Payroll Team Leader - Fixed Term

Marketplace; Hamilton; Remoto; NZD 90.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

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Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato is seeking a Payroll Team Leader to guide a 12‑strong payroll team in delivering accurate and timely pay for a large workforce. This fixed-term role (to July 2027) is office-based in Hamilton, with responsibility for payroll controls, pay runs, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will lead day-to-day payroll operations, coach team members, and partner with HR, Finance and external agencies to ensure compliant and efficient

Competenze

• Experience in payroll administration for a large workforce.
• Strong knowledge of New Zealand payroll legislation incl Holidays Act and KiwiSaver.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop a payroll team.
• Advanced Excel and payroll systems experience.

Mansioni

• Lead and coordinate payroll operations for accurate, timely pay runs.
• Manage payroll controls, reporting, auditing, and exception handling.
• Coach and develop payroll team members to meet goals.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and reduce risk.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external agencies.

Conoscenze

Payroll experience

NZ payroll legislation

Leadership

Excel

Payroll systems

Stakeholder management

Strumenti

Microsoft Excel

Payroll software

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# Payroll Team Leader - Fixed Term at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato, Waikato## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Hamilton CBD location* Fixed Term position to July 2027* Full time 80 hours per fortnight - office based* Lead a high performing payroll team in one of New Zealands largest employersHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.**About the Role**Make a meaningful impact by ensuring thousands of employees are paid accurately and on time while driving continuous improvement across payroll operations.As Payroll Team Leader, you will be responsible for 12 direct reports, and lead the day-to-day delivery of payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely pay processing for Health New Zealand Waikato employees. You will oversee payroll controls, coordinate pay runs, support payroll system processes, and provide leadership to a skilled payroll team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys leading people, improving processes, and delivering exceptional service in a complex and fast-paced environment.**Please note this is an office based role, and not a hybrid or remote position.****Key responsibilities:*** Lead and coordinate payroll operations to ensure accurate and timely pay runs.* Manage payroll controls, reporting, auditing, and exception processes.* Support, coach, and develop payroll team members to achieve operational goals.* Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance payroll efficiency and reduce risk.* Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external agencies to support payroll service delivery.Click here to view a copy of the Position Description.**About the Team**The Payroll team sits within People & Culture and plays a critical role in ensuring payroll services are delivered accurately, efficiently, and compliantly. Working collaboratively with HR, Finance, and operational teams, the service supports a large and diverse workforce across the Waikato district.**About Hamilton**Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.For more information on living and working in Waikato click here**About You**You will be an experienced payroll professional with strong technical knowledge and a passion for leadership and continuous improvement.You will also have:* Experience in payroll administration and/or large enterprise payroll systems supporting a sizeable workforce* Strong knowledge of New Zealand payroll legislation, including the Holidays Act and KiwiSaver requirements* Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop team performance* Advanced Microsoft Excel and payroll systems experience* Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills**Working at Health New Zealand**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community**.** We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. **How to Apply**To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on **4th December 2026**. If you have any questions about the role, please contact *Lisa McKerrow* at [e-mail] PLEASE NOTE: We will review applications as they are received and may progress suitable candidates before the closing date.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato || Location: | Waikato || Position type: | Contract/Temp Full time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 03-Nov-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 04-Dec-2026 || Reference: | WAI32947 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | https://www.waikatodhb.health.nz/ |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.