Payroll Transformation Lead — UAT, Training & Go-Live (PNG Travel)

Michael Page; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is partnering with a Brisbane-based client to deliver a major payroll transformation. The role focuses on implementing a new payroll system for PNG operations, leading UAT, and ensuring accurate payroll results across testing cycles.

The candidate will train end users, coordinate with stakeholders, manage defects, and support go-live activities, with occasional travel to PNG. Initial 6-month contract with potential extension is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading or supporting payroll system implementations.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and testing methodologies.
• Experience running UAT and defect management within an implementation environment.
• Experience working with large-scale HRIS or payroll platforms.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Demonstrated PNG payroll experience and compliance knowledge.
• Willingness to travel to PNG for testing and go-live support.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the implementation of a new payroll system for PNG operations.
• Leading payroll testing activities, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Identifying, documenting and resolving system defects and payroll issues.
• Validating payroll outcomes and ensuring accuracy throughout testing cycles.
• Working closely with project teams, payroll stakeholders and implementation partners.
• Providing training and support to end users.
• Assisting with go-live preparation and post-implementation support.
• Travelling to PNG to support testing, training and implementation activities.

Skills

Payroll implementations

UAT testing

Stakeholder engagement

Training end users

Tools

HRIS platforms

Job description

Michael Page is partnering with a Brisbane-based client to deliver a major payroll transformation. The role focuses on implementing a new payroll system for PNG operations, leading UAT, and ensuring accurate payroll results across testing cycles.

The candidate will train end users, coordinate with stakeholders, manage defects, and support go-live activities, with occasional travel to PNG. Initial 6-month contract with potential extension is offered.