HCM Payroll Implementation Specialist

Location 452 Flinders St

Employment Type Fixed Term Full Time

Group Corporate Services

Job Code 705508

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HCM Payroll Implementation Specialist

• 12-month fixed-term (potential extension)
• Hybrid working environment within a collaborative team
• Free Myki travel (all year round!)

V/Line’s purpose is to connect Victorians through safe, reliable, and accessible transport. We believe in giving all Victorians opportunities through travel and transport – connecting them to jobs, education, family and friends, services, tourism and trade.

V/Line is experiencing significant growth and we’re delivering more services, more trains, cheaper fares, and huge projects. With more than 3700 weekly train and coach services, an expansive freight network and unprecedented rail investment, millions of Victorians depend on us to deliver. You could be one of our 3100 committed team members who are up to the challenge.

About the role

As our new HCM Payroll Implementation Specialist, you’ll play a pivotal role in providing specialist payroll expertise to support the successful rollout of a new Human Capital Management (HCM) system, including integrated Time & Attendance. This role is central to guiding V/Line through its transition from manual, paper‐based payroll processes to a modern, streamlined digital platform.

As the payroll representative within the project, you’ll ensure that payroll processes, awards/EBAs, compliance obligations, system integrations, and data structures are accurately designed, configured, tested, and embedded into business‐as‐usual operations. Acting as the key link between Payroll, HR, Finance, and the implementation team, the successful candidate will safeguard pay accuracy, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency throughout the transformation.

About you

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following key selection criteria within their application, as this forms part of our merit-based recruitment process:

• Must have 5+ years’ experience as a Payroll Specialist on HCM and Workforce Management implementations in complex project environments
• Proven understanding of Australian payroll legislation and Enterprise Agreements
• Demonstrated experience transforming manual payroll processes into system-enabled solutions
• Established internal/external stakeholder engagement skills with a track record of successfully managing vendors and ensuring delivery to contractual commitments
• Proven experience with ADP Payforce (highly desirable)
• Demonstrated hands-on Payroll experience (highly desirable)

Salary for this position is commensurate to the successful candidate’s aligned skills and experience to the position.

Why V/Line

In addition to free myki travel, we offer:

• Community impact – Make a genuine difference. Work in a role that connects Victorians, every day.
• Huge potential – We’re transforming, and you can too. Be a change maker, recognised for your contribution and creativity.
• Dynamic environment – V/Line operates in a constantly changing space. Join a fast-paced and exciting organisation.
• Collaborative team – You’ll be part of a broader supportive team. Surround yourself with talented, passionate peers.
• Flexible working – We support flexible working. Work in a way that supports you to thrive in your role.

We are committed to ensuring a comfortable and accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our Talent team at [email protected] or 1800 800 007 for confidential support.

As an equal opportunity employer, V/Line is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace and network that reflects the communities we serve. We accept and value the contributions of all our employees regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability. We are also proud to be endorsed by Work 180 as a great place for women to work, second year in a row.

V/Line are proud to be a part of the Department of Transport & Planning's Yani Bangal Transport and Planning Portfolio First Peoples Careers Strategy 2023-2028. We take this opportunity to welcome and encourage applications from First Peoples.

At V/Line, safety is our priority. Successful applicants will undergo relevant pre-employment and medical checks to meet our safeworking standards.