Payroll Administrator – Employment Hero Payroll

PHE is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our national team, supporting the delivery of accurate and compliant payroll across a large, blue-collar workforce. This full-time role reports to the Payroll Lead and can be based in either our Fortitude Valley or Gympie office. You’ll play a hands-on role in processing weekly payroll, maintaining employee records, interpreting EBAs and Awards, and supporting regional teams with payroll-related queries using Employment Hero Payroll.

What you’ll be doing:

• Processing weekly payroll using Employment Hero.
• Maintaining accurate employee data, including contracts, timesheets, leave, and entitlements.
• Interpreting awards and EBAs to ensure correct pay outcomes.
• Managing superannuation, PAYG, STP lodgments, and EOFY payroll reconciliations.
• Supporting onboarding and offboarding processes, including TFNs, super setup, and termination pay.
• Responding to payroll queries and supporting our site-based and office teams.
• Reconciling payroll reports and assisting with audits and compliance.
• Providing support to other payroll team members and upskilling where needed.

What we’re looking for:

• At least 2 years of experience in payroll, ideally in a multi-site or blue-collar environment.
• Employment Hero Payroll (or KeyPay) experience is essential.
• MYOB Exo and Timesheet Advantage experience is essential.
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation and award interpretation.
• High attention to detail and confidence working with confidential information.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder support skills.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

About PHE

PHE provides specialist electrical and instrumentation services to the mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors across Australia. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality work while maintaining a strong team culture. Our payroll team is a key part of making sure our operations run smoothly, and we’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running.

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If you're ready to join a supportive team and contribute to a growing national business, we’d love to hear from you.