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Job Title


Payroll Transformation Specialist


Company : Virgin Australia


Location : Brisbane,


Created : 2025-06-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

12-month Fixed Term contract Brisbane based. Hello. Were Virgin Australia. Were the airline thats always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. Were on a mission to make flying better than nice. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions. The requirement of the Payroll Transformation Specialist is to provide crucial support in a number of high impact initiatives underway in the Virgin Australia payroll eco system, including Enterprise Agreement implementations, Ground Rostering Management Systems and Payroll Transformation project activities and managing system configurations and interdependencies. What youll be doing Virgin Australia Group Payroll is a fast-paced environment, with a complex end of life payroll system that covers five legal employers across seven payrolls. Your role responsibilities will cover a broad range of tasks including but not limited to: Perform detailed data analysis, process analysis document the as is and to be system states. Document the design and implementation methodology of changes to the payroll system as part of Enterprise Agreement implementations and other payroll led/consultive projects. Produce high quality design artefacts clearly articulating design intent and systems and business process interactions. Leverage payroll systems expertise to solve complex problems within payroll (and upstream) system constraints. Engage with subject matter experts from other parts of the business to understand and document requirements, conduct testing, change management and problem solve to ensure technical compatibility. Youll be great in this role if you Solid understanding of Australian payroll legislation and how it applies to systems. Working knowledge of enterprise payroll systems. Proven ability to collaborate with internal stakeholders. Understanding of key risks in payroll systems and common points of failure. Experience with payroll/ HCM platforms such as SAP, ADP, Oracle HCM or Oracle e-business suite (desirable). Payroll Implementation exposure and project experience. Sound project management and time management skills. Detail-oriented and methodical. Excellent written and verbal communication. Were committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry including (but not limited to): Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year) A flexible, hybrid work style. One of Brisbanes most admired head office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, and lunch options downstairs plus a 5-minute walk to the Busway, a rooftop restaurant and onsite gym (with a low membership fee) and South Bank Parklands just across the road Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty, and wellness services Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social, and financial health. Dress for Your Day enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you. When everyone is included, everyone wins. Were all individuals. And we love that. Thats why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI community, and anyone else who wants to join our family. Ready to apply? Were ready to hear from you. Apply now.