPC projects.
• Experience with enterprise agreements and site-based payroll environments.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Advanced MS Excel usage.
• Interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Experience in payroll/HCM transformations or acquisitions (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for all entities, including regular and out-of-cycle payruns, onboarding and terminations.
• Identify and implement process improvements across payroll processes and systems.
• Maintain collaboration with outsourced payroll provider for stability of BAU.
• Develop relationships with stakeholders internal and external.
• Support implementation of changes related to legislation and business changes (e.g., superannuation, acquisitions).
• Ensure payroll compliance with guidance from Payroll Manager.
• Respond to stakeholder queries and perform ad hoc payroll tasks.

Skills

Payroll processing

Outsourced payroll

Stakeholder management

MS Excel

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Industrial relations

Policy interpretation

HCM transformations

Education

Certificate/Diploma or equivalent in Payroll/Accounting/Business Admin

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Be part of Australia’s sustainable energy future.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Specialist to join the K2 Team in Perth or Sydney! In this role, you will effectively be responsible for the day-to-day Payroll operations across all relevant entities, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing via the outsourced Payroll provider. This role is also responsible for maintaining a strong, collaborative relationship across all stakeholders and maintaining stability of the delivery of the payroll function, especially during Payroll implementation through to BAU

Clough is delivering the design and construction of the Kwinana Gas Power Generation 2 project (K2), a new 220 MW gas fired power station to be built in Kwinana, south of Perth. K2 will deliver fast start, flexible generation to provide critical backup capacity that supports the increasing application of renewable energy across Western Australia.

Who we are

Webuild in Australia is comprised of Webuild, Clough and e2o. Together, we are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples’ lives today and tomorrow.

We deliver large, complex projects for the infrastructure, energy, and resources industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability and getting the job done safely and efficiently.

Our business is built on a foundation of strong values, earning us a respected reputation as an employer of a diverse and talented workforce who share in our passion for projects.

We are committed to providing our people with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. By investing in their careers, we are not only supporting the growth of the engineering and construction industries, but ensuing Australia is well-positioned to deliver the nation-building projects that will enable a more sustainable future.

Who you are

Innovative. Curious. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you.

Your focus will include:

• Processing of Payroll for all entities including, but not limited to, regular and out of cycle payruns, onboarding and terminations, remuneration reviews, changes of employment conditions, for salaried and/or wages employees.
• Identifying and implementing, where applicable, process improvements and creating efficiencies across payroll processes, systems, and interactions with other functions, with the support of the Payroll Manager.
• Maintaining strong, collaborative working relationships with the outsourced Payroll provider to provide stability in the Payroll BAU processes.
• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with all relevant stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Providing support in the implementation and deployment of relevant solutions related to legislative changes (e.g., superannuation), business processes (e.g., acquisitions), enterprise agreements (e.g., new Project), Clough / Webuild alignment activities.
• Ensure compliance in all Payroll aspects, with the guidance and support of the Payroll Manager, including reporting requirements.
• Respond to and resolve queries from all stakeholders.
• Ad hoc payroll activities, e.g., personnel file maintenance.

What you will bring to the team:

• Certificate, Diploma or equivalent professional experience in Payroll, Accounting or Business Administration
• 8+ years’ experience in payroll processing roles on major construction or EPC projects, including exposure to enterprise agreements and site‑based payroll environments.
• Knowledge of key HR processes within structured contexts.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Advanced use of MS Office suite, particularly MS Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
• Experience in industrial relations including award and enterprise agreement interpretation, employment contracts, and wage compliance.
• Ability to read, interpret and apply policies and procedures to people-related scenarios.
• Experience in Payroll / HCM transformations / acquisitions (desirable).

Clough’s people enjoy:

• A competitive remuneration package
• Industry leading paid parental leave program from the day you join
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities (through Engineers Australia, AIM Training, LinkedIn Learning and more)
• Numerous mental health and well-being programs
• Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, retail and more
• Exposure toa range of iconic projects and industries

We’re building a diverse workforce

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.

We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans’ Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, and an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity. Guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Working with Clough provides you with access to challenging projects and career opportunities, along with access to professional development through our various internal and external training programs.

The employment relationship will be governed by Australia or New Zealand Employment Law.