Payroll Specialist at Ampol

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Australian Payroll, Payroll Tax, Superannuation, SAP HR/Payroll, Advanced Excel, Macros, Enterprise Agreements, Legislative Compliance, Case Management, Salesforce Case Tracker, Problem Solving, Communication Skills

Industry

Oil and Gas

Description

Job Description At Ampol, we believe in the Power of Us - the extraordinary power of people to connect, act, and make a difference. As a leading energy company operating across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and from the United States, our work spans fuel supply, energy solutions, convenience retail, infrastructure, trading and shipping. Every role at Ampol plays a part in something bigger - powering progress for our customers, communities, and people. Your career here is yours to shape. We back our people with real opportunities, the tools to grow, and a culture that rewards ownership and initiative. Whether you’re deepening your expertise or taking on something new, we’ll support you to power a career that works for you. We’re building a workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued - because when people are free to be themselves, powerful things happen. About Corporate Our Group teams enable the broader business to perform - providing strategic, financial, legal, people and governance expertise. With roles across Australia, Singapore and the US, we’re critical partners to the business and help shape Ampol’s future. We work across borders, collaborate widely, and lead with purpose - always looking for ways to improve how we operate, support our people, and deliver results. About the role We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team on an 18-month max-term contract in Brisbane, covering a parental leave period. This role will see you take ownership of payroll delivery for designated business areas while acting as a trusted subject matter expert across payroll tax, superannuation and employment conditions. Reporting into Payroll leadership, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate, compliant and timely payroll processing, while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across systems and processes. Key responsibilities Manage the accurate and timely execution of payrolls for designated business areas Ensure payroll compliance with all legislative, statutory and internal requirements Act as the SME on payroll data, calculations and employment conditions Provide high-quality customer service, balancing efficiency with compliance Support resolution of escalated payroll queries, issues and discrepancies Assist with system configuration, testing and process improvements Drive efficiency through optimisation of payroll processes and tools Maintain accurate case management records using Salesforce Case Tracker Draft and deliver communications relating to payroll updates and system issues Qualifications & Experience Strong working knowledge of Australian payroll, tax, superannuation and legislation Experience interpreting enterprise agreements, including pay, leave and allowances Proven experience using SAP HR/Payroll systems Advanced Excel capability, including ability to create and run macros and ad hoc reporting Strong problem-solving skills with a structured and proactive approach High attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and deadlines Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex payroll concepts Collaborative team player who actively supports team goals and peers Benefits Our total remuneration is competitive. We are flexible. Many of our teams have embraced hybrid work, balancing time spent remote working, with time spent at an office to connect and work together where it adds value. We value recognition. We have an internal recognition platform amplifying the achievements of those who do great work and demonstrate our capabilities and values. Career development and learning opportunities including LinkedIn Learning and other tailored training solutions. Want to take your career to the next level? Apply today. Additional Information By clicking apply, you confirm you have read and agree to our Ampol Recruitment Privacy Collection Statement. We’re an equal opportunity workplace. We not only embrace diversity and inclusion; we celebrate what makes you unique. We welcome applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, and diverse sexualities and genders (including if you identify as transgender). We also highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for roles with Ampol. Employment Type: Temporary - Full Time Functional Area: Corporate

Responsibilities

Manage accurate and timely payroll execution for designated business areas while ensuring compliance with legislative and statutory requirements. Act as a subject matter expert on payroll data and employment conditions to support continuous process improvement.