Payroll Officer

Location: Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

12 month fixed-term contract with the potential to extend.
Join a collaborative team that works together to deliver great outcomes.
Flexibility built in to support real work–life balance.

About the Role

Following an internal secondment, Babcock is looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to join our People Centre team on a 12 month Fixed-Term contract. Based in our Franklin Street CBD office and reporting to the Payroll Manager, this role is a great opportunity to step into a fast‑paced environment where accuracy, integrity and continuous improvement are at the heart of what we do.

You’ll be responsible for delivering end‑to‑end payroll services across multiple Babcock Australasia entities, working with a variety of systems, processes and compliance requirements. This role handles complex payroll activities — from reconciliations and calculations to award and agreement interpretation — ensuring our people are paid accurately and on time.

You’ll also play a key role in maintaining data integrity, supporting system enhancements, and contributing to the standardisation of payroll processes across the region. Collaboration is central to the role, as you’ll work closely with HR, Finance, system specialists and leaders across the business to deliver a seamless payroll experience.

If you’re someone who thrives in a detail‑driven environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and wants to be part of a supportive and high‑performing team, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career with a trusted industry leader.

To be successful, You will bring

Australian Citizen with a Defence security clearance (or the ability to obtain).
Strong knowledge with HR systems and payroll software, including SuccessFactors, HR3, ADP, Preceda and/or Dayforce.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
Solid understanding of payroll operations, HR processes, employment law and compliance requirements relevant to payroll operations.
Proven ability to interpret Awards, Enterprise Agreements and employment contracts to ensure accurate and compliant payroll outcomes.
Demonstrated ability to challenge the status quo, identify inefficiencies, and drive process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
Exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to data integrity and accuracy.
Work collaboratively with the team and stakeholders across the business to build strong, effective relationships and deliver positive outcomes.

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you

Our agile working policies offer more choice and autonomy. For you, this could mean flexible start and finish times, a mix of office and home working, or even condensed working weeks.
Our work life integration policy offers attractive leave entitlements including (not limited to) wellbeing leave, volunteer leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave, and we are proud to be a Work180 endorsed employer.
Babcock’s supportive and engaging environment, coupled with our capability framework, aims to advance your career with internal development programs, self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave.
Our beRewarded platform offers endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan.
As a principles driven organisation, our weRecognise program aims to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in line with our Principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver.

Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

To learn more about Babcock visit www.babcock.com.au

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, due to the defence orientation of this role, the successful candidate must be eligible to obtain a Security Clearance, as defined in the AGSVA guidelines.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, police check, security check, qualifications and right to work.

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