People, Payroll & Compliance Coordinator - HR

Programmed Maintenance Services; Sydney; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Programmed Maintenance Services in Sydney's NSW region seeks an experienced HR, Payroll & Compliance Coordinator. You will own key people, payroll, and Return to Work functions across the business, supporting managers and staff with policies, compliance and employee relations.

The role covers recruitment, contracts, payroll processing and workplace policy development in a busy wholesale bakery environment. A degree/diploma in HR or related field and 3+ years HR experience are required.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in HR, Business or related field.
• Minimum 3 years' HR experience.
• Payroll processing experience (2+ years).
• Strong knowledge of Modern Awards and employment legislation.
• Experience developing workplace policies and procedures.
• Experience coordinating workers' compensation and Return to Work matters.
• Current Return to Work Coordinator Certificate, or ability to obtain one immediately.
• Knowledge of NES, Modern Awards, WHS and payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and employee records.
• Prepare employment contracts, HR documentation and workplace policies.
• Provide HR support to managers and employees, including performance and employee relations matters.
• Coordinate payroll processing, including leave, variations, terminations and superannuation.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Work Act, NES, Modern Awards and relevant legislation.
• Monitor legislative requirements and maintain HR/compliance documentation.
• Coordinate workers' compensation and Return to Work matters, liaising with insurers.
• Develop and monitor Return to Work Plans and suitable duties.
• Support WHS, wellbeing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR policy development

Employee relations

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

HR/Business degree or diploma

Job description

People, Payroll & Compliance Coordinator - HR

Programmed Maintenance Services – Chipping Norton NSW

Our client is a well-established Australian wholesale bakery business based in South-Western Sydney, with a strong presence in its industry and a growing focus on people, compliance and operational excellence.

They are seeking an experienced HR, Payroll & Compliance Coordinator to take ownership of key people, payroll, compliance and Return to Work functions across the business.

About the Role

This is a hands-on position covering a broad range of HR and payroll responsibilities, including:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and employee records
• Prepare employment contracts, HR documentation and workplace policies
• Provide HR support to managers and employees, including performance and employee relations matters
• Coordinate and process payroll, including leave, variations, terminations and superannuation
• Ensure compliance with the Fair Work Act, NES, Modern Awards and relevant employment legislation
• Monitor legislative requirements and maintain HR and compliance documentation
• Coordinate workers compensation and Return to Work matters, including liaising with insurers and rehabilitation providers
• Develop and monitor Return to Work Plans and suitable duties
• Support WHS, employee wellbeing and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• A degree or diploma in HR, Business or a related field
• Minimum 3 years' experience in HR
• Proven payroll processing experience, ideally 2+ years
• Strong experience interpreting Modern Awards and employment legislation
• Experience developing workplace policies and procedures
• Experience coordinating workers compensation and Return to Work matters
• Current Return to Work Coordinator Certificate, or the ability to obtain one immediately
• Strong knowledge of:
  • National Employment Standards
  • Modern Awards & WHS legislation
  • Privacy and payroll legislation
  • Employment contracts and HR best practice

• Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail
• A practical, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work independently

What's On Offer?

• $95,000 - $110,000 + super
• Broad HR, payroll, compliance and Return to Work remit
• Opportunity to work closely with management and make a genuine impact
• Join a well-established Australian business
• Opportunity to contribute to process and workplace improvements

If you're an experienced HR professional looking for a broad, hands-on role, we'd love to hear from you.