HR Systems Officer

About Our Client

This NSW Government department plays a key role in enhancing community wellbeing and economic development through a focus on people, culture, and innovation. The People & Capability team supports approximately 1,200 employees and is currently undergoing an exciting period of systems transformation, including a payroll platform migration and organisational structure changes. This role is ideal for someone who wants to contribute to meaningful public outcomes while building their career in people systems.

Job Description

Reporting to the Associate Director, People Systems and Analytics, and joining a small team of specialists, you will :

Be the first point of contact for HRIS and payroll-related queries

Support the integrity of employee data and position structures within SAP (transitioning to MyWorkZone)

Run standard reports on areas such as headcount, leave, and locations

Work with payroll providers to troubleshoot issues and ensure accurate data flow

Assist with changes to organisational structure, including new roles, grade changes, and employment types

Identify opportunities to enhance data accuracy and reporting efficiency

Help train HR colleagues and business users in system use and compliance

Support broader systems improvement and establishment management projects

The Successful Applicant

This role would suit a systems-savvy HR professional or a strong administrator with excellent IT skills looking to specialise.

You will have :

Experience working with HRIS or payroll systems

Basic Excel skills

A clear and organised approach to managing data and reporting tasks

An interest in HR systems and people analytics

Strong attention to detail

What's on Offer

Hybrid working model : 3 days in the office (Sydney CBD), with the option to work up to 2 days from Parramatta

Collaborative culture : Join a supportive and knowledgeable team with clear specialisations

Skill development : Learn from colleagues with deep expertise in reporting, learning systems and payroll liaison

Exposure to change : Play a hands-on role in the department's payroll system migration and structure changes

Stability and flexibility : Permanent role with public sector benefits and long-term career growth potential

• Pay Rate : $40-$54 per hour