Here at Linfox we believe together, anything is possible. Use sophisticated technology to deliver everyday essentials and natural resources for Australia’s biggest companies. Work with major customers in retail, healthcare, government and defence. Shape the future of logistics with industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join Linfox.

What does the job look like?

As the Payroll Operations Lead, you will provide senior operational and technical support across our payroll environment, helping ensure payroll processes are accurate, compliant and effectively controlled. You will work closely with Payroll, HR, Industrial and Workplace Relations, Finance and our business units to resolve complex payroll matters and support the broader team.

A key focus will be strengthening auditing, reporting, data integrity and documentation, while identifying opportunities to streamline processes, increase automation and improve the way we work.

Key responsibilities:

• Support routine and ad-hoc payroll audits to maintain accuracy and compliance.
• Manage and resolve complex payroll queries and operational issues.
• Validate payroll data and support accurate processing across weekly, fortnightly and monthly pay cycles.
• Monitor data integrity, system configurations and rate structures.
• Partner with HR and Industrial and Workplace Relations on rate changes, Enterprise Agreements and legislative requirements.
• Review and improve payroll controls, processes and procedures.
• Develop documentation, guidelines and training materials to support team capability.
• Identify opportunities for automation and continuous improvement.
• Develop dashboards, variance reporting and operational metrics.
• Undertake root-cause analysis and support corrective actions where payroll issues are identified.
• Provide technical and processing support during periods of operational demand.

About You:

You are an experienced payroll professional looking to broaden your exposure and take on greater responsibility within the Payroll function. You bring strong technical knowledge, attention to detail and an improvement mindset, with the confidence to work through complex payroll matters and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the business.

You can demonstrate:

• Strong payroll experience within a large and complex environment.
• 5+ years' SAP HR/Payroll experience, including SAP data maintenance and rate structures.
• Knowledge of Australian payroll legislation, Modern Awards, Enterprise Agreements, superannuation and payroll tax requirements.
• Experience with payroll audits, reconciliations and root-cause analysis.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with operational reporting and dashboards, with Power BI exposure highly regarded.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• An ability to develop procedures, workflows and training materials.
• UKG Workforce Dimensions or similar time and attendance system experience would be advantageous.
• A finance-related qualification, ideally with an accounting background.

What's in it for me?

• 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
• Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
• Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
• The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact

Sounds like you? To apply for this position please follow the link on the careers section of the Lintranet and enter 764026 into keywords.

Further information:

Applications close 13 November 2026 at 11:55pm

At Linfox we are committed to your career development, and we encourage you to discuss your career aspirations with your manager. As a courtesy and recognising our values, you are required to inform your current manager of this application prior to attending a 1^st interview.

You will be required to meet Linfox's employment criteria which will include, but not be limited to, a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.