As a Payroll Officer, you will join a dynamic and fast-paced team dedicated to delivering high-quality payroll services that support the Department of Transport and Main Roads’ business outcomes. In this role, you will oversee accurate and timely payroll processing, provide expert advice to employees and stakeholders, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. With opportunities to develop your leadership skills and enhance your payroll expertise, this role is perfect for someone looking to take the next step in their payroll career.

Job details

About the Team/Organisation
Transport and Main Roads (TMR) is committed to creating connected communities in a sustainable, thriving, and inclusive Queensland. Our Payroll Services team plays a critical role in ensuring the accurate and timely management of payroll for the department's workforce. We are focused on excellence through risk management, capacity building, and continuous improvement, leveraging automation and innovative technologies to enhance efficiency and service delivery. We foster an inclusive workplace culture where diversity is valued, and we support our employees to grow and develop their careers while maintaining a healthy worklife balance.

Benefits
As a valued member of the TMR Payroll Services team, you will enjoy:
• Competitive salary and superannuation benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
• The chance to contribute to meaningful work that impacts the lives of Queenslanders.

About the Role
As a Payroll Officer (AO4), you will be part of a dynamic and fast-paced team, supervising a small group of payroll professionals and delivering high-quality payroll services.

Your role will involve:
• Providing accurate and timely payroll processing, advice, and information to employees and stakeholders.
• Supervising and mentoring team members to ensure best-practice payroll services, including monitoring work allocation, team performance, and internal controls.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to identify and implement process improvements that optimise payroll services.
• Communicating effectively with employees, senior management, and external stakeholders to provide responsive and professional customer service.

This temporary, full-time role is based in Brisbane CBD and is available from 31 August 2026 to 30 October 2026.

Skills & Experience
To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate:
• Proficiency in payroll systems and software, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve system-related issues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret payroll data, identify discrepancies, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
• Experience in managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and provide clear payroll advice.
• Experience in supervising or mentoring team members, or a demonstrated aspiration to develop leadership skills.

Mandatory Requirements
• Due to the sensitive nature of this role, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to engagement.

How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit:
1. Your current resume.
2. To apply for this role, please submit your current resume along with a brief cover letter (maximum 1 page) detailing your motivation for applying. Share what excites you about this opportunity, how it aligns with your career goals, and why you are passionate about contributing to the success of the Payroll Services team at TMR.

At TMR, we are committed to reconciliation and creating a workplace that empowers Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples to thrive. We strongly encourage applicants from all life experiences and backgrounds to apply. Please let us know if you require any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process.

Take the next step in your payroll career and join a team that makes a difference to Queenslanders every day!

Applications wiull remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/694850/26

Closing Date: Wednesday, 22 July 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• applicant-guide (PDF, 361KB)
  
  
  694850 26 Role Description (Word, 786KB)
  Role Description